Idobro Media and Marketing Services Pvt. Ltd.

What Idobro Media and Marketing Services Pvt. Ltd. does

Idobro Media and Marketing Services Pvt. Ltd. (operating as Idobro Impact Solutions) is a Mumbai-headquartered social impact consulting and programme management firm that has operated for roughly 16 years since founding around 2009-2010. The firm serves CSR and sustainability teams at Indian corporates (Tata, Accenture, Glenmark, Tata Capital), corporate foundations, NGOs, and multilateral agencies including UNICEF, UN Women, OHCHR, and WEConnect. Its core offering is structured around four service pillars: Amplification & Outreach, Convening & Capacity Building, Evaluation & Research, and Strategy & Design, operationalised through a set of proprietary consulting frameworks — i5, PECO-System, ABCD, ACE, and Koru — which together form its primary intellectual property. Flagship programmes include Koru, MPR (media-focused impact work now in Season 8 across 24 states), GolGolGolu (a circular economy platform) and the Circular Economy Catalyst (CEC), reflecting a recent line-extension from pure CSR consulting into sustainability/circular-economy verticals.

The technology stack is methodology-driven rather than software-driven; no proprietary AI, ML, or SaaS platform was disclosed. The PECO (Platform-Equity-Community-Opportunity) model aggregates a network of 200+ partners and operates a recurring global convening in the form of the RISE PECOWorld Summit, which reported 10,587+ participants from 84 countries in its 2025 edition, with a 13th edition scheduled for June 2-5, 2026. Across programmes, the firm reports touching 7M+ lives across 29 Indian states and 61 countries.

The business model is fee-for-service consulting and programme management, supplemented by summit sponsorships, partnerships with multilateral agencies, and branded-framework engagements. The firm is founder-led by Karon Shaiva (MD & Chief Impact Officer) operating with a 11-50 person team and is privately held with no disclosed external funding rounds, implying bootstrap financing. Repeat engagements observed with Glenmark Foundation and Tata Capital support a degree of client stickiness, while the broader 24+ visible partner logos (corporate and multilateral) provide revenue diversification across CSR, foundation, NGO, and government-adjacent buyer segments.

Name

Idobro Media and Marketing Services Pvt. Ltd.

Legal name

Idobro Impact Solutions

Website

https://idobro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Idobro Impact Solutions is a Mumbai-based social impact consulting firm that designs, manages, and evaluates CSR, sustainability, and development programmes for corporates, foundations, NGOs, and multilateral agencies via proprietary frameworks and a global convening platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Impact Consulting & CSR Advisory Services

NAICS

Other Management Consulting Services (541618), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Management Services (8741)

akta.pro primary industry

ESG Governance, Sustainability Reporting & Assurance Advisory (BPAHAFAJ)

Keywords

• Social impact consulting
• CSR advisory services
• Impact management
• Stakeholder convening
• Behaviour change communication

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. CSR & Impact Management Services: Idobro provides end-to-end impact management services including Strategy & Design, Amplification & Outreach, Convening & Capacity Building, and Evaluation & Research to corporate CSR teams, foundations, NGOs, and government bodies. Revenue is generated through project-based consulting engagements and program management fees. Services are tailored to specific client goals, with engagement models ranging from short-term project evaluations to multi-year strategic partnerships.
2. Summit & Convening Platform: Idobro organizes and manages the RISE PECOWorld Summit — a global hybrid convening platform. The summit generates revenue through partner sponsorships, participation fees, and ecosystem engagement. RISE 2025 hosted 10,587+ participants from 84 countries.
3. Flagship Programme Platforms: Flagship programmes including Koru (systems thinking framework), GolGolGolu (circular economy micro-entrepreneur platform), and Behaviour Change Communication campaigns are operated as programme platforms. These may be funded through CSR grants, foundation partnerships, or multi-stakeholder ecosystem financing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Idobro is a social impact consulting firm that delivers end-to-end CSR impact management services to corporate foundations, CSR teams, NGOs, and government bodies. Its core services include Strategy & Design (CSR roadmaps, stakeholder mapping, ecosystem architecture), Convening & Capacity Building (multi-stakeholder events, capability programmes), Amplification & Outreach (social impact communication, behaviour change campaigns), and Evaluation & Research (impact assessments, M&E frameworks, Section 135 compliance audits), delivered through proprietary i5, PECO-System, and ABCD frameworks.

