In 2021 we made the bold decision to begin our journey towards B-Corp certification, the globally recognised standard for social and environmental responsibility. We are delighted to announce that this month we became ‘certification-ready’ and have now submitted our ‘B Impact Assessment’ following months of rigorous scrutiny across every area of the business.
Led by Joanne and supported by B-Leader's Donna Okell and Andy Hawkins of membership organisation UK for Good, the pre-audit process scrutinised every area of the business from ethical supply chains, transparent finances, fair pay, environmentally responsible travel, customer satisfaction and the wider carbon footprint of the business, as well as a change in our articles of association to commit ourselves to aligning equal importance to People, Planet and Profit from now onwards.
Aiming for certification in early 2023, we are looking forward to joining the 800 UK organisations who have undergone the rigorous assessment process, to ensure the highest standards of transparency when it comes to aligning People, Planet and Profit. Exciting times, watch this space...
