By Sally Pritchett
CEO
Celebrating 10 years of the UK B Corp movement – and three years of Something Big being part of it
This year marks a major milestone: the UK B Corp movement turns 10. It’s a chance to reflect on how far the community has come and the impact we’re all still building.
We’ve been a certified B Corp for just over three of those ten years. And while the values that earned us that certification were already in place, B Corp gave us something bigger – a clear, credible way to turn all our good intentions into real action, and access to a growing network of people doing the same.
As we look back with pride – and forward with purpose – here are 10 things we value most about being part of this movement:
1. A clear framework for doing good business
B Corp is more to us than a badge, it gives us structure. The framework gives us a way to hold ourselves accountable, and to turn our desire to do good into real purpose and action.
2. A community with shared values
We’re part of a global network that believe business should be a force for good. And we don’t just sit in the network – we really show up. From forming alliances with other B Corps to co-leading B Local Surrey, we’re proud to be actively involved.
3. A continuous improvement mindset
B Corp is not just a one-time award. The assessment challenges us to keep raising the bar – on how we treat people, the planet, and our stakeholders. We’ve already got stuck into the new standards, and we’re excited to keep moving forward.
4. Attracting and keeping great people
B Corp helps us attract people who care about purpose and impact. It tells our team – and future team members – that this is a place where you can do work that really matters, with values you can believe in.
5. Stronger client and partner relationships
More and more clients are looking for suppliers who align with their values. B Corp makes that alignment visible – helping us build trust faster and form more meaningful, values-led partnerships.
6. Greater transparency and trust
Our impact has always mattered to us – but now it’s visible to others too. Our current score of 128.2 places us among the highest-performing B Corps globally. And while the new standards in the future won’t provide a score in the same way, they do raise the bar even further – something we fully support.
7. A voice for change
Being part of the movement means contributing to something bigger. B Corps are influencing how businesses think, how supply chains operate and how decisions are made. There’s strength in working together.
8. Better decisions, long-term thinking
The framework asks us to consider more than just shareholders. It reminds us to think about people, communities, customers and the environment – helping us make more balanced, sustainable choices.
9. Energy and inspiration from others
The B Corp community is full of ideas, support and encouragement. From local meet-ups to national events, we’ve found the connections and conversations energising and full of practical ways to grow.
10. Proof that profit and purpose can thrive together
B Corps are proving, every day, that success and impact aren’t mutually exclusive. You don’t have to choose between running a strong business and doing the right thing – in fact, one strengthens the other.
Looking ahead
Three years into our B Corp journey, we’re more committed than ever. And as the UK movement celebrates its 10th year, we’re proud to be part of something that’s redefining what business can be. Here’s to the next 10!