B Lab U.S. & Canada

Wellness Week at B Lab U.S. Canada started in 2020, born from a wellness pulse survey that highlighted the emotional and mental toll on our team during the COVID-19 lockdown and the widespread injustices against Black Americans. To address this, we implemented Wellness Week in July, closing our offices to give our team space and grace to recharge. Our community has shown immense gratitude for this mid-year break, leading us to establish two PTO weeks annually to prioritize wellness, rest, and a healthy work-life balance. Although Wellness Week was implemented in response to COVID, we recognize that our team faces difficulties both professionally and personally that require time for reflection and rest so we can show up at our best. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Ask us anything in the comments. And, when you can, we strongly encourage you to log off and take some time to rest 🩵

Jury Gualandris, Director of the Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) tackled a challenge many avoid: engaging directly with climate change skeptics and denialists. His journey brings light to the obstacles and potential in direct engagement to address polarized issues like climate change. More on this experience: https://lnkd.in/gaAymrGi

#BCorps like ActiVote and NationSwell are out to tackle voter apathy and disinformation ahead of the 2024 U.S. elections with timely, nonpartisan resources and activations. Learn how these efforts are empowering individuals and businesses to promote civic engagement:  https://lnkd.in/gn7H3ZkE

Too often, climate crises hit low-income regions the hardest, highlighting the disproportionate impact on the most vulnerable populations. The recent catastrophic flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, exemplifies this, leading to massive displacement with hundreds of thousands forced into shelters and 93% of the state affected. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gk48sX8J

We’re embarking on the biggest transformation of B Lab’s standards in our 17-year history, ensuring #BCorps and the wider movement continue to lead the way in business. 🌍🔄 While change is exciting, it can also be challenging. Our top priority is to ensure impactful and clear standards as soon as possible, while bringing the B Corp community on this journey with us. Our latest blog post, written by Clay Brown, Co-Lead Executive of B Lab Global, dives into the extensive work happening behind the scenes to implement B Lab’s new standards, tools, and certification processes. 💡 Swipe right to discover the steps we’re taking to make this a smooth transition, understand the biggest changes on the horizon, and learn what this all means for the B Corp community. 👉 Read the full blog post and stay informed about the exciting developments ahead: https://bit.ly/3KWAed3 #BCorp #Sustainability #BusinessForGood #NewStandards #BImpact

The fight for justice is deeply interconnected. Marginalized communities, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals and people of color, are often the first to feel the impacts of climate change and economic inequality. By embracing intersectionality and advocating for a stakeholder economy, we can help create a world where every voice is heard. Achieving true and lasting change requires us to first recognize how these struggles overlap and reinforce each other. Swipe to learn more ➡️

#BCorp Lomi's certification as a carbon credit by Gold Standard was achieved after an arduous two-year process. Despite the challenges, this journey highlights how Lomi transformed a simple home appliance into a powerful tool for positive environmental impact, setting a new benchmark for the industry. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g7iNfrY7

From discussing the challenges of big corporations joining the B Corp community to tools for leaders and Champions Retreat, Jess Baum, Senior Director of Regenerative Impact at Bonterra Organic Estates, covers key topics in systemic change, sustainability, and more. Read and listen: https://lnkd.in/ge5EjPHj

Did you know that only 1.86% of venture capital goes to First Nations and Inuit founders in Canada? This stark statistic underscores the pressing need for greater representation and access to capital for Indigenous entrepreneurs. Despite facing systemic marginalization, Indigenous-owned businesses not only persist but also demonstrate remarkable innovation. From sustainable enterprises rooted in traditional knowledge to groundbreaking startups in technology and beyond, Indigenous entrepreneurs have been driving positive change and reshaping industries long before the B Corp movement existed. Supporting these businesses means more than just economic investment; it means championing a future where Indigenous voices are amplified, cultural heritage is celebrated, and equitable opportunities are accessible to all. Whether it’s choosing Indigenous-owned products and services, advocating for policy changes, or collaborating on community initiatives, we can all play a part in fostering an environment where Indigenous enterprises thrive. #BCorps #IndigenousOwned #IndigenousPeoplesDay

Drawing lessons from Indigenous communities, who prioritize unique social and environmental values in their ways of producing and consuming, could redefine our success metrics and relationships with people and nature. Learn how business models focused on "degrowth" and "post-growth" may be necessary for a livable future. https://lnkd.in/grz9fHCg