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Jun 2026 Edition

Loo Shao Chuo — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:03:45 +0000

Editor's Note

This month’s edition captures an exciting moment for the B Corp movement. Across the stories, we find businesses making bold decisions, from expanding into new markets and investing in future-ready infrastructure to adopting more rigorous standards and unlocking new opportunities through purpose-driven leadership. It’s encouraging to see impact increasingly recognized not just as a measure of responsibility, but as a driver of resilience, growth, and long-term value.

We’d also like to congratulate the first global companies to achieve B Corp Certification under B Lab’s new standards, setting an inspiring benchmark for businesses around the world.

To everyone who joined us at the B Corp Asia Summit 2026, thank you. It was a pleasure to connect with familiar faces, welcome new ones, and share conversations that challenged ideas, sparked collaborations, and strengthened our global community. The energy and generosity of everyone reminded us that the B Corp movement is shaped as much by the people behind it as the businesses themselves.

We hope to see you again soon as we continue building a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy together.

B Market Builder Southeast Asia Team

News from ASEAN

Welcome to the B Corp Community

Meet our newly certified B Corps. These companies showcase the diversity of purpose-driven businesses, from advancing circular resource recovery and green investment to reimagining education for future generations.

Bridge Fields Resources Sdn Bhd is advancing circular economy solutions through sustainable resource management and material recovery.
PT Investasi Hijau Selaras is driving impactful green financing and sustainable development projects, making sure that investment always goes hand-in-hand with planetary health.
Newlife Education Sdn Bhd (Ideas International) is equipping the next generation of global leaders and citizens through innovative, globally focused education.

What DCI Indonesia Reveals About Long-Term Value

Indonesia’s accelerating digital economy is driving unprecedented demand for resilient infrastructure, and DCI Indonesia is positioning itself at the center of that shift. With strong revenue growth, sustained profitability, and expanding services, DCI has emerged as one of the strongest candidates for The Best Investortrust Companies 2026 award, an annual appreciation event organized by Investortrust to recognize top-performing listed companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The company’s latest performance underscores how strategic investment in digital infrastructure can strengthen long-term competitiveness while earning investor confidence.

Winning the Sale is Only the Beginning

Hosted by ZigZag Global, ReturnsFest 2026 brought together retail leaders to explore the trends reshaping post-purchase experiences. Attendees got an exclusive preview of forthcoming research examining how delivery, refunds, and returns are influencing consumer trust and why these often-overlooked touchpoints are becoming a powerful source of competitive advantage.

EXO Travel Joins JTB Group to Scale Sustainable Growth

EXO Travel enters a new phase of growth in joining the JTB Group, one of the world’s largest travel and tourism organizations. While retaining its leadership and partner-first approach, the move is strategic, combining EXO’s regional expertise with JTB’s global network, opening new opportunities to invest in people, sustainability, and long-term growth across Asia and beyond.

In The Network

HSBC UK Offers B Corp SMEs Discounted Fees for Sustainable Financing

HSBC UK is offering qualifying SMEs verified B Corps by B Lab UK discounted fees on lending and trade finance products, with facilities available from £300K, for a wide range of corporate uses through its Business Impact Initiative. The Bank’s sustainability financing marks a practical shift in how responsible business is rewarded in recognizing that B Corp certification is not only a measure of impact but is a commitment to long-term business strength.

B Lab’s Latest Knowledge Base Updates

B Lab has expanded its Knowledge Base with a new series of training videos designed for L–XXL multi-site companies. Covering evidence requirements, common nonconformities, and practical certification examples across key impact areas, the resources offer actionable guidance to help businesses navigate the certification process with greater clarity and confidence.

The B Corp Movement’s 20 Years of Trial and Triumph

What does it take to build a global movement without claiming to have all the answers? In the first edition of the B Lab newsletter Forces for Good, B Lab co-founder Bart Houlahan and Chief Standards Officer Clay Brown reflect on two decades of shaping the B Corp movement, exploring how humility, continuous feedback, and community input have guided the evolution of its standards from the very beginning.

The Real-World Impact of B Corps: Insights from B Lab

As the B Corp movement continues to expand, what does its collective impact look like in practice? B Lab’s Insights Series brings together global research on climate action, job quality, financial resilience, and more – offering a data-driven look at how B Corps are creating measurable change across businesses, communities, and the planet.

Powering The Next Generation of B Corps

Congratulations to the first cohort of global businesses certified under B Lab’s new global standards. This landmark cohort represents companies of all sizes and sectors, proving that ambitious, independently verified standards can be met while advancing meaningful impact. Their achievement sets the tone for the next generation of B Corps around the world.

