SYDNEY, December 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — OC&C Strategy Consultants (OC&C), the global strategy consulting firm, has become a certified B CorporationTM, joining a global community of companies committed to balancing profit and purpose.
As a Certified B Corporation, OC&C Strategy Consultants has undergone a rigorous assessment by B Lab, meeting high standards for social and environmental impact. This certification also reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to using business as a force for good, as evidenced by its legal commitment to stakeholder governance and commitment to continuous improvement.
OC&C has always been committed to building for the long term – both for its clients and for itself – and B Corp aligns well with these values and initiatives already pursued by the firm. As a people-first company, OC&C is committed to becoming the best home for top strategy talent, striving to ensure that individuals from diverse backgrounds are well-equipped to thrive as employees and individuals. This gives OC&C the strongest possible team to provide high quality, tailored advice to its clients.
In the broader community, the firm’s work with commercial clients increasingly incorporates environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles, and resources dedicated to pro bono work have continually increased to nearly 1.5 % of all income.
Environmentally, the company has made significant progress by conducting extensive measurements of its carbon emissions and setting and working toward science-based targets to minimize its short- and long-term footprint.
As a certified B Corp, OC&C Strategy Consultants aims to demonstrate that profitability and social responsibility are not mutually exclusive but integral to a forward-thinking and impactful business model.
Will Hayllarthe Global Managing Partner of OC&C, commented on the announcement:
“We aspired to become a B Corp to put our values into practice – going beyond profit to positively impact people and the planet. As a global strategy consulting firm growing in size and influence, it is essential to ensure these principles are intrinsic to both our core strategic work for clients and the way our business operates more broadly.
“Our employees are the foundation of our business. I hope this brand of assurance will instill a sense of pride and motivate even greater commitment to our collective mission.
Deidre Sorensenpartner and global head of ESG at OC&C, added:
“We are proud to stand side by side with more than 7,000 B Businesses from around the world, united in a commitment to using business as a force for good. And while this is a moment to celebrate, we know it’s only the beginning. From our carbon footprint to the well-being of our stakeholders, every aspect of our impact will be continually examined, looking for ways to create positive change. Making this commitment is daunting, but it is essential if we are to make a true and lasting impact.
Chris TurnerExecutive Director of B Lab UK, shared:
“We are excited to welcome OC&C Strategy Consultants to the B Corp community. It’s a movement of businesses who are committed to changing the way business operates and believe that business can truly be a force for good. We know that OC&C Strategy Consultants are going to be a fantastic addition to the community and one that will continue to move the conversation forward.”
OC&C looks forward to this exciting new chapter and enthusiastically invites and encourages its industry peers to join them in reshaping the consulting landscape and the positive impact they can collectively make.
About OC&C
Founded in 1987, OC&C is a leading international strategy consulting firm that brings clear thinking to the most complex issues facing today’s leadership teams. OC&C’s client list includes some of the world’s most respected companies in the retail, consumer goods, leisure and hospitality, media, technology, industrial products and services industries and private equity.
For more information on OC&C Strategy Consultants, please visitoccstrategy.com
About B Lab:
B Lab transforms the economy for the benefit of all individuals, communities and the planet. A leader in changing economic systems, our global network creates standards, policies, and tools for businesses, and we certify the companies, known as B Corps, that are leading the way. To date, our global community includes more than 7,000 B Corps in 90 countries and 161 sectors, and more than 150,000 companies manage their impact with the B Impact Assessment and the SDG Action Manager.
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