Where do we stand today? Editorial
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s we look back on the rollercoaster ride that was 2022, it’s evident that the world faced a multitude of trials and tribulations, propelling it towar- ds transformation. The year was
and continues to draw in new members. The B Leaders program has also experienced re- markable growth, with over 55 new B Leaders trained in 2022, all eager to support companies on their journey towards B Corp certification and becoming purpose-driven enterprises. One of the most exhilarating aspects of our collaboration with Swiss businesses this year has been witnessing their dedication to joining the movement towards a conscientious and accountable economy. The remarkable suc- cess in implementing a wide range of impact- ful measures to achieve their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals has been truly inspiring. Throughout 2022, B Lab Swit- zerland maintained close contact with Swiss businesses, committed to our shared future, through assessment, engagement, and dia- logue. The establishment of the #SBA2030 and the Swiss Impact Forum have further strengthe- ned our connection with the regional economic landscape. We seek to continue to tackle society’s most pressing issues in 2023 via: • Policy work pushing for meaningful legal change around corporate accountability for positive impact along with the develop- ment of incentive-driven strategies. • The creation of new tools to shift leadership culture towards a collaborative approach and to establish a new standard of sustai- nable managerial practices. • Creating opportunities and organizing gatherings that promote a spirit of collabo- ration which is essential in fostering robust partnerships for cooperative endeavors which will drive collaborative growth. I firmly believe that collaboration is key to creating a better future for everyone. At B Lab Switzerland, we are dedicated to supporting
marked by the devastating war in Ukraine, cli- mate-induced catastrophes like droughts, wild- fires, and floods, and the persistent growth of societal inequalities and social unrest. These challenges accentuated the pressing need for businesses to focus on social and environmen- tal impact. However, amid the chaos, a silver lining emerged. A growing consensus among bu- sinesses and individuals alike highlighted the importance of everyone’s role in forging a more equitable, inclusive, and regenerative economy. Two pivotal launches in 2022 stand as testaments to our commitment to this cause. First and foremost, in May 2022, during the pres- tigious Davos summit, we took great pride in co-launching the Swiss Boards for Agenda 2030 (#SBA2030). This influential coalition, composed of a diverse group of CEOs and board members from the Swiss economic sector, committed to implementing transformative measures to ad- vance sustainability through a forward-thinking, future-fit stakeholder governance approach. Second, we successfully inaugurated our pre- mier national event on sustainability, the Swiss Impact Forum. Attracting the participation of over 450 dedicated change-makers, the gathe- ring served to reinforce our shared determina- tion to actively contribute to the fulfillment of Agenda 2030. We take immense pride in announcing that Switzerland now boasts nearly 90 certified B Corporations, from a wide array of industries and sectors. Our national program addressing the Sustainable Development Goals, the Swiss Triple Impact, underwent a significant revamp
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