Enharmonic Encounters First to be Recertified Under V2

Enharmonic Encounters has become one of the first companies in the U.S. to successfully recertify under B Lab Standards V2. As a B Corp that guides other businesses through the certification process, its early achievement sets an example that the transition to more rigorous standards is both achievable and worthwhile.

Putting Purpose into Public Procurement

Public procurement has the potential to reward businesses that deliver measurable social and environmental value, but inconsistent sustainability criteria often stand in the way. B Lab’s latest report examines the EU and how stronger recognition of credible, third-party verified standards could create a fairer, more competitive procurement system that better recognizes purpose-driven businesses across Europe.

Rethinking Business as a Force for Good

The B Corp Asia Summit 2026 brought together business leaders, investors, and sustainability experts from across Asia to explore how purpose-driven businesses are translating sustainability into measurable business value. Through thought-provoking keynotes, panel discussions, and real-world case studies, the Summit examined the evolving B Corp Standards, the role of the B Impact Assessment as a management tool, the growing importance of impact-focused finance, and practical strategies for embedding purpose into everyday business operations. Together, the conversations reinforced a powerful message: businesses that integrate purpose, strong governance, and continuous improvement into their core strategy are better positioned to build resilience, foster innovation, and create long-term value for both stakeholders and shareholders.

Stay tuned for more updates! Got questions? Drop us a message at comms@bcorpsea.org.

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May 2026 Edition

Loo Shao Chuo — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:34:21 +0000

Editor's Note

This month’s stories share a clear direction: business is increasingly being shaped by intention, not just output. Across regions and industries, there is a steady shift toward clearer communication, stronger accountability, and more grounded ways of working. Companies are focused, whether they are building teams, designing experiences, or talking about impact, when they prioritize substance over noise for actions that match values.

The highlight of May 2026 is B Lab Global’s 20th anniversary. What began with three friends testing whether business could serve people and the planet has grown into a global ecosystem of more than 10,000 certified companies across 100 countries, with over a million people carrying a B. Watch the video that B Lab has released to see how far the movement has come, and where it’s headed next.

Looking ahead, we’re especially excited for the B Corp Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur this June and the chance to connect with many of you in person.

The B Market Builder community is always here, supporting, sharing, and growing alongside you.

B Market Builder Southeast Asia Team

News from ASEAN

Growing the B Corp Community in Southeast Asia

We are excited to welcome three purpose-led businesses to our community.

5 ELK helps businesses build high-performing teams through ethical offshore staffing and operational support from the Philippines.
Above Creative Events (M) Sdn. Bhd. is an award-winning events agency that creates standout corporate experiences across physical, virtual, and hybrid formats.
Booth, previously certified under B Lab Singapore, provides responsible remote staffing solutions that help businesses grow while staying aligned with their values.

Before ESG, There Was Relationship

Sukkha Cita’s Earth Day message revisits Pertiwi, the Javanese understanding of earth as a living mother rather than an environmental cause. It honors women across generations who carried that relationship instinctively, from elders like Ibu Kasmini, who spent decades reading the land, to Dr. Sylvia Earle, still exploring the ocean at 90. The message we all need to remember is that a connection to the earth already exists in people. It only asks to be remembered.

What a People-First Q1 Looks Like

PALO IT’s Q1 recap highlights a culture built around people first, not process. Across APAC, Europe, and the Americas, the first quarter brought AI lunch-and-learns, sustainability workshops, and informal team gatherings that reinforced shared values across time zones.

What Does Organic Farming Achieve? English Tea Shop Explores

English Tea Shop highlights its organic farming mission, centered on soil health and long-term sustainability. In partnership with CGIAR and rA (responsAbility), the company is studying soil organic carbon across Sri Lankan farms to better measure impact. The initiative spans multiple regions and farmer groups, aiming to strengthen ecosystems, livelihoods, and climate resilience through a deeper scientific understanding of regenerative agriculture.

KMC Sportsfest Strengthens Bonds Beyond Work

KMC Sportsfest 2026 brought colleagues together for a day of friendly competition, team spirit, and celebration at Kerry Sports Manila. From exhibition games and team parades to the crowd-favorite Muse Competition, the event highlighted the connections that extend beyond the workplace. The event reflected KMC’s commitment to building community, strengthening relationships, and making work and life better.

EXO Moves from the Shoreline to the Rich Heritage of Phuket

EXO Travel highlights a different side of Phuket, shifting attention from beaches to the island’s cultural and historical depth. The feature explores Sino-Portuguese architecture, Chinese shrines, Buddhist sites, and local village traditions in southern Thailand. Read on to discover experiences that connect travelers more closely with the island’s heritage and everyday life.

