Global Partnerships Forum

Name

Global Partnerships Forum

Legal name

Global Partnerships Forum

Website

https://partnerships.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Partnership Facilitation and Convening

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Social Advocacy Organizations (81331)

SIC

International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) for Global Health (HLAJAOAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Humanitarian Health Coordination & Emergency Response Partnerships (HLAJAOAI), United Nations System & Specialized Agencies (BPADAAAA), Global Health Research, Clinical Trials & Product Development Partnerships (PDPs) (HLAJAOAM)

Keywords

• Nonprofit partnership platform
• Multi-stakeholder convening
• Sustainable development forums
• UN partnership facilitation
• Global thought leadership

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Non-profit Knowledge Platform Operations: GPF is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit knowledge platform that provides changemakers with tools to build innovative partnerships. As a registered non-profit, GPF likely operates through grants, donations, event sponsorships, and partnerships rather than commercial revenue generation.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Global Partnerships Forum is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit knowledge platform that provides changemakers with tools, training, and convening opportunities to build innovative multi-stakeholder partnerships. It delivers this through the Global Partnerships Institute (Center of Excellence, Entrepreneurship Clinics, UN 101, UN Careers, Women in Leadership programs) and flagship thematic initiatives such as the Ocean Sanctuary Alliance, Pearl Initiative, Zero Mothers Die, and End Violence. The core offering is convening and facilitating partnerships among governments, the private sector, and civil society in support of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Product overview

Global Partnerships Forum is a not-for-profit knowledge platform that provides changemakers with tools to build innovative partnerships. The organization operates as a platform-plus-initiatives model, combining the Global Partnerships Institute (which houses the Center of Excellence-DC, GPF-PwC Entrepreneurship Clinics, UN 101, UN Careers, and Women in Leadership programs) with five Flagship Initiatives (Ocean Sanctuary Alliance, Pearl Initiative, Zero Mothers Die, End Violence, and related programs). The platform convenes thought leaders and practitioners from across sectors to address global challenges and foster economic growth, working to support UN goals and accelerate achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Global Partnerships Institute: Research and education division focused on innovative and impactful partnerships, with a Center of Excellence in Washington DC.
• Ocean Sanctuary Alliance
• Zero Mothers Die
• GPF-PwC Entrepreneurship Clinic

Products and services

• Global Partnerships Institute Knowledge and training platform providing changemakers with knowledge and tools to build innovative partnerships, featuring results-based forums, targeted training on diplomacy and multistakeholder partnerships, and a Center of Excellence for collaboration and best practice sharing.
• Center of Excellence - DC

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 700 attendees at major summits like GODAN 2016
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

39 partnerships are on record, tiered major, core, flagship and minor.

