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It’s been a busy few months of hard work but we’re well on our way to gaining B Corp Certification! 🚀🤞 Every step toward B Corp status is a step towards a brighter future. From evaluating our environmental footprint to enhancing our employee well-being initiatives, we're embracing change that matters. I’m so passionate about achieving B Corp because it represents Blu Sky’s commitment to balancing purpose and profit, and it’ll be a testament to Blu Sky Chartered Accountants dedication to making a positive impact on society in general and the environment. 🌱💼 It’s not JUST a certification, it’s a way that we’ll hold ourselves accountable for positive action too. 🌟📈 As we work toward B Corp status, we're really amplifying our purpose. Whether it's supporting our local community, championing sustainability, or fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. 💪 We're excited about the positive changes ahead, and I can't wait to share our progress with you all. Stay tuned for updates on our journey. If you’re passionate about purpose-driven business and curious about B-Corp give me a shout!

Really interesting to hear the feedback from Lily Cantillon and Amalia Moula on their Meritas Law Firms Worldwide exchange, such a positive experience that further strengthens the relationships between Whitney Moore Howard Kennedy LLP and Anderson Strathern #internationalbusiness

After having a trustee board meeting recently and prepping for our own upcoming GirlDreamer advisory board meeting, it got me reflecting on the state of trusteeship in this country. And it's pretty grim. I served on a national board, and now serve on a local one and my own organisations and spoiler alert, the difference is stark. Local boards led by minoritised groups naturally have higher levels of diversity as they are ✨ intentionally ✨ set up to reflect the people they serve and are formed with the understanding of the importance of representation and lived experience. Larger/national/global boards however, can follow the 🚩status 🚩 pattern and reflect what/who is *perceived* to have the best/most professional expertise and that usually results in the statistics below. Despite the fact that people from all walks of life actually have those particular skills they're after too. Go figure. All of this to say, the below👇🏾doesn't reflect society and if organisation's continue to want higher levels of reflective leadership, it stems from internal culture and practices and not external diversity recruitment solutions. The problem, as with everything in life, is from the inside out. What are your views on boards and the "challenge" with diversity on them? 🤔 #boards #trustees *these stats are what I could find & might have changed/different elsewhere*

Our continuous efforts to build a better world – through people, communities and the environment - are being recognised. We’re not going to lie – it feels good. We've been nominated THREE times at the South West Business Masters Awards 2023 for: ⭐Disruptor of the Year ⭐Our approach to Sustainability ⭐Employer of the Year As a certified B Corp business, we truly live and breathe our values, and we’re pretty obsessed about how we can be better every year too. We’re not like a lot of other companies. Simply, we don’t want to be. We don’t want to be difficult, we just want to be different, and these nominations reassure us that we’re on the right track. #BCorp #EcoConsultancy #PurposeDrivenBusiness #Awards #SouthWest

Boardrooms for the Next Generation 📇 As organisations face new challenges around technology, talent, and sustainability, boards need directors who bring fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. And with that, diversity is key. Research shows that diverse boards support stronger governance. With board composition constantly evolving, the traditional candidate pool is no longer an option. We must consider first-time directors and those with diverse, non-traditional backgrounds. I'm proud to share that I've recently completed a board director training course with Foundation for Shared Impact (FSI) taught by David Bishop, equipping me with a deep understanding of the crucial responsibilities and best practices for modern boards. A few key learnings from my training: 1. Risk Mitigation: Boards play a vital role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating strategic, operational, financial, and reputational risks facing the organisation. This requires robust risk management frameworks, clear communication with management, and ongoing monitoring. 2. Legal Compliance: Ensuring the organisation’s adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards is a core board duty. 3. Fiduciary Duties: As fiduciaries, board members have a legal and moral obligation to act in the best interests of the organisation and its shareholders. This includes providing effective oversight, making informed decisions, and prioritising long-term sustainable value creation. 4. Strategic Oversight: Beyond just reviewing management's plans, boards must actively shape the company's strategic direction, challenge assumptions, and guide the organisation through periods of profound change. I'm excited to bring my fresh perspective and innovative thinking to the boardrooms of the future, helping to drive more effective governance, stronger risk management, and sustainable value creation. As a young leader, I look forward to being part of shaping this new diversity of boards. Thank you The New Normal Charity Hong Kong ��常態慈善（香港）, Jessica Hulton and Benjamin May for giving me this opportunity. #boarddiversity #womenonboards #boardroom #boarddirectors

A few helpful B Corp definitions here 😊

We are reviewing our governance to ensure the CIPR is strong, sustainable, and fit for the future. This is our first review in a decade. It aims to align our governance structures with our strategic ambitions and create a governing framework that is transparent, modern, and truly reflective of the diverse voices in our field. We are proposing changes across four key areas: 📊 Board of Directors 📋 Nominations Committee 💼The President’s Role 🏛️ Council If you are a member, be sure to have your say. Your feedback will be crucial in setting the stage for a future-ready CIPR. Find out more and share your thoughts: https://lnkd.in/dsqiXTgS #CIPRgovernance

Proud of the actions @PTC is taking to be a more sustainable and socially responsible company. Read all the details in our 2023 Impact Report!

Sometimes, in life, work and family priorities overlap in different and unexpected ways. On this occasion, I am unreservedly using my business network to promote my son and his fantastic nomination for International Investment's Emerging Talent of the Year Award and ask you to vote for him and the work he is doing for LGT Wealth Management and their customers on the international stage. #internationalinvestment #LGTwealthmanagement #emergingtalent

New board members can bring enthusiasm, a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table. Yet joining a board can be a daunting experience and transitions are most successful when boards properly orientate their new directors to the cultures and practices of their organisation. https://lnkd.in/gGmx9vVA