Product overview

Idobro Impact Solutions is a social impact enterprise offering an integrated suite of impact management services organized around three core pillars—Partnership, Entrepreneurship, and Citizenship. The service portfolio includes Amplification & Outreach (social impact communication and community campaigns), Convening & Capacity Building (multi-stakeholder events and capability programs), Evaluation & Research (CSR impact assessments and M&E frameworks), and Strategy & Design (CSR roadmaps and ecosystem architecture). These services are delivered through proprietary frameworks including the I*5 Multiplier (5-step process from Issue to Impact), PECO-System (Partners-Enterprises-Communities-Organisations ecosystem model), and ABCD Enterprise Model (enterprise development framework). Flagship initiatives include Koru (systems thinking framework for transformation), RISE PECOWorld Summit (global convening platform with 84 countries), GolGolGolu (circular economy initiative for Mumbai), Behaviour Change Communication programs, Meri Poushtik Rasoi (nutrition awareness campaign), Dhan Gyan Financial Literacy, and Circular Economy Catalyst.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Koru: Flagship framework for systems change - a compendium of models, frameworks, and processes built over 15 years that empowers governments, industry, civil society, and academia to drive transformation.
• RISE PECOWorld Summit
• GolGolGolu
• PECO-System
• I*5 Framework

Products and services

• Amplification & Outreach Social impact communication, cause-led brand messaging, community campaigns, and digital outreach to drive behavioural change at scale. Service line includes annual and impact reports, social media strategy and content, video and photo documentation, and community campaigns for CSR teams, foundations, and NGOs.
• Convening & Capacity Building Multi-stakeholder events, capability programmes for NGOs, youth, and entrepreneurs, and leadership workshops for sustained ecosystem impact. Includes global and regional summits, multi-stakeholder roundtables, entrepreneur cohort trainings, and partner capacity building.
• Evaluation & Research Rigorous CSR impact assessments, M&E frameworks, perception analysis, and social audits to ensure compliance and improve programme ROI. Includes baseline/midline/endline studies, Section 135 compliance audits, community perception indices, and SROI frameworks.
• Strategy & Design CSR roadmaps, stakeholder mapping, ecosystem modelling, and programme architecture using the I*5 Multiplier and PECO-System frameworks. Includes CSR strategy formulation, ecosystem architecture, I*5 framework implementation, and stakeholder alignment (GICA).
• RISE PECOWorld Summit The world's only co-created, co-located global convening where every participant is a speaker (no panels, no presentations), focusing on Partners, Entrepreneurs, and Citizens (PECO) in real alignment. Serves as both a flagship programme and a global partnership development platform with 45+ breakthrough formats across Forum, Fest, and Tour tracks.
• Koru A compendium of models, frameworks, and processes built over 15 years that empowers governments, industry, civil society, and academia to drive transformation through systems thinking and value co-creation.
• GolGolGolu A city-scale initiative to strengthen Mumbai's circular repair economy by mapping and geo-tagging local repair micro-entrepreneurs (cobblers, tailors, electronics repairers, mechanics), upskilling them with technical and digital tools, and building a public discovery platform to shift consumer behaviour toward circular consumption.
• Meri Poushtik Rasoi (MPR) Pan-India movement and recipe contest promoting traditional, nutritious, and indigenous ingredients to influence positive food habits and fight malnutrition. Running since 2018 with Glenmark Foundation; Season 8 reached 1,200+ entries from 24 states and Season 7 reached approximately 4 lakh people.
• Dhan Gyan Financial Literacy E-learning course and national competition designed to make India financially literate, reaching 115,375+ vulnerable youth learners during 2022–2024 in partnership with Tata Capital.
• Sandvik India Diversity Awards Exemplary leadership awards promoting diversity and inclusion with end-to-end design, implementation, mentor organisation identification, jury recruitment, and social media platform creation, delivered for Sandvik Asia Pvt. Ltd. as a 2-year engagement.
• Circular Economy Catalyst (CEC) Ecosystem programme dedicated to supporting and scaling enterprises that focus on waste-reduction and sustainable economic models. Launched in 2023 as part of Idobro's WSG entrepreneurship portfolio.
• Britannia Behaviour Change Communication Strategic behaviour change communication project aimed at driving specific social outcomes, nutritional awareness, and positive shifts in community habits at grassroots level, delivered for Britannia during 2025–2026.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7M+ lives touched across 16+ years of operation
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers40 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

