At Edgetechies, we believe every enterprise carries two types of value: the visible kind—revenues, customers, partnerships—and the coded kind, which sits beneath the surface. For social enterprises, that coded value lies in their ability to deliver impact while also building paths to profitability and sustainability . For years, many viewed social enterprises as charity-adjacent, destined to rely on grants or goodwill. But the truth is different. When structured right, social enterprises can be among the most resilient and scalable business models of our time. Their coded value is in how they turn human problems into market opportunities —balancing purpose with business sense. Purpose as a Growth Engine The most successful social enterprises don’t chase impact at the expense of profit. They harness purpose as a growth engine. Take SkillHer , for example. What began as a safe space for women to learn and upskill has grown into a thriving community unlocking new opportunities across N...
At Edgetechies, we believe internships are more than just learning opportunities, they’re launchpads for growth, exploration, and building confidence in real-world problem solving. This month, we’re excited to spotlight Raahil Junaid , a Mathematics and Computer Science Major at the University of Birmingham, who recently completed a six-week internship with us, diving deep into both technical and professional development. Building Skills Beyond Code From day one, Raahil embraced the opportunity to strengthen not just his technical skills, but also key professional competencies. He honed his communication , mastered time management , and built greater resilience when faced with challenges in coding projects. These skills, he notes, were just as valuable as the programming knowledge he gained. Week-by-Week Highlights Week 1: Laid the foundation by exploring how the internet and websites work, backend development essentials (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), databases, microservices, and clo...