In The Network

Between Greenwashing and Greenhushing, Finding Your Voice

Charlotte Levitt, B Lab’s Global Marketing & Communications Director, reflects on the launch of the Greenshouting Guide, a framework to help brands communicate their sustainability work with clarity and honesty. By challenging how sustainability communication is handled inside organizations, the framework pushes teams to speak more precisely about progress, gaps, and responsibility rather than defaulting to caution or overstatement.

20 Years of Business as a Force for Good

The B Corp movement marks 20 years since its founding, reflecting on a shared effort to redefine the role of business in society. What began in 2006 with three founders and 81 certified companies has grown into a global community of more than 10,000 B Corps across 100+ countries. This milestone captures a journey shaped by the people building it, from early pioneers to today’s global network still pushing the system forward.

A Reflection of Collective Change

B Lab Nordics celebrates two decades of the B Corp movement through a 2026 Special-Edition Impact Report shaped by voices across its global community. The report features an interactive timeline of key milestones, reflections on progress, and perspectives on the movement’s next chapter, highlighting contributions from leaders and partners who continue to shape its evolution.

Happening This Month

The Countdown to the B Corp Asia Summit 2026 Begins

The B Corp Asia Summit 2026 is almost here. Happening on 22–23 June in Kuala Lumpur, the summit will bring together Asia’s purpose-led businesses and spotlight how business as a force for good drives real impact across the region. Attendees can extend the experience with optional site visits on 24–25 June for deeper, on-the-ground learning.

Stay tuned for more updates! Got questions? Drop us a message at comms@bcorpsea.org.

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Apr 2026 Edition

Loo Shao Chuo — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:28:30 +0000

Editor's Note

Welcome to the April edition of our newsletter.

This month, one theme ran through everything we curated: the gap between sustainability commitments and real-world action, and what it takes to actually close it.

Being a B Corp means not waiting for perfect conditions, and this month’s curation made that clearer than ever. Farms restored, factories reimagined, and boardrooms pushed harder. The work is ongoing, and it’s picking up pace.

That same energy runs through the conversations happening at the global level, too. B Lab is evolving, the standards are strengthening, and the case for purpose-led business has never been more grounded in evidence.

As B Market Builder, we are genuinely excited to see so many of you taking that next step, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome the community together at the B Corp Asia Summit 2026 in Kuala Lumpur this June. It’s going to be a powerful two days, and we can’t wait to meet everyone.

As always, we’re here – rooting for your journey, every step of the way.

B Market Builder SEA Team

News from ASEAN

The ASEAN B Corp Community Just Got Three Strong Additions

We are excited to welcome three newly certified B Corps to the community, reflecting the B Corp movement’s growing momentum across the ASEAN region. 5 ELK a people-first approach to talent and offshore solutions; Above Creative connects creativity with purpose-driven event design; and ZigZag Global is pushing e-commerce returns toward a more circular future.

Opella’s Narita Plant Slashes Emissions by 80%

Opella Healthcare recently opened the doors of its Narita facility in Japan to brand ambassadors and the public to experience how their innovation and high standards are woven into every step of their manufacturing and quality control processes for Over-The-Counter (OTC) medication. The site produces 40 million boxes and 2.2 billion tablets annually, serving 95% of the Japanese market. Driven by a full switch to renewable energy and an electrified heating system, the facility has achieved an 80% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 CO₂ emissions compared to 2019.

A Living Lab for Regenerative Coconut Farming

Harmless Harvest has opened a Demo Farm in Thailand, transforming the land that just 18 months ago was marked by declining trees, low yields, and heavy pest pressure into a thriving cultivation using regenerative practices. The farm also serves as a living learning center where coconut farmers across Thailand can take home the regenerative methods and apply them in their homeland to build an industry with a net positive impact on both climate and community.

dMRV Driving Low-Carbon City Solutions

PALO IT Thailand, a B Corp-certified global technology consultancy, hosted a knowledge-sharing event on 8 April 2026, bringing together voices from AltoTech Global, CarbonFlow, and sustainability experts to explore how digital Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (dMRV) can drive the development of low-carbon cities. The session transformed sustainability commitments into practical, measurable frameworks, reflecting PALO IT’s broader mission of using technology to drive responsible business impact.