41 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AccentureminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Accenture is listed among Idobro's 200+ partner organisations on the homepage logo section.
• CapgeminiminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• DHLminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• HDFC BankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• HSBCminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• SiemensminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• Tata CapitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership for Dhan Gyan Financial Literacy (115,375+ youth reached) and impact assessment programmes. Multiple engagements spanning 2022–2024.
• Tata PowerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• Glenmark FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCore strategic partner for Meri Poushtik Rasoi (MPR) — a pan-India nutrition campaign running since 2018 reaching Season 8 with 1,200+ entries from 24 states. Also partners on Glenmark Nutrition Awards programme since 2018.
• UNICEFcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for MahaPECOnet disaster response network (62+ NGOs) and COVID-19 relief (INR 150 million raised). Also partnered on POSHAN 2.0 Roundtable with government agencies.
• AstraZenecaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• British CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-year partnership established during 2015–18 growth phase covering skills, education, and cultural programmes. Also involved in recognition of Idobro team members.
• GodrejcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrand perception studies in Maharashtra and Uttarakhand; ecosystem development programmes. 4-year engagement for community perception indices and brand analysis.
• LupinminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• MahindracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMahindra Susten ESIA (Environmental and Social Impact Assessment) for Gujarat Solar Park, conducted adhering to IFC Standard 1 and World Bank requirements.
• Aditya Birla GroupminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• SuzloncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSuzlon Sparrow Campaign (Nestathon) — environmental sustainability campaign for sparrow habitat protection running 2025–2026 with both digital and on-ground components.
• Eureka ForbesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• WNSminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• MCXminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCSR partnership for social impact programmes. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• NielsenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch and data partnership for impact measurement and market research support. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• Thomson ReutersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInformation and media partnership for impact communication. Listed among partner logos on the Idobro homepage.
• Britannia Nutrition FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNutrition awareness and community engagement programmes, including Behaviour Change Communication projects at grassroots level.
• Glenmark FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSee Glenmark Foundation entry. Also listed in the homepage logo section.
• RISE Infinity FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-founder and co-organiser of the RISE PECOWorld Summit — a global convening platform across 84 countries. 12-year partnership with 28,952+ attendees across editions and 531 partners.
• Sandvik Asia Pvt. Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSandvik India Diversity Awards — end-to-end programme design, implementation, mentor organisation identification, jury recruitment, and social media platform creation. A 2-year engagement.
• Community of EvaluatorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOE SA Evaluation Conclave in Nepal (2013) — end-to-end event design and execution bringing together evaluation practitioners, commissioners, and thinkers.
• Tata Trent (Trent Limited)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner5-year NGO due diligence partnership to identify, evaluate, and conduct due diligence on NGOs across India for the Star & Diya initiative supporting child education and nutrition.
• UN WomencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGender-responsive programme design and evaluation frameworks supporting multi-country initiatives on women's economic empowerment and rights. A 2-year engagement.
• WEConnect InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvanced training for women entrepreneurs and market linkage programmes under the WEConnect ecosystem. Supports women-led enterprises through the ABCD model.
• Maker's AsylumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSDG School — 10-day virtual experiential learning programme built on design thinking, frugal innovation, and rapid prototyping, co-created with UNESCO.
• IPE Global (MANZIL)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYoung Warrior Programme — intensive workshops on COVID-appropriate behaviour, vaccination, hygiene, and community mobilisation across 6 districts in Rajasthan (2022).
• Yes Bank FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerI am the Change Programme — youth workshops across multiple metro cities reaching over 560 participants. A 2-year engagement.
• Ambuja FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner10-year regional ecosystem development partnership including stakeholder convenings, multi-stakeholder impact assessments, and community development programmes.
• Kotak Education FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBaseline studies, midline/endline assessments, and impact framework design for scholarship and vocational training programmes. A 4-year engagement.
• Gabriel Project MumbaicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdivasi Lok Seva Kendra Assessment — programme effectiveness evaluation using focus group discussions and key informant interviews across 22 villages in Mokhada, Palghar (2023).
• OHCHR (Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOHCHR-acknowledged work and recognition as part of a pilot project promoting human rights in building back better during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• UNESCOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-partner with Maker's Asylum on SDG School — a 10-day virtual experiential learning programme for SDGs.
• VVF LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNutrition and hygiene programmes established during the 2015–18 growth phase. Listed as a PECO ecosystem partner.
• BritanniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBritannia Behaviour Change Communication project driving specific social outcomes, nutritional awareness, and positive shifts in community habits at grassroots level (2025–2026).

