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Sep 29, 2019

BSC Director Named President of B Academics

In 2016, the Business Sustainability Collaborative founded what has now become B Academics, a network of over 1,500 educators, researchers and academic partners, in 52 countries, who are committed to accelerating the sustainable business movement by studying B Corporations. Read more about how BSC director, Jessica Thomas, was named president and chair of B Academics, Poole College co-hosted the 4th annual B Academics Roundtable and B Academics won a Collective Action award at the B Corp Champions Retreat.
Oct 27, 2019

Measuring the Impact of Ventures Led by Women and People of Color

A new series of studies, funded by the Ford Foundation and led by Poole College faculty, examines the social and environmental impact of investment in ventures led by women and people of color. The project is a collaboration between the Business Sustainability Collaborative and LIFT Economy, an impact consulting firm, worker-owned cooperative, and Certified B Corporation.
Nov 4, 2019

VF Purpose-driven Business Speaker Series with Reggie Miller

BSC Associate, Hannah Stone, reflects on her interview with Reggie Miller, Global VP of Inclusion and Diversity at VF Corporation and shares how she learned that listening is the first step in building a purpose-driven company.
Aug 2, 2019

BSC Releases 2017 - 19 PRME Impact Report

As part of our vision to advance business and society, Poole College has adopted the Principles for Responsible Management Education. As a signatory school, Poole College is part of an international network of institutions committed to building a sustainable global economy.
May 2, 2019

BSC Director Recognized for Outstanding Outreach and Engagement

Jessica Thomas, director of the Business Sustainability Collaborative (BSC) at the NC State University Poole College of Management was recognized recently for her commitment to teaching, research and public service by NC State’s Office of Outreach and Engagement.