In The Network

New Global Board to Steer B Lab’s Next Chapter

After almost 20 years of the B Corp impact, B Lab is moving to the next chapter with a new global board, marking a significant step in the organization’s evolution toward a more unified international structure. The new Chair, Francine Lemos, former Executive Director of Sistema B Brasil, and the eight-member board bring together B Corp advocates with diverse backgrounds spanning law, policy, entrepreneurship, and systems change from across five continents. The new board will steer B Lab’s next chapter of global impact.

10,000 B Corps Prove Profit Meets Purpose

Back in 2012, B Lab co-founder Bart Houlahan told CNN Money what most of the business world wasn’t ready to hear: profit and purpose don’t have to compete. His vision was a certification that evaluated the whole company, not just a product or practice, making it easier for consumers and investors to identify and back businesses doing genuine good. Over a decade later, 10,000+ B Corps across 104 countries are the proof.

ChangeNOW 2026 Reveals The Real Reason Sustainability Gets Stuck

At ChangeNOW 2026, B Lab’s Clay Brown, Longchamp’s Adrien Cassegrain, and Kite Insights’ Sophie Lomba examined why sustainability strategies stall inside organizations. The answer lies in the absence of clear mandates, decision-making frameworks, and employee agency that breaks the chain. Longchamp’s B Corp journey offered a concrete example of how certification can anchor purpose across an entire organization, while the panel pointed to role-specific KPIs, leadership transparency, and room to experiment as the levers that make commitment stick.

Silence Is the New Greenwashing

B Lab and Creatives for Climate have launched the Greenshouting Guide, a free resource addressing “greenhushing” — the growing corporate habit of going silent on sustainability to avoid scrutiny. Backed by data from Edelman and Harvard Business Review, and case studies from 15+ companies, the guide offers a three-step framework to help brands communicate real environmental progress with transparency and confidence.

No Planet B for Business

B Lab marks Earth Day with a pointed reminder: environmental accountability isn’t a corporate value add-on; it’s the price of doing business on a finite planet. Standards, certifications, and impact measurement only mean something if the planet can sustain them. And B Corps are the businesses this planet and its inhabitants can actually count on.

Why Companies Shouldn’t Stay Silent on Climate

The Greenshouting Guide, developed by B Lab, Creatives for Climate, and Nice and Serious, earned a feature in Fast Company this Earth Month. In her piece, Kate Williams, CEO of 1% for the Planet, argues that transparency, not silence, is what separates credible brands in 2026. Companies willing to speak honestly about their sustainability work are the ones building trust and standing out in the market.

Coming Up in May

Make ESG Your Business Advantage With PINTAR & Fuller Impact

B Corps PINTAR and Fuller Impact are joining forces in Jakarta this May for a two-day hands-on workshop designed to help decision-makers turn ESG from a concept into a concrete business strategy. Built for those ready to move beyond the buzzwords, the event on 19-20 May promises practical frameworks and implementable strategies, not just another panel discussion. Stay tuned for more details.

Coming Up in June

Asia’s Purpose-Led Businesses Converge in Kuala Lumpur This June

Business as a Force for Good is Good for Business.

Join us at the B Corp Asia Summit 2026 on 22–23 June in Kuala Lumpur for two days of insight, connection, and action. Engage with purpose-led businesses across Asia and extend your experience with optional site visits on 24–25 June to see impact in action.

Stay tuned for more updates! Got questions? Drop us a message at comms@bcorpsea.org.

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Mar 2026 Edition

Loo Shao Chuo — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:27:58 +0000

Editor's Note

March is always a special month for the B Corp community, and this year’s B Corp Month was vibrant, filled with honest conversations, meaningful gatherings, and businesses quietly doing the work that matters.

This edition reflects that energy. From certifications earned through years of consistent practice to leaders asking hard questions about how business can do better by people and planet, the thread running through this issue is simple: good business is built on intention, not circumstance. As the region’s B Corp community grows and the global standards rise, it is encouraging to see so many organizations not just keeping up but setting the pace.

Looking ahead, we at the B Market Builder SEA are excited to welcome everyone to the B Corp Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur this June, a gathering that will be as energizing as this month has been.

As always, we are here to support you every step of the way.

B Market Builder SEA Team

News from ASEAN

The Region’s B Corp Community Expands New B Corps Advancing Impact in Southeast Asia

Congratulations to sustainable architectural materials manufacturer, Loqa, and Indonesian apparel production hub, Hollit International, on achieving their B Corp certification, an important milestone that reflects their commitment to using business as a force for good. We are also pleased to welcome English Tea Shop, certified since 2022 under B Lab UK, and now successfully recertified under B Market Builder Southeast Asia. This transition reflects their continued dedication to upholding high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability within the Southeast Asian ecosystem.

