B Corp Support
The new B Corp standards are here. Let’s avoid a box ticking approach. Whether you’re an existing B Corp working to meet the new requirements or an aspiring B Corp, you can use the B Impact Assessment to help your business improve and get certified. Win-win.
Click below to download the B Corp guide including the new impact areas and sign up to True Horizon’s B Corp email list that will explore the new requirements and top tips for how to meet them.
The new B Corp standards are here and the changes are significant.
5 impact areas have become 7, third party verification is now in place and the scoring system has gone, meaning that organisations will need to meet all of the new requirements as defined by their track.
What hasn’t changed is the benefit of using the B Impact Assessment (BIA) as a framework for embedding sustainability and ethics into business operations and strategy.
Navigating the changes can be tricky. Lack of in-house expertise, conflicting priorities, overwhelm and lack of engagement can all mean creating a B Corp transition plan ends up at the bottom of the to do list.
A collaborative, critical friend can be just the ticket to devise an actionable plan that’s tailored to the needs, goals and values of your organisation.
Together, we will ensure your business strategy is aligned with your sustainability goals and the new B Corp requirements, tailoring the level of support to your budget and requirements.
Does any of this sound familiar?
- You believe that business should exist for more than just profit
- You’re prepared to make the necessary changes within your business but aren’t sure how to move forward
- You have some operational procedures in place but you’re not sure if these fulfil the B Corp requirements
- You’re committed to balancing purpose and profit but limited time means this keeps getting pushed down your “to do” list
- You want an approach that is aligned and takes into account business goals and aspirations
- You want to embed the B Corp values not just work through a shopping list of actions
- You want the confidence to incorporate the new standards into your everyday business decisions
Whether you need an initial gap analysis to understand how the new requirements affect your organisation or an accountability partner to guide you through the whole process, get in touch to build a transition plan that works for your business.
It has been an excellent and exciting journey with Nancy / True Horizon. Nancy broke down the B Corp process into manageable chunks, allowing us to allocate tasks between ourselves. She has helped us understand what we need to do, how we need to showcase and evidence the targets, and gave us confidence that B Corp isn’t as scary as it first appears. We would wholeheartedly recommend Nancy to anyone looking to start their own B Corp journey.
Benefits of becoming a B Corporation
- Set yourself apart from the competition
- Join a community of like-minded businesses for support
- Measure and track your social and environmental goals
- Protect your brand mission by ensuring it remains central to business decisions, especially as you scale
- Attract and retain the top talent in the marketplace
- Attract clients that align with your values
- Boost customer loyalty and trust
The Process and Handy Links
1. Meet the legal requirements
2. Complete the B Impact Assessment
3. Verify your answers with a 3rd party verification body
4. Provide evidence in support of your assessment
5. Sign the B Corp Agreement
6. Pay the relevant fees
7. Join a global movement working to benefit people and the planet
Working with Nancy (on our transition to the new B Corp standards) was refreshing. Her professional yet friendly approach and her expertise meant that she understood our business needs and was able to tailor her work to support us. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her work.
True Horizon was instrumental in helping us achieve our B Corp certification back in 2023, and have been just as invaluable the second time around. As we navigate recertification under the new legislation, Nancy has been outstanding, keeping the process organised, manageable, and far less daunting than it might otherwise have been. If you’re looking for a partner who genuinely understands the B Corp journey, we couldn’t recommend True Horizon highly enough.
As a B Consultant and certified B Corporation myself, I’ve supported 50+ organisations on their B Corp journeys across industries including photography, digital marketing, branding, food & drink, shared workspaces, construction, property, accounting, skincare and recruitment.
If you want to use B Corp to improve your business and maximise your impact, get in touch for a free, no obligation chat to discuss your impact goals.
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