Certified B Corp

About Us | Certified B Corp

B Corps are for-profit companies dedicated to using business as a force for good.

Companies that have earned B-Corp certification are leaders in the global movement for an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economy. To become a B Corp, BPM passed a rigorous assessment to prove we meet the highest standards for socially responsible business. 

By The Numbers

8,500

B Corps worldwide

81.1

Overall B Impact score above the current median score of 50.9 for other businesses who complete the assessment

1 of 15

B Corp certified accounting firms in the U.S. (as of certification date)

At BPM, we hold ourselves to a high standard of corporate responsibility. We are very serious about our commitment to helping our colleagues, clients and communities achieve success in work and in life – Because People Matter. While we know that putting people and the planet first is smart for business, we also believe this is simply the right thing to do.

“This certification is an important milestone in our journey of accountability, transparency and simply doing the right thing. The culture and corresponding effort that helped us to become a B Corp are not new. Since our founding more than 36 years ago, BPM’s colleagues have made a difference – not just to each other, but to our clients, communities, profession and environment.”

Jim Wallace, CEO

B Corp Certification — A reflection of our values

Since our inception, we have been true to our brand promise, Because People Matter, our mission to help others be successful in work and life, and our vision to fuel the potential of our clients, colleagues and communities. We are recognized in our profession for our commitment to DEIB, transparency and nurturing a culture of trust and value.

This is what being B Corp certified is all about. 

Earning our B Corp Certification is recognition that we are living these values in a meaningful and measurable way. While the B Corp certification is an important milestone, the culture that led us here goes back to our founding nearly 40 years ago and is ingrained in our DNA. We are proud of where we are today and looking forward to where we are headed tomorrow. 

View BPM’s B Impact Assessment and profile.

Our actions speak louder than words

By cultivating a diverse and inclusive business environment, fostering leadership opportunities for women and members of underrepresented communities and implementing a values-driven culture, we’ve made a positive impact not only on our colleagues but on our clients, communities, profession and environment.

Here are just a few of our initiatives since becoming B-Corp certified:

We launched four new Colleague Resource Groups (GRGs) to bring colleagues together, offer support and foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We planted over 3,500 trees in national forests damaged by wildfires to revive these areas, create critical habitats, improve watershed health and protect water resources. The trees are a living tribute to our dedication to the B Corp mission. 
In honor of our B Corp birthday, we have instituted an annual BPM Community Month every May, giving colleagues the opportunity to engage in community service activities.
We also encourage our colleagues to participate individually in various B Corp networking groups, fostering a personal connection with the principles.

Go farther, do more: How our ESG practice can support your own B Corp journey

To become certified as a B Corp, companies must demonstrate a strong commitment to social responsibility and environmental sustainability, along with high standards for performance, transparency and accountability.

As leaders in change, B Corps enjoy many benefits, from more easily attracting and engaging talent to improved operational performance. They not only drive positive impact but also build resilient, future-proof enterprises that inspire trust and loyalty.

As one of the first and few B Corp Certified Allinial Global firms, BPM is proud to provide consulting support for companies that want to become B Corps. Our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Advisory Services help both for-profit and nonprofit organizations comply with climate-related regulations and develop responsible business strategies, becoming more equitable and resilient in the process.

Learn how our ESG Advisory Services can help you live your values, meet your goals and contribute to a better world.