Beste B Corp podcasts (2024)

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#16: B Corps + 10 Principles of Next Economy Enterprises (Part 1, w/Kevin Bayuk) 55:14

2d ago55:14

55:14

What does it mean to go “beyond B Corp”? LIFT Economy’s Kevin Bayuk explores this question through the lens of the 10 Principles of Next Economy enterprises. In this episode, we go through the first 5 principles: 1) Need-oriented, basic goods and services 2) Inclusive ownership 3) Equitable and democratic culture 4) Supports local economy ecosystem…

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#15: Peeking Inside the "Black Box" of Verification (w/ Kali Gibson) 1:22:34

16d ago1:22:34

1:22:34

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 …

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#14: Can Your Clients Jeopardize Your B Corp Certification? 25:16

1M ago25:16

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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 re…

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#13: Sistema B and the Opportunities + Challenges of Global Growth (w/ JP Larenas) 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

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-larenas Support t…

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#12: Circularity Lessons from Patagonia and Upcycled Foods (w/ Nellie Cohen and Dan Kurzrock) 1:10:49

2M ago1:10:49

1:10:49

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 …

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#11: How B Academics Helps Grow the B Corp Movement (w/ Jessica Yinka Thomas) 57:23

2M ago57:23

57:23

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-movement Support the show We want to hear from you! Email us at beyond@lifteconomy.com with requests for cont…

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#10: Breaking Down B Lab's "Second Consultation Summary Report" 54:42

3M ago54:42

54:42

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…

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#9: How to Meet the New Climate Action Requirements (w/ David Jaber) 1:03:56

3M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

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 cli…

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#8: Latest Updates on the New B Corp Standards (w/ Clay Brown) 1:07:08

4M ago1:07:08

1:07:08

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. Support the show We want to hear from you! Email us at beyond@lifteconomy.com with requests for content, suggestions for future guests, and feedback about ou…

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#7: Activating the Vote (w/ Sara Gifford) 35:19

4M ago35:19

35:19

It's US election season! Sara Gifford, Co-Founder and COO of ActiVote, joins us to explore how B Corps can activate voters in order to drive significant change. Tune in to discover how small steps are key to collective transformation. View the Show Notes. Support the show We want to hear from you! Email us at beyond@lifteconomy.com with requests fo…

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#6: Mailbag: Havas Decertified, B Corp Fee Increase, Tips for Young Professionals, & More 55:57

5M ago55:57

55:57

After the first five episodes of Beyond the B, it's time to reach into the listener mailbag! In this episode, Emmy and Ryan address a range of topics, including Havas having its B Corp certification revoked, the recent fee increases on B Corp certification imposed by B Lab, how to increase sales and referrals among B Corps, how young professionals …

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#5: Can B Corps be More Regenerative? (w/ Heather Paulsen) 46:38

5M ago46:38

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Heather Paulsen (from Heather Paulsen Consulting) joins the show to discuss her path to the B Corp movement, her insights about regenerative business, and whether B Corp certification is enough to create an economy that works for the benefit of all life. View the Show Notes. Support the show We want to hear from you! Email us at beyond@lifteconomy.…

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#4: Struggle for the Soul of the B Corp Movement (w/ Erinch Sahan) 1:16:00

6M ago1:16:00

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In February 2023, the Financial Times wrote an article entitled “Struggle for the Soul of the B Corp movement.” This article, among other things, detailed the controversy surrounding Nespresso’s certification as a B Corp in 2022. Enrich Sahan from Doughnut Economics was quoted several times in that FT article with some strong critiques of the B Cor…

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#3: How to Do Stakeholder Mapping (w/ Tim Frick) 55:38

6M ago55:38

55:38

Did you know you can "get ahead" of the new B Corp standards by better understanding stakeholder mapping? Tim Frick from Mightybytes joins the show to discuss his B Corp journey, what stakeholder mapping is and why it is important, recommended tools and techniques, and how to address common challenges with the mapping and engagement process. View t…

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#2: Sensemaking After the B Corp Champions Retreat (w/ Jess Baum) 1:05:03

7M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

As a long-time B Corp devotee, host of the Soil to Soul Podcast, Senior Director of Regenerative Impact at Bonterra Organic Estates, and one of Wine Enthusiast’s 2023 ‘Future 40’, Jess Baum has extensive experience in sustainability, environmental education, farming, and permaculture. She joins us to discuss how some of the themes, tensions, and co…

