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Beyond the B: Latest on the B Corp Movement

LIFT Economy: For the Benefit of All Life
B Corp Movement
B Corp Certification
Sustainability
Climate Action
B Lab
B Corp Standards
Champions Retreat
Voting Rights
B Corporation
Diversity and Inclusion
Activote
Civic Engagement
B Corps
Supply Chain Optimization
B Corps Movement
Sistema B
Stakeholder Mapping
Greenwashing
B Lab Standards
Doughnut Economics

Beyond the B provides an expert, insider's view of the B Corp Movement. Cohosts Emmy Allison (former Community Manager at B Lab) and Ryan Honeyman (Co-Author of The B Corp Handbook) from LIFT Economy facilitate an open and honest conversation about Certified B Corporations, advise companies on how to increase their impact, and provide a deep dive into the new B Corp standards that are shaping our ... more

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The new B Corp standards (v2.1) promise to push companies beyond checklists and into real systems change—but will they deliver? In this episode, we dig into purpose governance, human rights due diligence, lobbying and tax, and the EU rules reshaping ... more

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Steward ownership is emerging as a powerful step for B Corps that want to safeguard their mission beyond what the benefit corporation legal protection provides. In this episode of Beyond the B, Ryan Honeyman talks with Achim Hensen of the Purpose Fou... more

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In this episode, we dive into the Environmental Stewardship and Circularity (ESC) Impact Topic of the new B Corp standards (v2.1) with Brigitta Nemes, the sustainability expert who led their development over the last few years at B Lab. We discuss wh... more

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What does it mean to build a truly fair workplace—and how do the new B Corp standards define it? In this episode, we’re joined by Bernard Gouw, Senior Manager of Social Standards at B Lab, to explore the Fair Work topic. Bernard unpacks how the new r... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Garfunkel
Partner and Chief Impact Officer at Junction
Junction
Episode: Can the New B Corp Standards Drive Systems Change? (w/ Adam Garfunkel & Mike Rowlands)
Mike Rowlands
Partner and CEO at Junction Strategy
Junction Strategy
Episode: Can the New B Corp Standards Drive Systems Change? (w/ Adam Garfunkel & Mike Rowlands)
Achim Hensen
Co-founder of the Purpose Foundation, advocate for Steward Ownership
Purpose Foundation
Episode: Is Steward Ownership the 'Gold Standard' for B Corps? (w/ Achim Hensen & Luis Duarte)
Luis Duarte
Co-founder and CEO of Amoofy, an AI-guided storytelling platform
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Episode: Is Steward Ownership the 'Gold Standard' for B Corps? (w/ Achim Hensen & Luis Duarte)
Brigitta Nemes
Sustainability expert with over 15 years of experience in sustainability integration
B Lab
Episode: New Standards: Environmental Stewardship & Circularity (w/ Brigitta Nemes)
Bernard Gouw
Senior Manager of Social Standards at B Lab
B Lab
Episode: New Standards: Fair Work (w/ Bernard Gouw)
Annie Korver
Purpose-driven entrepreneur and citizen of the Métis Nation, dedicated to enriching relationships between Indigenous and corporate communities.
Rise Consulting
Episode: Are B Corps Too 'Woke'? (#3 of 3, w/ Annie Korver & Hayley Roulstone)
Haley Roulstone
A non-status First Nations team member focused on Indigenous sustainability initiatives and community engagement.
Rise Consulting
Episode: Are B Corps Too 'Woke'? (#3 of 3, w/ Annie Korver & Hayley Roulstone)
Nathan Stuck
Award-winning community leader and founder of Profitable Purpose Consulting, advisory for B Corps
Profitable Purpose Consulting
Episode: Are B Corps Too 'Woke'? (#2 of 3, w/ Nathan Stuck)

Hosts

Ryan Honeyman
Co-host and partner at LIFT Economy, Ryan is known for his expertise in the B Corp Movement and as a co-author of The B Corp Handbook.
Emmy Allison
Co-host with a background as a Community Manager at B Lab and expertise in cultivating B Corp principles.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Great stuff!

    As a co-founder of a newly certified B Corp, I am really enjoying this podcast. I appreciate the candor and practical advice as well as the more philosophical conversations.

    Cheers!

    Jim Olson

    The Experience Alchemists

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bostonbeerman
    United Statesa year ago
  • Approachable Expertise

    This podcast is incredibly interesting, practical, and fascinating! The information is down-to-earth, approachable, and the guests have high-level expertise. This is definitely a podcast to save and revisit!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jillian Vorce
    United Statesa year ago

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Can the New B Corp Standards Drive Systems Change? (w/ Adam Garfunkel & Mike Rowlands)
Q: What's your take on companies needing to re-certify under new standards?
Companies that trade in Europe should be aware they may need to re-certify in order to comply with new regulations, which will also drive them to engage more deeply with the B Corp framework.
Can the New B Corp Standards Drive Systems Change? (w/ Adam Garfunkel & Mike Rowlands)
Q: Can you say more about why the new standards are better situated to create systems change?
The new standards require companies to look beyond their own operations and assess their impacts on people and the environment, which is necessary for driving real systems change.
New Standards: Environmental Stewardship & Circularity (w/ Brigitta Nemes)
Q: What makes the new ESC impact topic different from previous versions of the standards?
Unlike previous voluntary elements, the new standards mandate businesses to assess their actual and potential environmental impacts, emphasizing supply chain due diligence and circularity requirements that are imperative for all sectors.
New Standards: Environmental Stewardship & Circularity (w/ Brigitta Nemes)
Q: What is ESC and what is it in a nutshell?
ESC, or Environmental Stewardship and Circularity, is one of the seven impact topics of the new B Lab standard, aiming to provide a clear definition and roadmap for businesses to manage their environmental impact.
Are B Corps Too 'Woke'? (#3 of 3, w/ Annie Korver & Hayley Roulstone)
Q: How can B Corps ensure that their DEI efforts are more focused on outcomes and real-world impact rather than performative actions?
Hayley emphasized the adoption of Indigenous-led foundational documents and the importance of education in driving real change.

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