Beyond the B: Latest on the B Corp Movement

Kevin Bayuk, owner and partner at LIFT Economy, returns to discuss the transformative 10 Principles of Next Economy enterprises. He critiques traditional intellectual property models, advocating for open-source practices that promote community wealth. Bayuk emphasizes the importance of transparency for trust and inclusive governance, along with regenerative operations that prioritize ecosystem restoration. He also explores strategies for supporting movement building and personal growth within organizations, urging businesses to start with a purpose-driven vision.

In this engaging discussion, Kevin Bayuk, co-founder of Lyft Economy and an impact investment strategist, explores how enterprises can transcend B Corp certification. He highlights the first five principles of Next Economy enterprises, emphasizing the need for organizations to focus on meeting human needs, foster inclusive ownership, and cultivate equitable cultures. Kevin argues for the importance of supporting local economies and embedding education into goods and services, providing a dynamic roadmap for creating a regenerative and just future.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the history and evolution of one of the most obscure, fascinating, and constantly evolving aspects of the B Corp movement--the B Corp verification process. We are joined by Kali Gibson, former Co-Director of Certification and Verification for B Lab Global, who shares her firsthand experience of scaling the process, tackling the pandemic backlog, and balancing the growing demand for certification with limited resources.View the Show Notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/b-corp-verification-processCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

Are any of your clients involved in controversial industries? Tune in to learn more about B Lab's new framework ("Companies with Clients in Controversial Industries") for assessing the nature of your company's involvement with the client, the difference between controversial vs. ineligible industries, and whether you will need to meet additional requirements in order to be eligible for B Corp certification.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/can-your-clients-jeopardize-your-b-corp-certificationCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

Juan Pablo Larenas, co-founder of Sistema B, discusses the B Corp movement’s global reach and the unique governance hurdles of scaling it internationally. He shares insights on growing the B Corp community, expanding impact, and sustaining collective action globally.Show Notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/sistema-b-juan-pablo-larenasCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

In this episode, we dive into the prominent role of circularity in the new B Corp standards with Nellie Cohen, creator of Patagonia's Worn Wear project, and Dan Kurzrock, CEO of Upcycled Foods. Nellie and Dan share strategies for transforming waste into value across diverse industries like textiles and food. We also highlight how smaller companies and service-based businesses can integrate circularity more deeply into their operations. Tune in today!Show Notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/circularity-lessons-patagonia-upcycled-foods-nellie-cohen-dan-kurzrockCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

In this episode, Jessica Yinka Thomas shares how B Academics and B Impact Teams are transforming business education and shaping the future of the B Corp community.Show Notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/how-b-academics-grows-the-b-corp-movementCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

Hosts Emmy Alison and Ryan Honeyman review B Lab's "Second Consultation Summary Report" to determine what has changed with the new requirements, what information is still missing, and what all of this means for the final B Corp standards being released next year.View the show notes: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/b-lab-second-consultation-summary-reportB Lab's Second Consultation Summary Report: https://blab.infogram.com/1t9z49o72xk34ls89z9z84w390cqpy1940xCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

David Jaber, Founder of Climate Positive Consulting, joins the show to share his expertise on how to meet the new Climate Action requirements on B Lab's upcoming Evolution of Standards. We discuss effective methods for measuring GHG emissions, how to navigate the GHG Protocol, how to set science-based targets, what it takes to craft and enact a climate transition plan, and how B Corps can balance all of this without curling into a fetal position on the floor.View the show notesCertifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values

Clay Brown, Interim Co-Executive Lead at B Lab Global, joins the show to discuss the latest updates, progress, and milestones around the new B Corp evolution of standards. View the Show Notes.Certifying as a B Corp is only the beginning. Our free B Corp Values Assessment helps you see where values are holding and where they’re under pressure. lifteconomy.com/values