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#1: Introduction to Beyond the B 33:30

7M ago33:30

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Welcome to Beyond the B, a LIFT Economy podcast where Ryan Honeyman, Emmy Allison, and special guests delve into the complexities of the B Corp movement and its impact. In this inaugural episode, we examine how perceptions of the movement have shifted, recent certifications that have attracted controversy, why corporate responsibility is not as str…

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Salt Spring Coffee 15:52

4y ago15:52

15:52

Salt Spring Coffee is committed to sourcing coffee that is organic and treats coffee farmers fairly.Door BDC

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Life Without Plastic: Finding Earth-friendly alternatives 15:25

4y ago15:25

15:25

Life Without Plastic was born of its co-founders’ alarm at the sight of their young son putting plastic objects in his mouth. Listen to Chantal Plamondon and Jay Sinha talk about reducing the use of plastic.Door BDC

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Life Without Plastic : Trouver des solutions écologiques 16:23

4y ago16:23

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Life Without Plastic a vu le jour après que ses cofondateurs se sont inquiétés de voir leur jeune fils porter des objets de plastique à sa bouche. Écoutez Chantal Plamondon et Jay Sinha parler de la réduction de l’utilisation du plastique.Door BDC

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Alvéole : les abeilles s’installent en ville 14:30

4y ago14:30

14:30

Les abeilles domestiques peuvent se rebeller. Elles détrôneront leur reine si elle ne produit pas assez d’œufs pour soutenir la ruche. Les cofondateurs d’Alvéole, Étienne et Declan, parlent de la vie intéressante des abeilles et de la manière dont leur entreprise connecte les citadins à la nature en installant des ruches sur des toits.…

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Alvéole: Connecting honey bees to city dwellers 11:54

4y ago11:54

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Honey bees can be rebellious. They`ll overthrow their queen if she doesn’t produce enough eggs to sustain the hive. Hear Alvéole co-founders Étienne and Declan describe the interesting lives of bees and how their company use rooftop beehives to connect urban dwellers to nature.Door BDC

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Oneka: Connected to water 16:58

4+ y ago16:58

16:58

Oneka’s natural hair, body and bath products are created with respect for water sources and nature. Listen to Philippe Choinière and Stacey Lecuyer talk about how their products, many from plants grown on their organic farm in Quebec, are made to have a positive impact on nature and people’s health.Door BDC

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Pela: Waste turned into smartphone cases 11:44

5y ago11:44

11:44

As a boy in Saskatchewan, Jeremy Lang saw farmers burn flax straw off their fields and wondered how this waste product might be put to use. Now he makes biodegradable smartphone accessories with it.Door BDC

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Oneka: Le respect de l’eau 14:51

5y ago14:51

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Le nom Oneka est tiré du mot qui désigne l’eau en langue mohawk. Philippe Choinière et Stacey Lecuyer l’ont choisi pour leur entreprise afin de refléter le lien entre l’eau, la nature et le corps humain qui fait partie intégrante des produits Oneka pour les cheveux, le corps et le bain.Door BDC

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Kotn: Sewing ethics into its supply chain 15:15

5y ago15:15

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Rami Halali believes that we should all know where the products we buy come from and who grew or made them. Rami and his partners know everyone in their supply chain in Egypt from the cotton growers to the weavers who help make Kotn’s clothes.Door BDC

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Aider les gens grâce à la technologie 19:10

5+ y ago19:10

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Le président de Talsom, Olivier Laquinte, affirme qu’au moment d’adopter une nouvelle technologie, son impact sur les gens doit être positif.Door BDC

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Promotional products based on values 21:20

5+ y ago21:20

21:20

Fairware co-founder Sarah White says developing relationships with organizations that want promotional products helps them make responsible choices.Door BDC

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Goodee: Buy less, but better 28:06

5+ y ago28:06

28:06

Byron and Dexter Peart are entrepreneurs passionate about design and style and they know many consumers want beautiful and sustainable home furnishings. Listen to the Peart brothers describe how Goodee is a socially conscious brand that carefully chooses products that meet both criteria.Door BDC

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Credo: du conseil à vocation social 34:16

