Now is the perfect moment to begin making a meaningful impact on the world
Become a
Certified B Corp
Certified B Corps are for-profit companies that go beyond words—they take action. Verified by the nonprofit B Lab, these businesses meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
Are you ready to join a global movement of companies redefining what success in business looks like? Together, we embrace the triple bottom line, prioritizing people, planet, and profit to create a positive impact.
While many companies claim to care about people and the environment, Certified B Corps prove it. Through rigorous third-party assessments, they demonstrate excellence across five key areas: Employees, Governance, Community, Environment, and Customers.
Start your certification journey
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Step 1: Meet performance requirement
Complete the B Impact Assessment and earn a reviewed minimum score of 80 out of 200 points.
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Step 2: Meet legal requirement
Determine the path for your corporate structure and state of incorporation.
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Step 3: Make it official
Sign the B Corp Declaration of Interdependence and Term Sheet. Pay the annual fee.
Have questions?
The B Local Illinois team is here to help businesses navigate the certification process. If you would like to better understand the benefits of certification or the process of getting certified, just reach out and we’ll lend our experience and knowledge.