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Round Table: Should I Become a B Corp?

4 September 2025, 09:30 - 11:30

The Hangout, UMi, Navigators Point, Belmont Business Park, Durham, DH1 1TW

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With growing pressure to balance profit and purpose, more businesses are exploring what it means to become a force for good. But is becoming a B Corp the right move for you?

Join us for an honest and engaging round table hosted by Nicki Clark OBE, Chief Executive of UMi and  Board Trustee of B Lab UK – the non-profit behind the global B Corp movement. Nicki brings a wealth of experience in values-led business and led UMi to become the first business support consultancy in the region to achieve B Corp status.

Whether you're just starting to explore the idea or already partway down the path, this open conversation is a chance to gain clarity, ask questions and hear from others navigating the same journey.

We’ll guide our conversation around key topics such as:

What Does It Mean to Be a B Corp?
We’ll demystify the certification process and discuss how it aligns with your values, culture and long-term business goals.

The Business Case for B Corp
From brand credibility to talent attraction and access to new markets, we’ll explore the real-world benefits and whether they stack up for your business.

The Challenges You Need to Know
Becoming a B Corp isn’t just a badge, it’s a commitment. We’ll discuss the potential hurdles, time investment and internal changes that might be required.

This round table is best suited for business owners and leaders who are curious about B Corp, values-led growth, and building a business that makes a difference without losing sight of profit.

This is a unique opportunity to explore what becoming a B Corp could mean for your business and to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs in a supportive and thought-provoking setting.

 

The Small Print 
Our round tables are shaped by the insights and experiences of attendees, so while we aim to cover the topics above, we may also dive into other related areas during the session.

Due to limited capacity round table discussions are exclusively for entrepreneur members only. Guests or substitutions are not allowed.

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