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Abstract

Geerke Versteeg and Yvette Watson established the online platform The 2B Collective to immerse users in a gamified environment, teaching them about climate neutrality, circularity, and inclusivity. With a mature product, a new business model, and a committed team, the most recent financial results bolstered their confidence in scaling the venture. However, limited financial resources posed a challenge. Investor discussions revealed a focus on short-term returns rather than long-term social impact, compounded by post-pandemic market instability. This case is about Geerke and Yvette, both passionate about sustainability, and how they navigate challenges as female entrepreneurs in a male-dominated industry, while trying to stay true to their mission, values, and identity. This case is part of the RSM free case collection (visit www.thecasecentre.org/rsmfreecases for more information on the collection).

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2023.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
The Netherlands

Featured company

EdTech
Employees:
2-10

Featured protagonists

  • Yvette Watson (female), CEO
  • Geerke Versteeg (female), COO

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Abstract

Geerke Versteeg and Yvette Watson established the online platform The 2B Collective to immerse users in a gamified environment, teaching them about climate neutrality, circularity, and inclusivity. With a mature product, a new business model, and a committed team, the most recent financial results bolstered their confidence in scaling the venture. However, limited financial resources posed a challenge. Investor discussions revealed a focus on short-term returns rather than long-term social impact, compounded by post-pandemic market instability. This case is about Geerke and Yvette, both passionate about sustainability, and how they navigate challenges as female entrepreneurs in a male-dominated industry, while trying to stay true to their mission, values, and identity. This case is part of the RSM free case collection (visit www.thecasecentre.org/rsmfreecases for more information on the collection).

Teaching and learning

This item is suitable for undergraduate, postgraduate and executive education courses.

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Time period

The events covered by this case took place in 2023.

Geographical setting

Region:
Europe
Country:
The Netherlands

Featured company

EdTech
Employees:
2-10

Featured protagonists

  • Yvette Watson (female), CEO
  • Geerke Versteeg (female), COO

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