B Local PDX

Join B Local PDX, Oregon Business for Climate and Clean and Prosperous Washington for the 3rd in a 4-part series of workshops on policy advocacy. Session 3 brings us closer to actual bills, regulations and rulemaking priorities for the 2025 legislative sessions in Oregon and Washington. We'll discuss the leading voices for and against each of them and consider which may present relevant opportunities for attendee or B Corp community engagement. Reserve a spot here: https://lnkd.in/gJrpKUFc

Our very own Corrie Herman has been selected as one of the Portland Business Journal's Executives of the Year for 2025! Corrie is the Governance and Finance Chair at B Local PDX and has been an incredible asset to the organization this past year ❤️ We saw a whole lot of purpose driven B Corp leaders on this list! Proud of our community of changemakers: Nancy Lebold, CEO, New Seasons Market Nathan Scott, CPA, CFO, Killian Pacific Erik Stromquist, CEO, CTL Anja Taylor, President, Kinesis Congratulations to all those who were honored! https://lnkd.in/gNN-tjfu

We can't wait to see all of our members there tomorrow! 🎉

Before we all embark upon the holiday season, let's mingle and be merry one more time together in 2024. We'll also chat about what we want 2025 to bring for our group and community. Delicious B Corp beverages and snacks provided. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gi9NzN74

Have you RSVP'd yet for our member happy hour? We'd love to see you there! RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/ghthvKZX

What happens when consumers spot the #BCorp logo? 🤔 According to our #BCorp Brand Awareness Report, seeing the #CertifiedBCorp logo on products influences consumer decisions in a big way. In a recent U.S. study from EcoFocus, 85% of consumers aware of B Corp Certification reported that it directly impacts their purchase choices. This trend is global: from Latin America to the UK, campaigns featuring the B Corp logo have boosted both brand awareness and sales, showing just how much consumers value brands dedicated to people and the planet. Discover how B Corp Certification is shaping the future of conscious consumerism in our full report: https://bit.ly/4ePmgae

Stay engaged, stay informed, and show up to vote! Civic involvement empowers us all, giving each of us a say in shaping our communities. Let’s take a moment to encourage others to do the same—because change begins with us. 🗳️

Join us for our upcoming member happy hour on November 14th. The trifecta of fun: catch up with B Corp pals, check out one of Oregon's most sustainable buildings, all with a STRAiGHTAWAY Cocktails! RSVP Today: https://lnkd.in/gZ3DqEJV

Don't forget to register for our Climite Policy Advocacy 101 second session! We will have a discussion of policy interest areas of participating businesses and preview of policies likely to show up in the 2025 session. Register here: https://lnkd.in/g5DS_dDb

We're sorry it's short notice but we can't let that keep us apart! Our LGBTQIA+ affinity group happy hour and community building get together is this Thursday at Only Today from 4-6pm. Come sip a B Corp beverage and connect with others using business as a force for good! RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gVQjA2Zs