Small Businesses Big ESG Intentions

Lifestyle FMCG brand Signature Market joined two fellow Malaysian SME leaders on Astro Awani Niaga’s SME ESG Challenge segment to discuss how smaller businesses are putting sustainability into practice. Signature Market’s Compliance Manager, Amelia Tan, gave a walk-through of the company’s holistic ESG approach, spanning responsible sourcing, employee welfare, community engagement, and environmental accountability, demonstrating that, regardless of industry, SMEs have the power to lead change.

In The Network

B Corps Power Performance at Winter Olympics

B Corps made a mark at the Winter Olympics. Protective outerwear brand 66°North sponsored Iceland’s national team, Burton Snowboards was all over the slopes, and Save The Duck outfitted the US figure skating team. Sustainable business and world-class performance, it turns out, are not mutually exclusive.

Longchamp’s 78 Years of Craft, Now Certified

French luxury house Longchamp has earned B Corp Certification, adding formal accountability to a philosophy it has practiced for 78 years, crafting products meant to last, be repaired, and be passed down. For Longchamp, certification isn’t a pivot; it’s a structure that reinforces what responsible craftsmanship already looks like in practice.

Why Patagonia is Betting on Food, Not Just Jackets

In a new episode of Journey to Regeneration, Patagonia Provisions general manager Paul Lightfoot breaks down how brands can actively shift agriculture from extractive to regenerative through purchasing power, strict sourcing standards, and a willingness to prioritize mission over market share. Hosted by Professor Christopher Marquis, one of the most respected academics in sustainability and an upcoming speaker at the B Corp Asia Summit 2026, the conversation covers everything from perennial grains to fair labor as non-negotiables in true regenerative practice.

What’s New in B Lab’s Redesigned Knowledge Hub

B Lab has relaunched its Knowledge Hub, making it easier for companies to find resources relevant to their stage and goals.

What’s new?

A clean, refreshed look aligned with B Impact branding
A narrative, persona-based structure to guide you more intuitively through content
A streamlined FAQ section with expandable questions, organized by topic
30 new articles to support you in navigating the V2 Standards and our updated assurance model

Watch this video to see what’s new with the Knowledge Hub.

Explore a few highlights:

ASEAN Celebrating B Corp Month

Across ASEAN, B Corps marked the B Corp Month in their own distinct ways, with each reflecting their commitment to people, planet, and doing business as a force for good. Here is a glimpse of how the community showed up this March.

B Corp Month during Ramadan called for something meaningful, so B Market Builder SEA brought the community together for a special Iftar gathering, welcoming around 60 participants from certified B Corps, aspiring B Corps, academicians, and media. The session included an introduction to B Corp Month, training on the new B Lab Standards, and a casual meet and greet, creating a space for connection, learning, and shared purpose.

The event was warmly received by participants, with many expressing interest in having more regular meetups in the future. Following this, B Market Builder SEA will be hosting another offline meetup on 24 April 2026, in collaboration with Prasetiya Mulya Executive Learning Institute.

If your organization is interested in participating or hosting future sessions, please reach out to the B Market Builder SEA team.

In the spirit of B Corp Month, Emapta‘s Executive Director and ESG Lead Inge Zwick took on a question businesses still wrestle with: whether outsourcing can truly be ethical. In the B Better Podcast by Grow Good, she gave a breakdown of what responsible outsourcing actually looks like: fair wages, full benefits, real career pathways, and workplaces that treat global talent as an asset.

For B Corp Month, Yever reflected on two decades of the B Corp movement and what the road ahead demands. With tightening certification standards, the firm is doubling down on measurable action: eliminating single-use plastics across its offices, funding the Pwint Thit Sa corporate disclosure assessment in Myanmar, and running The Lab, a pro-bono consulting initiative helping small Myanmar businesses grow.

This B Corp Month, Infinit-O puts employee well-being front and center, not as a perk, but as an operational commitment. Through Infinit-Care, the company brings medical access, preventive care, and ongoing wellness support directly to its people, ensuring their teams stay healthy and supported at every stage.

Coming Up in April

The HIRARC Framework Your Safety Team Needs

Fuller Academy is hosting a one-day workshop on 28 April 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club to provide professionals with a complete, practical HIRARC framework they can implement immediately. Led by Dr. Dzulqarnain Abu Bakar, the session covers hazard identification, risk assessment, control measures, and workplace safety culture.

EXO Travel at the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference

Exo Travel’s Chief Purpose Officer, Alexandra Michat, will be speaking at the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference in Phuket from 21 to 24 April 2026. The four-day gathering brings global tourism leaders together to work through practical solutions for a more responsible industry.

