#68 What does the future hold for the B Corp movement?

This time we dive into one of the most influential movements in sustainable business: the B Corporation – or B Corp – movement. 

Since its inception in 2006, the B Corp movement has been reshaping the way we think about business, creating a global community of companies that prioritise purpose as much as profit.

From Patagonia to Ben & Jerry’s, B Corps are known for their commitment to social and environmental responsibility, transparency, and accountability. 

But becoming a B Corp isn’t easy. It requires rigorous certification and ongoing commitment, something that brings both opportunities and challenges for the companies that decide to get involved.

In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of running a B Corp, and discuss some significant changes to the certification process coming in 2025, aimed at raising the bar even higher for sustainability and impact. 

We’ll also look ahead to the future of the B Corp movement: Can it continue to grow? And how might it evolve to meet the changing needs of society and the environment? How will it remain fit for purpose?

But we will also meet Paul Hargreaves, the CEO of the fine food and drinks wholesale business, Cotswold Fayre, a B Corp since 2015.

Enjoy.