5+ y ago34:16

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Christian Bélair a la fibre entrepreneuriale et note que celle-ci a toujours coexisté avec son désir d’apporter un changement social positif. Écoutez-le parler de la façon dont son travail à Credo, une entreprise située à Montréal, lui permet de donner des conseils stratégiques à des organisations à vocation sociale et environnementale.…

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Republik: établir des connexions responsables 31:25

5+ y ago31:25

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L’entreprise montréalaise Republik travaille avec des marques qui ont un impact social et environnemental positif. Écoutez le président, Vincent Fortin, qui décrit comment l’agence de marketing veut connecter des marques responsables avec des consommateurs responsables en créant des campagnes en ligne promouvant les relations plutôt que la consomma…

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Gelato Co: More than a delicious dessert 27:16

5+ y ago27:16

27:16

As an entrepreneur, James Boettcher says he built Gelato Co in a way that would make his mom and dad want to work at the Calgary-based gelato maker. For James, gelato is more than a business. Hear him talk about a larger purpose centred on his employees and community.Door BDC

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Kotmo: des produits qui durent 31:07

6y ago31:07

31:07

Grâce à des articles durables fabriqués par des designers locaux, Kotmo transforme la sélection de produits promotionnels que peuvent offrir les entreprises. Céline Juppeau, fondatrice et PDG, explique pourquoi l’entreprise montréalaise offre des choix écologiques et comment cette dernière travaille en vue de changer les perceptions liées au secteu…

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Produits Chimiques Magnus : chimie verte 31:45

6y ago31:45

31:45

Produits Chimiques Magnus a développé une expertise en dépistage et en contrôle de la bactérie légionnelle, qui peut s’avérer mortelle. Jean-Jacques Drieux, vice-président, Innovation et développement durable, explique comment l’entreprise utilise la chimie « verte » dans ses produits de traitement des eaux pour éviter d’avoir un impact négatif sur…

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Chandos Construction: Building better together 25:54

6y ago25:54

25:54

From carpenter to CEO, Chandos Construction is 100% employee-owned. The Alberta-based company is also known for its sustainability practices such as consistently diverting construction waste from landfill sites. Listen to Jen Hancock, Director Innovative Construction, explain how Chandos’ philosophy of “building better together” makes the company u…

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OPTEL: suivre un produit à la trace 22:43

6y ago22:43

22:43

Louis Roy, fondateur et président d’OPTEL, croit que pour garantir la sécurité d’un produit et comprendre son impact environnemental, il faut pouvoir en faire le suivi, des matières premières jusqu’à l’utilisateur final. Écoutez-le décrire comment l’entreprise utilise des technologies avancées pour offrir des systèmes de traçabilité efficaces.…

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Prana: faire avancer le snacktivisme 21:30

6y ago21:30

21:30

Pour sa cofondatrice, Marie-Josée Richer, Prana est bien plus qu’un simple marchand de collations organiques et végétaliennes. L’entreprise montréalaise fait partie d’un mouvement «snacktiviste» qui fait la promotion d’une alimentation plus saine et durable. Écoutez Marie-Josée décrire la philosophie qui sous-tend Prana.…

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Propeller Coffee Company: Connecting with coffee 33:21

6y ago33:21

33:21

Founder and president Losel Tethong combines his passion for specialty coffee and environmental sustainability with Toronto-based Propeller Coffee. Hear how his journey from a Tibetan refugee camp to the Royal Canadian Navy to business owner shaped his outlook on entrepreneurship.Door BDC

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Baléco: redéfinir la propreté 33:42

6y ago33:42

33:42

Souffrant d’intolérance aux parfums, Anie Rouleau fabriquait déjà ses propres cosmétiques et produits nettoyants sans parfum, offerts dans des contenants à remplissages multiples, avant de fonder Baléco. Découvrez comment cette entrepreneure transforme le concept de propreté et comment elle insuffle une mission sociale à son entreprise de Montréal.…

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Quo Vadis: Avant-garde real estate developer 32:00

6y ago32:00

32:00

A social worker by training, Natalie Voland wanted to do more than tear down walls when she took over her father’s real estate company, Quo Vadis. She transforms historical buildings and retrofits them to attract entrepreneurs and revitalize communities. Hear how she found a social purpose in Montreal’s old buildings.…

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