Coming Up in June

Join Southeast Asia’s Leading B Corp Summit

The B Corp Asia Summit will bring together business leaders, impact investors, and sustainability practitioners across two days of sessions at Royale Chulan, Kuala Lumpur, on 22-23 June, followed by site visits on 24-25 June. Organizations committed to staying ahead on sustainability, investor expectations, and consumer trust are encouraged to secure their place.

Stay tuned for more updates! Got questions? Drop us a message at comms@bcorpsea.org.

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Why Agriculture Is Emerging as a Strategic Investment Frontier

Safia Bibi Rahimi — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:26:57 +0000

Why Agriculture Is Emerging as a Strategic Investment Frontier

About this event

As global food demand intensifies alongside climate volatility, supply chain disruptions, and resource constraints, agriculture is increasingly being repositioned—not just as a traditional sector, but as a strategic frontier for investment, innovation, and long-term resilience.

At the same time, food security has become a central concern for governments, businesses, and investors alike. Ensuring stable, scalable, and sustainable food systems is no longer optional—it is critical to economic stability and social well-being.

This session will explore how agriculture is evolving within this broader context, shaped by shifting market dynamics, capital flows, and technological advancements. It will also examine how data and digital tools are enabling more informed decision-making, improved transparency, and scalable impact across agricultural value chains.

Drawing from your experience at Further, the conversation will bring a market-informed and practitioner-led perspective on how stakeholders can better understand and navigate this transformation.

Session Objectives

Provide a market-level understanding of why agriculture is gaining traction as a strategic investment area
Explore the link between agriculture, food security, and economic resilience
Highlight how data and technology are reshaping agricultural systems and decision-making
Share practical insights and real-world considerations for scaling sustainable agriculture
Enable participants to identify opportunities and risks within evolving food systems

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From Impact to Influence: Communicating ESG for Business Growth

Safia Bibi Rahimi — Fri, 29 May 2026 02:37:38 +0000

From Impact to Influence: Communicating ESG for Business Growth

About this event

As ESG, CSR, and sustainability become increasingly important priorities for businesses, many organizations are making meaningful progress through impact-driven initiatives. However, one of the key challenges remains: how to effectively communicate these efforts in a way that builds trust, strengthens stakeholder relationships, enhances brand value, and supports long-term business growth.

This webinar aims to explore how organizations can move beyond simply implementing ESG initiatives and instead transform impact into influence through strategic communication.

Through practical insights, real-world experiences, and case examples, the session will highlight how internal and external communication can play a critical role in turning sustainability efforts into measurable business value.

With 24Slides’ strong background in communication, people empowerment, CSR initiatives, and purpose-driven business growth, this collaboration presents a highly relevant and practical discussion for a global professional audience.

Why This Topic Matters
Many companies today are actively investing in ESG and CSR, but often face questions such as:

How do we communicate our sustainability efforts credibly?
How can ESG strengthen stakeholder trust and brand perception?
How do we engage employees internally around purpose?
How can impact contribute to business growth rather than remain a side initiative?
What role does storytelling play in ESG leadership?

This session seeks to answer these questions through business-oriented and actionable insights.

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Regenerative Agriculture in Practice: Scaling Sustainability from Local Farms to Global Impact

Safia Bibi Rahimi — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:09:07 +0000

Regenerative Agriculture in Practice: Scaling Sustainability from Local Farms to Global Impact

About this event

This event explores how regenerative agriculture can move from concept to implementation, restoring ecosystems while strengthening rural livelihoods and climate resilience. Using the journey of Lionheart Farms as a real-world case study, this session will examine how soil restoration, biodiversity protection, and community empowerment can be integrated into productive agricultural systems. Participants will gain insight into how regenerative approaches differ from conventional farming methods and how they can transform degraded landscapes into inclusive, climate-smart, and economically viable operations.

The discussion will highlight Lionheart Farms’ integrated model, which supports more than 5,000 farming families across over 3,500 hectares of regenerative farmland, demonstrating how sustainability initiatives can scale while improving local livelihoods. The session will also explore measurable outcomes such as carbon sequestration, ecosystem restoration, and strengthened rural economies, as well as the role of technology, farmer training, and community-centric partnerships in enabling long-term impact. Concluding with an interactive Q&A, the webinar will offer practical insights into the future of regenerative agriculture in ASEAN and actionable ideas for organizations, practitioners, and communities seeking to adopt regenerative approaches.

