Our Partners

B Lab began in 2006 with the idea that a different kind of economy was not only possible, but necessary — and that business could lead the way towards a new, stakeholder-driven model.

B Lab creates standards, policies, tools, and programs that shift the behavior, culture, and structural underpinnings of capitalism. They mobilize the B Corp community to take collective action on addressing society’s most critical challenges.

Together, we are shifting our global economy from a system that profits few to one that benefits all: advancing a new model that moves from concentrating wealth and power to ensuring equity, from extraction to generation, and from prioritizing individualism to embracing interdependence.

1% for the Planet was founded on the idea that a company has a responsibility to give back for the use of our planet’s resources. It started with that core idea, and more than 20 years later, we’re still helping businesses make good on their commitments. In 2002, Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, and Craig Mathews, founder of Blue Ribbon Flies, created 1% for the Planet and started a global movement.

The idea was simple: because companies profit from the resources they take from the earth, they should protect those resources.

To date, 1% for the Planet has certified over $784 million in donations to environmental causes. This number grows exponentially as our network grows each year—proving the power of collective action.

The Alliance for Collective Action convenes leaders of environmental and social movements to advance solutions for a thriving planet. Rooted in the belief that collaboration amplifies impact, we bring together diverse voices from across our region to address pressing challenges, foster inclusive dialogue, and develop innovative solutions. Their mission centers on building bridges between organizations, activists, businesses, and residents, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table and a role in creating a more equitable society.

Through strategic partnerships, educational programs, and hands-on volunteer initiatives, the Alliance for Collective Action mobilizes shared resources to tackle issues such as economic inequality, racial justice, and environmental sustainability. By cultivating relationships and championing cooperative action, we strive to create lasting positive change and strengthen the social fabric of our community, inspiring others to join the movement for collective progress.

The Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility (CESR) at the Leeds School of Business inspires current and future leaders to champion responsible business. Founded in 2007, CESR embeds ethics, corporate responsibility, diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability into education and professional development. They together respected faculty, engaged students, and business partners to cultivate leaders who make a real-world impact.

They believe business can—and must—be a force for good. CESR welcomes diverse voices, promotes transparent practices, and nurtures inclusive dialogue to help our community thrive. From hands-on programs and executive training to mentorship and real-world projects, CESR supports personal growth, ethical leadership, and collaborative action. They are uniquely positioned to advance sustainable, ethical solutions that benefit people, organizations, and society as a whole through academics.

The Good Business Colorado Association (GBCA) is a grassroots membership organization comprised of employers and entrepreneurs dedicated to fostering a prosperous economy, equitable communities, and a sustainable environment. Founded in 2017, GBCA is Colorado’s first business association rooted in values-based leadership and policy advocacy.

They represent over 500 businesses from 32 counties—spanning industries from tech and manufacturing to hospitality and health care.

Through active advocacy at the Colorado Capitol and in local policy spaces, GBCA gives small, minority-owned, rural, and values-driven businesses a voice in shaping the future. They take on the pressing issues that matter most to our members—fair wages, affordable healthcare, racial equity, climate action, and inclusive economic opportunity—while challenging the influence of large corporations that too often dominate public policy.

B:CIVIC is an organization dedicated to helping companies integrate purpose-driven strategies with meaningful social, environmental, and governance impact. They emphasize the importance of both Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks as essential components of contemporary business strategy. By focusing on enhancing internal values and managing external impact, B:CIVIC supports companies in aligning their operations with broader societal goals, empowering leaders to drive progress across these areas.

The organization's approach is rooted in five key pillars: fostering networking among civic-minded professionals, facilitating best practice exchanges and professional development, enabling collaboration for greater collective action, sharing social impact stories through various communication channels, and providing curated resources and toolkits that help develop or enhance CSR and ESG initiatives. Through these pillars, B:CIVIC aims to equip its community with the resources, connections, and knowledge necessary to create real and lasting change.