The advent of the B Corp Version 7 standards signifies a pivotal shift in the certification process, aiming for a more inclusive, clear, and impactful framework. Decade's commitment to driving positive change aligns with the B Corp’s latest movement, Decade embarked on a journey to critically assess and engage B Lab's Draft Version 7 of the B Corp standards. This is a transcript from our live webinar of our review of the latest proposed standards.

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Companies must complete a rigorous B Impact Assessment and receive a passing overall score of 80 points in the five impact areas; governance; workers; community; environment and customers.

There is a growing movement of businesses that are choosing to operate in a way that takes into account the social and environmental impacts of their activities. This new way of doing business is often referred to as "conscious capitalism" or "triple bottom line" thinking, and it's something that more and more businesses are beginning to adopt.

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the need to address environmental and social issues, more and more businesses are looking for ways to incorporate sustainability and impact into their modus operandi. In this article, we'll help you understand what impact and sustainability strategy consulting is, how your business can benefit from it, why your business needs to focus on impact and sustainability, and the top 3 tips for implementing a wildly successful strategy.

Are you looking to join a community of businesses that are using their power to make a positive impact on the world? If so, then becoming a B Corporation, or B Corp, may be the right fit for you! In this blog post, we'll cover everything you need to know about B Corps: what they are, what the requirements are, how to get certified, and why it might be beneficial for your business.

Whether you are out shopping or browsing through the internet, you’ve probably stumbled across a little B with a circle around it. Have you ever wondered what this symbol stood for? Well the “B” stands for B Corp, meaning the item you saw this on is owned by a certified B Corp!

The world of business is changing, challenging the old ways of prioritising profits while getting more creative in production, manufacturing, and distribution channels. For the team at Decade Impact, we’ve had the opportunity during 2021 to support companies as they achieved the incredible feat of getting B Corp certified. We witnessed a range of creative and unique solutions as these thought leaders adapted their policies to promote sustainability within their businesses. Here's a small list of businesses we were lucky enough to work with through their B Corp certification journey.

The impact space is truly inspiring, there’s some out of the box thinkers that are doing incredible things with their companies for this planet.

It’s a (relatively) new space, but it’s evolving at a dramatic pace and, if you’re not used to the jargon, it can be a little tricky trying to navigate what it all means.

We know we can get a bit excited and start throwing around Decadeisms so this is for you - a universal translator for folks who want to save the world!

Enjoy this handy guide to the world of impact business and change-making.

The holidays are fast approaching and a little conscious spending can go a long way. Corporate gifting is a great way to show your appreciation to clients and employees, but why not double down with a gift from a company that promotes a positive impact? Conscious consumerism means buying products from businesses that align with your values. It’s about investing your money in companies that are getting their hands dirty and changing the world for the better.

You know when you’re watching a horror movie, the part where a character is running away from the killer but you just know the killer is going to outrun them? That’s how I feel when I read the report released by the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) earlier this year.

I knew good people were out there. People who wanted to change the world for the better - but where were they? The biggest problem with soul driven, heart centred, socially conscious, sustainably minded people - they don’t tend to brag about it!

The B Impact Assessment is like an elephant - and how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time! Take Decade for example, we didn’t set out to conquer the impact world by crushing it in every category - we focused first on what we do best!

COVID-19 and the global pandemic ripped the cover off the world’s problems - exposing a deep, seeping wound that we’ve all known was there, but tried to deny. The time for Band-Aid solutions has passed.

You know it. We know it. Something has to be done. But how can you help? How can you use your leadership skills, your company culture, your business, to make an impact on these astronomical problems? Isn’t business usually the villain in these stories?

Congratulations, you’re a B Corp! Welcome to the global movement of using business as a force for good. Take a second to give yourself a pat on the back - you’ve made it! B Corp certification is a powerful symbol of trust, credibility, and values and sets you apart as an impact leader.

Did you hear? March is B Corp Month! It’s that time of the year again where we share our love for companies that take their social and environmental impact seriously. We believe everyone from business leaders to employees have the power to make a change and use their business as a force for good.

We got the opportunity to sit down with Suzanne Carter, CEO of M·Y·O Cosmetics Cases to ask her what it means to become B Corp certified during this time and how she hopes to make an impact with her brand moving forward. M·Y·O Cosmetic Cases is an eco-conscious beauty brand that offers a refillable reusable cosmetic case marketed to both professional makeup artists and everyday users.

For those that have been looking into the B Corp certification, you’ve likely come across the B Impact Assessment (BIA), a powerful tool to understand the true value of your organization. Starting the B Impact Assessment is the first step to get B Corp certified, as it allows you to measure and benchmark your social and environmental performance.

Chances are, you’ve probably come across the buzzword greenwashing before, but what about greenblushing? Don’t be alarmed! Greenblushing is a rather new term that reflects the power of purchases that you will soon learn throughout this blog post.