WTF is B-Corp anyway?

• It is an internationally recognised certification that does not offer certification for certifications sake, but as a method to self improve and work collectively with other B-Corp businesses to change the landscape of how business is done, stakeholders before shareholders. This is a movement whose goal is to use business as a force for good.

What did Ballyhass have to do to get certification?

• The process took approximately a year to complete. It required completing the Business Impact Assessment, measuring progress and gathering evidence across the areas of; Governance, Workers, Community, Environment, Customers. This was then assessed and we were interviewed as part of the process.

How does Ballyhass prove they are actually working to improve?

• As part of the B-Corp certification process Ballyhass was required to “mission lock” which means we as a company have legally adopted the B-Corp framework. This means all of our business decisions are now and going forward legally accountable to all stakeholders, not just shareholders.
• Transparency is important. It builds trust and ensures progress is being achieved. We publish our EMS report annually, which lists all actions taken throughout the previous year. It provides updates on targets and goals.

Now you have B-corp certification, is that it?

• B-Corp certification and being a part of the B-Corp community is very important to us and a fact we celebrate.  However we see our B-Corp certification and ultimately recertification as adding authenticity to our core company values. It is these values that ensure that our job of self improvement to inspire an outdoor generation is a continuous and rewarding journey we remain steadfast to achieve.