B Lab

About

We are a nonprofit network dedicated to transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. Our journey began in 2006 with a powerful idea: that a different kind of economy was not only possible but essential, and that business could be a catalyst for this positive change. We envisioned a new, stakeholder-driven model where companies prioritize more than just profits. This led to the creation of the B Corporation certification, a designation for businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. We are proud to have certified thousands of B Corps across the globe, creating a vibrant community of companies committed to using business as a force for good. Our work extends far beyond certification. We are actively building the B Corp movement to fundamentally change the economic system. To achieve this, we focus on shifting the rules of the game. We develop robust standards, advocate for new policies, and create innovative tools and programs that influence the behavior, culture, and underlying structures of capitalism. We believe in the power of collective action and mobilize the B Corp community to address society's most pressing challenges. By harnessing the power of business, we help companies worldwide balance their purpose with their profits. Our ultimate goal is to create a global economy that moves from a system benefiting a select few to one that ensures equity, shifts from extraction to regeneration, and champions interdependence over individualism. We are relentlessly committed to this vision and will not stop until all business is a force for good.