• Ethical Capitalism GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 September 2018Co-host of Summit for State Treasurers, Pension Funds and Asset Owners at the UN to reverse economic inequality, in partnership with CFA Institute, PRI, and McKinsey Global Institute.
• CFA InstitutemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 September 2018Co-host of Summit on reversing economic inequality, bringing expertise in investment professional standards and the Future of Finance initiative.
• PRI (Principles for Responsible Investment)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 September 2018Co-host of Summit on reversing economic inequality, bringing UN-supported responsible investment principles and institutional investor network.
• McKinsey Global InstitutemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 September 2018Co-host of Summit on reversing economic inequality, providing research expertise on growth, productivity, and economic analysis.
• U.S. Department of StatecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2016Co-host of the International Brain Initiative launch at the United Nations, bringing together 35 global experts to establish brain science as a foreign policy priority and launch the International Brain Station.
• The Kavli FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2016Co-host of the International Brain Initiative launch at the United Nations, facilitating global collaboration on fundamental brain science research.
• U.S. National Science FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2016Co-host of the International Brain Initiative launch, bringing scientific expertise to the partnership for coordinating global brain research projects.
• GODAN (Global Open Data for Agriculture and Nutrition)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 September 2016GPF served as Summit Coordinator for the 2016 GODAN Summit to end world hunger, hosted by US, UK, Kenya governments and ONE Campaign/PUSH. The summit brought together 700+ attendees to discuss open data for agriculture and nutrition.
• Canterbury CathedralcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 October 2015Partnership to develop global advocacy and outreach strategy to engage faith-based communities (particularly the Anglican Communion's 85 million members) in achieving the UN's 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, including climate change initiatives.
• UN WomencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing strategic partner for gender equality and women's empowerment initiatives. GPF and UN Women co-host high-level events including Agent of Change Award ceremonies during UN General Assembly, VIP receptions for First Spouses, and initiatives supporting SDG 5 (Gender Equality).
• Ocean Sanctuary AllianceflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founded by Amir Dossal, this partnership of nations and leaders works to restore and sustain the world's ocean by securing commitments for marine sanctuaries, responsible fishing, and related efforts. Focuses on achieving SDG 14.
• Pearl InitiativeflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founded by Amir Dossal, creates a regional network of business leaders and policymakers in the Arabian Gulf Region to improve corporate governance and achieve transparent business practices.
• Zero Mothers DieflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal initiative using mobile technology to reduce maternal mortality by increasing access to healthcare information for pregnant women and newborns.
• Advanced Development for Africa (ADA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDrives sustainable scaling of development organizations focusing on maternal and child health in Africa through capacity building, technology transfer, forums, and cross-sector partnerships.
• Happy Hearts FundmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit rebuilding schools and restoring hope after natural disasters. Has rebuilt 84 schools and kindergartens benefiting over 45,000 children and 490,000 community members globally.
• Walking With the WoundedmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUK charity funding re-training and re-education of wounded servicemen and women to help find long-term employment after leaving Armed Forces.
• Cherie Blair FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorks with women to start and expand their own businesses through business skills, technology, network opportunities and access to finance, operating in partnership with non-profit, private, and public sectors.
• Geena Davis Institute on Gender in MediamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to promote gender equity and change perception of women in media. GPF Global Ambassador Geena Davis founded the Institute to reduce gender stereotyping in entertainment.
• IDP FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMobilizes resources for educational opportunities through IDP Rising Schools Program, a microfinance venture targeting poor private schools in Ghana with plans to scale across Sub-Saharan Africa.
• NEPAD (New Partnership for Africa's Development)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAfrican Union strategic framework for pan-African socio-economic development addressing poverty, development, and Africa's marginalization through continental cooperation.
• ITU (International Telecommunication Union)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUN specialized agency for ICTs that allocates global radio spectrum, develops technical standards, and improves ICT access to underserved communities. Unique among UN agencies with both public and private sector membership.
• PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGPF-PwC Entrepreneurship Clinics provide signature training for students and young leaders on converting ideas into sound business models and understanding UN workings.
• New York Academy of SciencesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaunched Global STEM Alliance and co-hosts events bringing together scientists and society to promote science-based solutions to global challenges.
• The Wharton School, University of PennsylvaniamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for HCT-Wharton Innovation Tournament supporting entrepreneurship education and innovation in the MENA region.
• Nexus: Global Youth SummitmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational network of 1000+ young philanthropists, social entrepreneurs, and influencers working to increase philanthropy and social impact investing across 60+ countries.
• Peace and SportmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal initiative under High Patronage of Prince Albert II of Monaco, promoting structured sport and sporting values to educate young generations and foster social stability.
• Royal DSMmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerScience-based company in health, nutrition and materials contributing to sustainable development through innovative solutions across global markets.
• LinklatersmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading global law firm providing governance expertise and innovative funding models for private enterprises, foundations and INGOs to facilitate scalability and enhance partnerships.
• Global Alliance for Innovation in Neuroscience (GAIN)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrings together pioneers in neuroscience, healthcare, technology, and education through interactive forums to promote innovations in brain science and technology.
• SAME SKYmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFair trade jewelry initiative providing employment to women living with HIV/AIDS in Africa, offering 15-20 times average Sub-Saharan wage through artisan training.
• PVBLIC FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorks to forge social change through media by connecting non-profits with media assets to raise awareness for global issues.
• R3ADY Asia-PacificminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorks to reduce natural disaster risks and build resilient communities through innovative partnerships across government, business, civil society, and academia.
• Fashion 4 DevelopmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal awareness campaign uniting diplomacy, media, business, and creative industries to support UN Millennium Development Goals through fashion industry engagement.
• SANDBOXminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork supporting young entrepreneurs and innovators with mentors and peers, with over 800 young people in 25+ cities connected through 150 yearly events.
• The TerraMar ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorks to transform how people think about the ocean and achieve SDG 14 by developing a global community of ocean advocates.
• Liechtenstein Foundation for State GovernanceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMOU partnership to provide financial and political development through joint initiatives in select countries, including joint initiatives for UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• Captive MindsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic communications agency developing content strategies for brands, corporations and government, known for launching Walking with the Wounded charity.
• ECOSOC (UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHelps countries achieve economic, social, and environmental goals following the UN sustainable development agenda through partnership building.
• UN Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinates effective and sustained UN and international support for Africa's development efforts through joint hosting of African Heads of State investment advisory councils.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Concordia: Non-profit partnership platform convening public-private-civil society leaders through annual summits and year-round programming. Directly comparable mission, structure, and GTM motion to GPF.
• Clinton Global Initiative: High-profile partnership/commitment platform convening leaders to translate dialogue into action on global challenges. Closely comparable operating model to GPF (conferences → commitments → initiatives) with similar UN-adjacent positioning.
• The Partnering Initiative: Specialist organization that promotes and enables cross-sector partnership as a discipline, providing training, advisory, and convening services. Highly comparable niche partnership-facilitation mandate to GPF's Global Partnerships Institute.
• FSG: Mission-driven consulting and advising firm focused on social impact partnerships, shared value, and cross-sector collaboration. Comparable partnership-curation and advisory function for global development actors.

Broad incumbents

• World Economic Forum: Largest global convening organization for public-private cooperation across economic, social, and environmental issues. Broader scope than GPF but the same convening-as-platform business model targeting Heads of State, CEOs, and civil society.
• United Nations Foundation: UN-affiliated 501(c)(3) that mobilizes public-private partnerships and advocates for UN priorities including SDGs. Directly comparable to GPF as a UN-anchored partnership platform with substantially larger scale and donor base.
• Business for Social Responsibility (BSR): Global non-profit network helping member companies integrate sustainability through partnerships and collaborative initiatives. Comparable public-private partnership facilitation model at much larger scale.
• Global Compact Network: UN Global Compact — the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative convening companies, governments, and civil society around UN values. Most direct institutional peer of GPF in the UN system partnership architecture.

Emerging players

• Forum for the Future: International non-profit working with business, government, and civil society to accelerate sustainability through partnerships. Comparable convening-plus-training model and SDG-aligned mission.
• Skoll Foundation: Foundation focused on scaling social entrepreneurship and cross-sector partnerships addressing global challenges. Comparable partnership-facilitation mission and global convening footprint, with a stronger grantmaking arm.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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