What the Project Is
Pineapple Partnerships is a ‘think do’ consultancy and venture builder that believes in the power of partnership to accelerate the transition to a sustainable future. The firm’s website, found at pineapplepartnerships.com, highlights its varied approach through distinct sections like Team, Approach, Impact, Homes, Perspectives, and Contact Us. The core ethos is clear: bring ambitious leaders and scalable solutions together to articulate and deliver a vision for the future. It is about turning ideas into real-world impact through strategic partnerships, where each step – imagine, build, run – is a deliberate move towards system-wide change.
Main Benefit of the Approach
Key figures and facts coming into play include:
- High BCorp Score: The project boasts a BCorp score of 97, underscoring its commitment to responsible business practices and social impact.
- Focus on Partnerships: Emphasis on Partnerships, Power of Partnerships, and the era of Partnerships to scale impact and sustainability in today’s dynamic environment.
- Comprehensive Phases: The approach is structured around three phases – IMAGINE, BUILD, RUN – each designed to foster innovative commercial partnerships and broaden environmental and societal benefits.
- Industry Leadership: With insights drawn from the former head of Sustainable Business at Schneider Electric, the project is grounded in real-world experience and strategic foresight.
- Key Keywords: Sustainability, Social Impact, Positive Impact, Society, Environment, Circular Economy, Sharing Economy.
Our Unique Approach
The Pineapple way is dynamic – a blend of imagination, structured build, and a run phase that tests models through pilots and prepares for scale. Imagine a scenario where ambitious leaders and scalable solutions come together… this is the pulse of their approach. By encouraging deep partnerships across financing, delivery, and execution, the model helps businesses identify and realise opportunities during the transition to a sustainable future. The methodology isn’t just about forming partnerships; it’s about constructing a commercial framework that yields both impact and tangible returns.
Innovation in Sustainability
Pineapple Partnerships took shape under the visionary leadership of Andy Dewis, the founder and CEO, whose background as the former head of Sustainable Business at Schneider Electric provided unique insights into how multinationals can drive system-wide change. The journey began with a front-row seat to the transformative impact that strategic partnerships can have, and this learning has been deeply embedded in every facet of the project. This story of innovation is not merely about business; it is about a fundamental belief that partnerships have the power to change the world.
Collaborative Expertise
A cornerstone of this initiative is its diverse and experienced team. The project brings together a dedicated in-house group alongside a roster of associate advisors. This ensemble includes names like Andy Dewis (Founder and CEO), Adam Swash (Co-Founder and COO), Rafi Addlestone (Chief Strategy Officer), and Eleanor Bowden (Pineapple Homes MD). Additionally, specialists such as Rupert Snuggs from Pineapple CoRE MD, Ben Horn and Sonia Rosenblatt as Sustainability Associates, Catherine Chan in the role of Community Manager, along with strategic advisors Fran van Dijk and Julia Rebholz, and Kate Hofman representing Pineapple Farms, enrich the project’s collaborative fabric. Their combined expertise in strategy, research, deal-making, communications, and delivery truly showcases what happens when a group of like-minded leaders harness their collective power.
Exploring Strategic Partnerships
Beyond its rigorous approach to building partnerships, the project fosters a community of individuals who are genuinely committed to creating a lasting impact. It goes beyond simply bringing markets together to address global challenges; it is a hub for connecting people who believe in the strength of collective action. By uniting businesses, governments, and other stakeholders, Pineapple Partnerships creates an environment where revolutionary ideas are not just imagined but executed. The conversational, sometimes laid-back tone of its communications makes the concept feel accessible and real – almost as if goals are set in casual discussion yet pursued with rigorous strategic focus.
Project Impact on Sustainability
- SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy: By promoting sustainable practices and innovative energy solutions.
- SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure: Through its venture-building approach that emphasizes innovative partnerships.
- SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities: Supporting scalable solutions and sustainable urban development.
- SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Encouraging circular economy principles and a sharing economy model.
- SDG 13 – Climate Action: Driving initiatives that help mitigate environmental challenges and promote a positive impact on society and the environment.
- SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals: A fundamental element of its strategy – leveraging the power of partnerships to achieve far-reaching results.
Future Directions and Insights
Looking forward, the project remains a testament to the transformative power of partnerships. Its continuous pursuit of innovative strategies sets a clear example for businesses aiming to join the Partnerships Era, where scaling impact is not just an ambition but a structured pathway for progress. With sustainability embedded in every decision and a commitment to positive societal influence, the initiative offers profound insights into how strategic alliances can drive both commercial and environmental returns. The approach, punctuated by a few casual pauses that underline the natural flow of conversation about big ideas, encourages stakeholders to rethink how businesses can work together in a rapidly evolving world. Ultimately, the project provides a dynamic blueprint for those aiming to champion sustainability while ensuring that commercial success walks hand-in-hand with a positive social and environmental impact.