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Closing the Loop : From Ashes to Impact

Safia Bibi Rahimi — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:07:49 +0000

Closing the Loop : From Ashes to Impact

About this event

Join us for an insightful session with Arvind Narula, sustainability entrepreneur and co-founder of Ecologic Circle, as he shares how circular economy solutions can turn industrial by-products into valuable resources.

Through the story behind Ecologic Circle’s innovations, participants will discover how forward-thinking businesses are redefining waste, building resilient supply chains, and contributing to a regenerative future. The session will highlight both the opportunities and the practical challenges of scaling circular solutions in today’s market.

Designed for business leaders, sustainability professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and students, this one-hour webinar offers actionable insights into how organizations can move beyond compliance toward meaningful impact.

Objectives of the Event

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

Understand the principles of the circular economy and their relevance to modern business
Explore how industrial waste streams can be transformed into useful products
Learn about the real-world challenges of implementing circular solutions
Identify opportunities for organizations to integrate circular practices
Gain inspiration from a successful sustainability innovation journey
Recognize the business case for waste-to-value models

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Women Leading Sustainable Change Breaking Barriers, Building Impact, Empowering Futures

Safia Bibi Rahimi — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:17:13 +0000

Women Leading Sustainable Change Breaking Barriers, Building Impact, Empowering Futures

About this event

International Women’s Day is a timely moment to reflect on how women across the Asia Pacific region are not only participating in sustainability efforts, but leading them. Across the region, women founders and ecosystem builders are driving practical solutions to pressing challenges such as packaging waste, circular economy systems, and inclusive entrepreneurship. From building technology platforms that transform waste management to strengthening networks that support social entrepreneurs, women leaders are helping shape more inclusive and resilient systems.

At the same time, women leaders across the region continue to face tangible barriers. Access to capital remains uneven, investor confidence is often harder to secure, and leadership spaces in both corporate and startup ecosystems are still predominantly male. These challenges are often experienced directly in fundraising rooms, board discussions, and operational decision making.

This webinar brings together women leaders who are actively shaping sustainability and social innovation ecosystems in the region. Through their experiences, the session will explore how women are navigating these challenges, building impactful organizations, and creating solutions that generate environmental, social, and economic value.

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Feb 2026 Edition

Loo Shao Chuo — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:32:41 +0000

Editor's Note

Welcome to the February edition of our newsletter.

As we move deeper into 2026 planning, a consistent theme is becoming clear: the B Corp movement is maturing. With this growth comes higher expectations, rigorous standards, and a stronger demand for real-world, verifiable impact.

Across regions and sectors, purpose-driven businesses are moving beyond intent to execution. The strength of this movement continues to come from collective action, shared learning, open dialogue, and collaboration across borders. New tools, evolving standards, and global recognition are reshaping how we lead, govern, and deliver impact as stewards of this work.

This B Corp Month, we celebrate the shared achievement of thousands of B Corps worldwide. It is a moment to pause, acknowledge the progress, and recommit through stronger team engagement, capability-building, and strengthening local networks.

Looking ahead, we are excited to host the B Corp Asia Summit on 22–23 June in Kuala Lumpur, where purpose-driven leaders across the region will explore the future of businesses and the role we play in shaping it.

As we move forward in 2026, the B Market Builder SEA team remains committed to supporting the movement in the work we do today and the work still ahead.

Updates from B Lab

New B Corp Standards – Next Steps to Stay Ahead

On 29 January 2026, B Lab hosted a global webinar that introduced the new B Corp certification process and outlined what has changed, what remains, and what companies must do under the updated V2.1 standards. The new standards raise expectations on performance, require independent third-party verification, and strengthen how impact claims are assessed and communicated.

Explore the resources and key steps that will help you get ready for the new process.

News from ASEAN

Cognitive Diversity Is the Next Big Shift

At the Davos Neurodiversity Summit 2026, leaders and youth advocates shifted the conversation from awareness to execution. Max Simpson, CEO of Step, joined the panel that championed neurodivergent youth as co-designers in shaping solutions. The discussion challenged performative inclusion and highlighted the need for real accessibility, shared power, and sustained commitment that strengthen organizations, advance rights, and future-proof economies.

Meet the Newest Forces for Good

We’re thrilled to welcome Un-Available and Alchemy Bali Group to the B Corp community!

Founded in 2004 and based in Vietnam, Un-Available is a garment manufacturer serving global fashion and streetwear brands, with sustainability and workforce well-being embedded at the core of its mission.

Alchemy Bali Group, a Bali-based pioneer in plant-based cuisine and mindful living, champions sustainable, regenerative practices through nourishing food, yoga, and holistic wellness experiences. Together, they strengthen our global movement for businesses that create positive outcomes for people and the planet.

