Beyond the B: Latest on the B Corp Movement

In this year-in-review episode, Ryan Honeyman and Emmy Allison take an honest look at what worked, what didn't, and what they’re still wrestling with on Beyond the B and across the B Corp movement. They reflect on controversial moments, listener engagement, and how the new B Corp standards are starting to land in practice. The conversation moves beyond metrics to ask bigger questions about scale, transparency, and what real success could look like in 2026 and beyond. A candid check-in for listeners who are deep in the work and thinking critically about where the movement goes next.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/year-in-review-what-worked-what-didnt-and-whats-nextUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

In this episode, Ryan and Emmy dig into the newly released 14-step B Corp certification process and make sense of what companies can expect as the standards shift. They walk through each phase in plain language, highlight what has changed, and offer practical context on where organizations tend to feel overwhelmed. Along the way, they share their own reactions and insights as they sort through the details together.If you’re trying to understand how the new process works, what to prioritize, or how to get started without feeling buried, this episode gives you a clearer view of what’s ahead and how to navigate it more confidently.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/mailbag-unpacking-the-new-14-step-b-corp-certification-processUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

From politically motivated attacks to basic configuration errors, purpose-driven orgs are now on the front lines of cyber risk. In this episode, Steve Sharer and Garrett Miller walk through five areas where B Corps are more vulnerable than they realize — and the practical steps that strengthen each one. They explain why these gaps matter and how to close them with straightforward practices that don’t overwhelm small teams.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/5-cyber-risks-for-b-corps-and-how-you-can-fix-them-w/-steve-sharer-garrett-millerUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

People & Planet First is a global, participatory verification system designed for enterprises that put purpose ahead of profit. In this episode, Rebecca Dray breaks down the five core standards, why the badge is gaining traction, and how it complements the B Corp movement. If you're a B Corp or values-led business looking for a way to signal deeper structural commitment, this conversation is a helpful starting point.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/people-planet-first-verification-a-primer-for-b-corps-w/-rebecca-drayUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

This episode takes listeners inside the latest B Corp updates—Version 2.1, the new five-year certification cycles, and the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (ECGT) regulations. Ryan and Emmy unpack what these changes mean for both new and existing B Corps, and share candid reflections on how to navigate the transition. It’s an informative, unfiltered look at what’s new, what’s confusing, and what’s next for the movement.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/mailbag-v2.1-5-year-certification-cycles-ecgt-moreUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

Many purpose-driven businesses say they value inclusion—but when it comes to trans issues, most don’t know where to begin. In this candid conversation, trans organizer Benn Marine joins Ryan Honeyman and Emmy Allison to explore how B Corps can move beyond fear, “wokeness,” and silence toward genuine compassion and action. A grounded, honest look at what it takes to navigate the trans conversation in this political climate with courage and care.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/how-b-corps-can-navigate-the-trans-conversation-w/-benn-marineUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

Salary negotiations can feel messy, so how do we design pay that’s fair, transparent, and free of bias? In this episode of Beyond the B, we sit down with Kate Dixon, Principal and Founder of Dixon Consulting, to unpack salary negotiation, equitable compensation design, and what the new B Corp Fair Work standards mean in practice.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/anti-oppressive-pay-designing-compensation-that-works-for-everyone-w/-kate-dixonUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

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 what it means to be a B Corp. Join us as we explore whether these changes mark a true shift in business—or just a different badge.View the Show Notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/can-the-new-b-corp-standards-drive-systems-change-adam-garfunkel-mike-rowlandsUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

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 Foundation and Luis Duarte of Amoofy about how steward ownership can shift power dynamics, protect purpose, and build a more values-driven economy. From Patagonia to emerging startups, they explore why this model may be the “gold standard” for B Corps seeking lasting impact.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/is-steward-ownership-the-gold-standard-for-b-corps-w-achim-hensen-luis-duarteUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values

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 why environmental stewardship was separated from climate action, how the new standards balance rigor with accessibility for small businesses, and what true circularity means beyond just recycling. Brigitta also shares behind-the-scenes stories of the tensions in creating the new standards.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/new-b-corp-standards-environmental-stewardship-circularity-w/-brigitta-nemesUnlock your free B Corp Values Assessment—plus tips and insights to help your business grow. lifteconomy.com/values