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Join us for the upcoming advocacy training lunch & learn, hosted by B Local NYC in partnership with and sponsored by Laboratoires Expanscience USA! Kate Ogden, Head of Advocacy & Movement Building at Seventh Generation, and Jake Elliott, Sr. Director of Community Impact at PosiGen, will lead this training, equipping everyone with fundamental knowledge and tools to support causes to drive positive change 🌍. Register below! 🗓️ Save the Date: ·        Date: Wednesday, June 26th ·        Time: Doors open at Noon! ·        Location: One World Trade, 285 Fulton St, 63rd Floor, New York, NY 10007 #AdvocacyTraining #SocialResponsibility #BLocal #BCorpCertified #BusinessAsAForceForGood

I had an amazing time last night at Grace Farms Foundation's spectacular location in Connecticut. Designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize winning firm SANAA, the River Building is composed of a number of unique light-filled interconnecting spaces that naturally fit into a hillside. I am grateful to Grace Farms for the opportunity to share my research from #TheProfiteers, and then also moderate a panel discussion with some of the pioneering organizations that I feature in the book. Many thanks to Aidaly Sosa Walker (Head of Marketing USA, Tony's Chocolonely), Joseph Kenner (CEO of Greyston Bakery) and Sharon Prince (CEO and Founder of Grace Farms, and Co-Founder of Grace Farms Tea & Coffee) for sharing their insights in what for me was the highlight of the evening! I am also very grateful to Adam Thatcher and the Grace Farms team and B Local Connecticut for making the event happen!

Join us for an enlightening journey into conscious consumerism at Grace Farms Foundation for the launch of 'The Profiteers' by Christopher Marquis renowned author and expert on better business and the B Corp movement.

Connecticut business leaders and sustainability community: The Connecticut General Assembly is considering a new bill that mandates the implementation of measures aimed at reducing carbon emissions and conserving energy. Join B Local Connecticut, Connecticut Sustainable Business Council and CT Energy Future to learn from legislators and business leaders about this legislation and its importance to B Corps and sustainable businesses. April 10, 3-5:30pm Panel followed by networking https://lnkd.in/evmGsH8P #businesasaforceforgood #bcorp #sustainability

Exciting news! B Local CT invites you to our upcoming event in Hartford on April 10th. Dive into insightful discussions on climate policy advocacy with industry leaders, legislators, and sustainability experts. Network with like-minded professionals and discover new opportunities for sustainable business practices. https://lnkd.in/eJa9WmYa Key highlights: Panel discussion on climate policy with Legislators and Businesses Networking reception to connect and collaborate Insights into advocacy strategies for a greener future Don't miss this chance to be part of positive change and shape Connecticut's sustainable landscape. Secure your spot now! #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Advocacy #BLocalCT #SpringRenewal

Hope to see everyone there!

Today is a challenging time for the #foodindustry with #inflation leading to rising food costs and at times unreliable #supplychains.  But there are some bright spots, in particular, industry insiders report that an important trend is “more and more consumers are seeking authentic cuisines and unique flavors.” One brand that is benefiting from these trends is Saffron Road Foods, which is the fastest-growing brand in natural frozen meals in the US. I had a chance to connect with Saffron Road founder and CEO Adnan Durrani, who noted that a key aspect of their success is that “unlike some ethnic brands that are handcuffed to only offer one type of international cuisine, Saffron Road’s advantage has been success with offering multiple globally inspired meals, with flavors from many different regions and cultures.” Saffron Road also became a certified #BCorp earlier this year, which Adnan told me was a validation of its ongoing commitment to quality ingredients, high standards and animal welfare. Read more below for my Forbes discussion with Adnan about the brand’s 13+ year journey and what’s coming up next. B Lab U.S. & Canada

“When you look at the interdisciplinary nature of what Grace Farms is doing, I’m really impressed and amazed by that,” said Matthew McCarthy in his Keynote during The Imperative of Purpose-Centered Leadership. “Because the interdisciplinary nature of what Grace Farms is doing, I think is a model for, in business, how we need to actually de-silo our responsibility for driving impact.” Thank you to all who joined us on Wednesday, November 1, for the "The Imperative of Purpose-Centered Leadership." Such a vibrant and memorable evening celebrating the transformative impact of the Certified #BCorp movement! Featuring an inspirational keynote from changemaker, Matthew McCarthy, the former CEO of Ben & Jerry's the program also included a dynamic Q&A session with Matthew hosted by Adam Thatcher, Co-Founder of Grace Farms Foods (a Certified B Corp). As the sun began to set in the Sanctuary, attendees gained a unique insight the impact that values-driven companies can have and the importance of courageous, authentic leadership. Excitingly, before and after the program, a B Corp Exposition provided everyone in attendance with the fun and meaningful opportunity to dive deeper into our state's expanding B Corp community! Joining us for the Expo were such remarkable social entrepreneurs as Bigelow Tea, Earth Animal, HAYVN Coworking Community, Grounded World, Athletic Brewing Co., Timo & Violet, Publish Your Purpose, a Certified B Corp, Atheava Ayurveda, Impact Growth Partners, Hugo & Hoby, C.E. Floyd Company, PBC, and more. Enjoy a look at this amazing evening! A special thank you to our program co-host, B Local Connecticut! Photos (all by Jacek Dolata): 1. Grace Farms 2. Matthew McCarthy onstage in the Sanctuary 3. Adam Thatcher and Matthew McCarthy onstage in the Sanctuary

C.E. Floyd is grateful for Grace Farms Foundation and B Local Connecticut for organizing a wonderful fall event at the stunning Grace Farms in New Canaan, CT! Matthew McCarthy, former Ben & Jerry's CEO, delivered an inspirational keynote about "The Imperative for Purpose-Centered Leadership" and the transformative power of the Certified B Corp movement. Matthew expressed that as leaders “doing the right thing is the best way to build relationships” and “you are what you do and not what you say”. Matthew is passionate about driving social impact and systemic change through the power of business. Kudos to Adam Thatcher for leading an intriguing Q&A with Matthew. Food for thought: Matthew’s favorite Ben & Jerry’s flavor is Phish Food! Thanks to all involved for organizing a fantastic event and for making our communities and world a better place. #BCorp #gracefarms  #BuildingVisionsAndPeople

FoundHer attended last night’s event at the gorgeous Grace Farms Foundation where we heard from keynote speaker, Matthew McCarthy, former CEO of B-Corp, Ben & Jerry’s. With a passion for driving social impact and systemic change through the power of business, Matthew discussed some important topics including DEI efforts that do not stop at the hiring process; stressing the importance of companies following through on the inclusion piece such that all voices are heard equally. Cohosted by B Local Connecticut it was an engaging evening showcasing the importance of the B Corp movement!