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• FSG: Global impact strategy consulting firm advising foundations, corporations, and NGOs on social-impact strategy, measurement, and programme design. Closely comparable to Idobro in offering CSR/impact strategy, M&E, and multi-stakeholder convening as core services.
• Environmental Resources Management (ERM): Global environmental, social, and impact assessment consultancy operating across ESIA, ESG advisory, and sustainability services. Comparable to Idobro's Mahindra Susten ESIA (IFC/World Bank) and broader sustainability reporting work.
• Dalberg Advisors: Global social impact and development advisory firm working with foundations, governments, and multilaterals on strategy, programme design, and evaluation. Comparable to Idobro in serving UN/INGO clients and delivering impact assessment frameworks across emerging markets.
• Sattva Consulting: India-based impact consulting firm providing CSR strategy, programme design, M&E, and social-sector advisory to corporates, foundations, and non-profits. Direct Indian market peer offering a very similar service stack to Idobro's Amplification, Convening, Evaluation, and Strategy suite.

Broad incumbents

• Deloitte (Sustainability & Climate): Big Four advisory with a large global Sustainability, Climate, and Equity practice covering ESG reporting, SROI/CSRD assurance, and CSR strategy. Overlaps Idobro's evaluation, ESG advisory, and CSR strategy offerings as part of a much broader portfolio.
• Bain & Company (Social Impact Practice): Global strategy consulting firm with a dedicated Social Impact practice advising foundations, multilaterals, and corporates on impact strategy. Comparable to Idobro on systems thinking and ecosystem design, but operating at significantly larger scale and price points.
• EY (Climate Change & Sustainability): Big Four advisory with a Climate Change and Sustainability Services practice spanning ESG strategy, impact measurement, and non-financial assurance. Comparable in offering ESG strategy and impact measurement alongside a much wider portfolio.
• PwC India (Sustainability): Big Four advisory with a Sustainability and Climate practice in India covering CSR compliance (Section 135), ESG assurance, and social impact advisory. Directly comparable to Idobro's Evaluation & Research and Strategy & Design services, but with larger teams and broader capabilities.
• KPMG (ESG & Sustainability): Big Four advisory with a dedicated ESG, sustainability reporting, and climate-change practice in India and globally. Comparable to Idobro on Section 135 compliance, ESG assurance, and corporate sustainability advisory, but at materially larger scale.

Emerging players

• Forum for the Future: International sustainability non-profit consultancy helping corporates and governments develop long-term sustainability strategies, behaviour-change programmes, and systems-change initiatives. Comparable to Idobro on systems thinking frameworks and behaviour change communication methodologies.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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