B Local PDX

Don't forget to sign up to join us for August B Tour at Evolve! Evolve is a collaborative design agency based in Portland. From insight to action we create better customer, product, and brand experiences through the power of play. A multidisciplinary team of researchers, strategists, and creatives—we help organizations evolve with intention. After some happy hour networking, Evolve will give a tour of their studio, introducing their approach to collaborative workshopping and walking guests through the shop where they design and build product prototypes. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gD_MSd4S

We're thrilled to share that B Lab spotlighted our very own B Local PDX Advocacy Program. Shout out to board member Rebecca Goldcrump for also being highlighted. Read more about how we plan to work together to drive meaningful change for our planet. 🌎 https://lnkd.in/gN8cF-Bt

Join us for B Corp Week of Service, a week dedicated to giving back and making a positive impact in our community. We’re excited to bring our local B Corp members together to support nonprofits and drive meaningful change. Nonprofits interested in participating, please reach out to B Local PDX board member Cassandra at [email protected]. Let’s unite our efforts and show the power of purpose-driven business! 📅 Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! #BCorp #BLOCALPDXWeekOfService #PurposeDriven

Portland State University’s School of Business runs the B Impact program, and we’d love you to join! B Impact is a free, student-led consulting group that assists companies interested in obtaining a B Corp Certification. We are looking for companies to join the program for the 2025 season, which runs from January through June. https://lnkd.in/euDwTd7s

Our LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group meets this Thursday at the Only Today studio! Come meet the group's new moderator, Alex Hopkins, and connect with others who believe business should be a force for good. Bonus: B Corp beverages are on us! RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/gZbiHW5i"

We need your feedback! Fill out B Local PDX Stakeholder Survey to help us inform how we can best serve our community! Fill out by August 15th to be entered to win a B Local PDX prize package here: https://lnkd.in/exWV5Fu6

We still have spots for our JEDI 101 session. Join B Local PDX and Construct The Present (Certified B corp) for a virtual 3-hour JEDI 101 (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) workshop strategically aligned with the B Corp Assessment framework and tailored for B Corps and like-minded organizations. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ehNt-hzC

By investing in JEDI training (justice, equity, diversity and inclusion), leaders cultivate a workplace environment where every individual can feel valued, understood, and empowered. These trainings promote awareness of biases, foster empathy, and encourage collaboration among diverse teams. There's still time to sign up for the Construct The Present (Certified B corp) + B Local PDX July workshops! July 23 - JEDI 101 for People Managers (in-person): https://lnkd.in/gSD8vyRW July 30 - JEDI 101 Virtual Workshop: https://lnkd.in/g2tvVqk6 Questions? DM me or our fantastic JEDI 101 facilitator, Jasmine Taylor!

3 Portland B corps are partnering to help increase the diversity of the marketing industry, with their Inclusion in Digital Marketing Scholarship. Now accepting applications for the 2024 season award! Spread the word. https://lnkd.in/ggUmwVs2

Meet Alysha Schultz // B Local Communications Chair Current Role: Vice President of Marketing & Culture @ Intuitive Digital Alysha has been in the marketing field for over 10 years. With experience both in-house and agency side, she's done everything in marketing from TV and Radio ads to multi-channel digital marketing campaigns. She believes that marketing to grow ethical brands can actually be a part of the solution to our global issues. She is passionate about fostering a work-life balance for everyone around her. Working to build cultures and marketing campaigns that support and enable all individuals to bring their whole selves to the table and thrive. What does she love about the B Corp community? "I love how open and supportive the B Corp Community is. It isn't about competition, it's about forward movement in the environmental and social issues we all care about. The community understands that without corporate greed, there is enough for everyone and that by working together, the rising tide raises all ships. Hearts and doors are always open in the B corp community and that's the kind of world I want to live in." #blocalpdx #bcorp #businessforgood