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Jun 28, 2024
ESG Centered Podcast with Independent Verification Analysts (IVA)
Introduction
Host
: Red, Independent Verification Analyst
Guest
: June, Pioneering Member of IVA team
Topic
: B Lab, B Corps, and the audit and verification process
Background of the Guest
June joined IVA
: 2021, post-COVID-19
Training
: Structured, engaging, fostered reconnection
Personal Interests
: Gardening (June), Guitar and Gaming (Red)
B Lab & B Corps
B Lab
: Accreditation body for businesses for good
B Corps
: For-profit companies with high standards in:
Governance
Workers
Environment
Community
Customers
B Lab Directory
:
BCorporation.net
for finding B Corps
B Impact App
: Platform for companies to measure and quiz their impact
Partnership with B Lab
Started
: 2021
Goal
: Address the growth of B Corps, reduce certification wait time
IVA Role
:
Scale B Lab certification process
Act as third-party to maintain certification integrity
Management and Operations
Early Management
: Scheduling, managing leaves & timekeeping
Additional Roles
: June took senior operations role
Tools Provided by B Lab
: Enhanced familiarity with the process
Onboarding Training
: Managed by the team, new members like Sarah Baras and Eric Sanchez joined
IVA Responsibilities
Role
: Assist companies in providing accurate ESG impact information
Tasks
:
Review and verify information
Ensure accurate capture of ESG impact in BIA
Challenges
: Learning about diverse business models and industries
Flexibility
: Time management, dealing with different time zones
Research
: Essential for understanding assigned industries
Team Diversity
: Inclusive workforce with members from diverse backgrounds, many languages spoken
Transition to TUER
New Company Formation
: TUER now houses all IVAs
Purpose
: Design more audit-centric processes
Goals
:
Meet/exceed international certification requirements (e.g., ISO)
Increase credibility in ESG space
Impact Assessment and Certification
B Impact Assessment App
: Free tool to measure impact, set goals, and submit for certification
Point System
: Score above 80 points to submit for certification
Recruitment and Career Opportunities
Joining IVAs
: Training provided, impactful work in the ESG space
Recruitment
: Advertisements on job portals and company websites
Conclusion
Gratitude
: Thanks to June and listeners
Anticipation
: Continued success of B Lab certification efforts
Call to Action
: Tune in for more episodes
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