112 - Building a Better Evaluation Firm: Structuring Your Consultancy for Social Good as a B Corp

Abstract Information: Why are some evaluation firms choosing to become certified as B Corporations? B Corp certification is a movement in the private sector toward a different way of doing business that follows rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, essentially embedding purpose alongside profit in the business model. Setting up your firm as a B Corp reinforces your dedication to sustainability, equity, and social impact.

Join this gathering to connect with evaluators who want to explore the idea of being a B Corporation. The team of evaluators from Cathexis Consulting will be on hand to facilitate conversations about what it means to be a B Corp. Cathexis has been specializing in evaluation for over 20 years and has been B Corp certified since 2019. The team will discuss how we shaped our firm in a way that aligns with the B Corp ethos; what we needed to do and change to become B Corp certified; and how we continue to grow and improve to maintain our certification. The conversation will extend to the benefits of being a B Corp and how being a B Corp influences how we approach hiring, staff development, subcontracting, and partnerships to foster equity, diversity, and inclusivity. 

For more information about B Corporations, visit bcorporation.net/en-us. Read about the Cathexis team's journey at cathexisconsulting.ca/category/b-corp.