Investing in Rainforest Value That Regenerates

Forestwise, a sustainable cosmetic and food ingredients company, has received support from the SPVO Responsible Business Programme through the Netherlands Enterprise Agency. This funding strengthens the company’s commitment to combatting deforestation through deeper collaboration with local communities in the creation of rainforest value products – harvested in the wild with respect for nature. The focus is on long-term environmental stewardship and creating meaningful social and economic impact in the regions where Forestwise operates.

Global Recognition for a Circular Climate Leader

Two years, two continents, and one shared vision. Gree Energy has proven that scalable, value-driven solutions can create real-world climate impact. From winning the 2024 Dubai International Best Practices Award to becoming a 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize Climate Action finalist in Abu Dhabi, this B Corp demonstrates how circular economy models generate measurable environmental, social, and economic value worldwide.

SukkhaCitta’s Angkasa Collection Reaches Global Icon Status

Dr. Sylvia Earle, legendary American marine biologist and ocean advocate, graces this month’s Tatler Asia cover wearing SukkhaCitta’s Angkasa Collection. The sustainable, handcrafted line honors extraordinary women and celebrates planetary stewardship. At 90, Earle continues to explore the oceans, champion environmental protection, and prove that one committed voice can help shape a better future.

ERALDA’s Expansion Encompasses Supply Chain Management

David Forsgate, CRO of ERALDA Indonesia, joined Cascale’s Source of Good podcast to share the company’s journey as a B Corp Certified sourcing partner. He shared ERALDA’s expansion from Hong Kong across Asia, and highlighted the importance of building transparent, responsible brand-manufacturer partnerships. The conversation reinforced the role of ethical business practices in shaping a more accountable and resilient supply chain across the region.

In The Network

Formula E Drives Sports Into the B Corp Era

Formula E is now the world’s first B Corp Certified sport, cementing a decade of leadership in using racing as a platform for social, environmental, and business impact. The series demonstrates that sport can combine driving high performance with measurable progress by setting strong standards for events, community programs, worker wellbeing, and full transparency and accountability.

B Corp Movement is the Cornerstone of the Climate Crisis

B Lab’s latest Force For Good newsletter explores the growing strength of the B Corp movement and its ability to drive meaningful change. It highlights the power of narrative, collective action, and community engagement, showing how a movement can influence behaviors, shift culture, and reshape the systems that drive our economies.

Why Materiality Is Now Central to B Corp Certification

As 2026 sustainability planning gets underway, B Corp organizations face a critical shift. The updated standards introduce mandatory materiality assessments for large companies, also affecting medium-sized ones. Beyond compliance, materiality now helps companies focus on the issues that matter most, align actions with real-world impact, and make clearer, more credible decisions.

B Corps Evolve for a New Era

Twenty years into its evolution, the B Corp movement is now at an important global turning point. With over 10,000 certified companies, the community continues to balance accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement while adapting its governance and standards through active listening and lived experience. Today, leadership in the movement is no longer a position, but participative, relying on collaboration to sustain trust in a time of growing expectations and scrutiny.

Sistema B Launches Free B Corp Courses

Sistema B, the organization leading the Global B Movement in Latin America, has launched a free digital platform that offers official courses on B Corp Certification and triple impact standards. This initiative supports companies, professionals, and consultants to build the knowledge and skills needed to meet the updated requirements set by B Lab.

Your Roadmap to a Seamless B Corp Audit

Reaching the B Corp audit stage is a significant milestone in the certification process. Success depends on preparing internal teams, organizing thorough documentation, understanding the audit plan, and managing timelines with intention. When approached strategically, the audit becomes a valuable learning opportunity that strengthens operations and supports continuous improvement across the business.

B Corp Month is Here!

B Corp Month is an opportunity for companies to actively participate in and celebrate the movement. With the B Corp Month toolkit, companies can engage in meaningful ways through employee training, B Hive activation, new standards workshops, and community gatherings – both online and offline.

For collaboration ideas or support, the BMB SEA team is ready to assist.

Coming Up in June

Meet our Growing Community at the B Corp Asia Summit

We are excited to welcome B Corps and business leaders to the B Corp Asia Summit this June in Kuala Lumpur. The event offers a chance to connect with how purpose-driven models generate measurable returns, navigate evolving ESG regulations, and engage impact investors. Off-site visits to Malaysia and Indonesia are available for those looking to deepen their learning.

Seats are limited, so register today to secure your spot.

Stay tuned for more updates! Got questions? Drop us a message at comms@bcorpsea.org.

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