DataIQ Achieves B Corp Certification with 83.9 Impact Score

You don’t need to be a sustainability expert to start measuring your company’s impact. Over 280,000 companies worldwide are already using this free tool to understand their true performance. This confidential platform evaluates you across governance, workers, community, environment, and customers. The process is simple: 🟠 Evaluate your practices through structured questions. 🟠 Compare your results against industry benchmarks. 🟠 Improve by identifying opportunities and tracking progress. 🟠 Certify when you're ready to join the B Corp movement. The B Impact Assessment isn't just for B Corps. It's for any business ready to measure what matters beyond financial metrics. Think of it as a strategic audit that reveals both strengths and opportunities for greater stakeholder impact. The beauty lies in its accessibility. The tool guides you step by step, offering context and improvement suggestions along the way. Ready to discover where your company stands and start your impact journey? #BImpactAssessment #ImpactMeasurement #Sustainability #BCorp #Germany

It was an honour to participate in the 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐡𝐢, 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 – 𝐄𝐓 𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬. 🇮🇳 The forum united policymakers, industry leaders, financial institutions, and innovators with one shared goal: accelerating the shift from ambition to implementation in sustainability. 𝐀 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲: sustainability is no longer an add-on but a strategic imperative for resilience, competitiveness, and long-term value creation. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 1) 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 & 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Economic progress and environmental stewardship must advance together, not as trade-offs, but as mutually reinforcing goals. 2) 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐄𝐒𝐆: Innovative finance and strong ESG frameworks are now central to risk management, investor trust, and corporate purpose. 3) 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 & 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Transitioning to a circular model is essential. Digital Product Passports (DPPs) will enable transparency across value chains, capturing data on carbon footprints, materials, and lifecycle impacts for greater efficiency and accountability. DPPs, supported by regulation and digital innovation, can make sustainability measurable, verifiable, and scalable—empowering consumers, businesses, and policymakers alike. This dialogue underscored a vital truth: sustainability is about transforming systems, redefining value, and building trust, beyond mere compliance. I am grateful to The Economic Times and ET Edge for hosting such an inspiring and action-oriented platform. 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐚 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. #GlobalSustainabilityAlliance #Leadership #Sustainability #ESG #NetZero #SDGs #ETEdgeInsights #DigitalProductPassport #CircularEconomy #ClimateAction #Innovation #SustainableFuture #Aeiforo

• 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗕𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 • The editorial team of Virtus Interpress is pleased to introduce a list of recently published papers. 💡 The recently published papers are devoted to a range of crucial issues such as #corporategovernance, #CEOduality, corporate sustainability reporting, #banklending, commercial bank, #corruption, sustainable development, Industrial Revolution 5.0, ESG performance, ESG disclosure, #competitiveadvantage, #greenbonds, performance of small enterprises, corporate ownership, #ownershipstructure, #companyreputation, institutional investors, listed private equity investments, #CSR, governance mechanism, #debtpolicy, #dividendpolicy, #overinvestment, FDI, financial performance, financial data analysis, #financialforecasting, intellectual capital, firm performance, competitiveness, #internationalization, double taxation treaties, #internationaltax, #digitaltransformation, digital marketing strategy, corporate strategy, #strategicmanagement, organizational culture, generative AI, etc. ➡️ The full list of the recent papers published by Virtus Interpress is available here: https://lnkd.in/et3J6TQw We hope this list of papers will help our readers and scholarly network to discover new interesting research and, as always, find more information devoted to a certain topic within the scope of corporate governance. 💡 Krishnan Nair, David Gavin, Olivia Foster-Gimbel, Terra Maienbrook, Nicole Wright, PhD, CPA, CFE, Ward Risvold, PhD, Gao Zhifeng, Lee Daniel, Sarah L., Gabriel Kwesi Yeboah, PhD ,CQRM, Lina Han, PhD, Lee Jongsoo, Ryan Allen, Keyang (Daniel) Yang, Michael Weber, Wesley W. Koo, Shaowen Hua, Jennifer Tosti-Kharas, Taya Cohen, Shrijata Chattopadhyay

• 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗦 𝗕𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 • The editorial team of Virtus Interpress is pleased to introduce a list of recently published papers. 💡 The recently published papers are devoted to a range of crucial issues such as #corporategovernance, #CEOduality, corporate sustainability reporting, #banklending, commercial bank, #corruption, sustainable development, Industrial Revolution 5.0, ESG performance, ESG disclosure, #competitiveadvantage, #greenbonds, performance of small enterprises, corporate ownership, #ownershipstructure, #companyreputation, institutional investors, listed private equity investments, #CSR, governance mechanism, #debtpolicy, #dividendpolicy, #overinvestment, FDI, financial performance, financial data analysis, #financialforecasting, intellectual capital, firm performance, competitiveness, #internationalization, double taxation treaties, #internationaltax, #digitaltransformation, digital marketing strategy, corporate strategy, #strategicmanagement, organizational culture, generative AI, etc. ➡️ The full list of the recent papers published by Virtus Interpress is available here: https://lnkd.in/eG5sB2iz We hope this list of papers will help our readers and scholarly network to discover new interesting research and, as always, find more information devoted to a certain topic within the scope of corporate governance. 💡 Haslindar ibrahim, Dr Gang Chen 陈刚博士, Mirnal Mungra, Suresh Vishwakarma, Ruchi Tyagi, Nitashree Barman, Dr.Esin A., Mustafa ÖZYEŞİL, Çiğdem Karış, Abdurrahim Altunisik, Mehmet Şahin, Seokhoon Ko, Isaac Nana Akuffo (Ph.D, FHEA), Mohammad H Alzyod, Dr. Muhammad Bilal (FHEA), Ali Bahoo-Torodi, Mortaza OJAGHLOU (Murteza OCAKLI), Sumalka Mendis, Ozlem Ayaz, Dr Konstantina Skritsovali, Giorgio Caselli

🌿 𝐄𝐒𝐆: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 Once seen as a corporate responsibility initiative, 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. In today’s transparent markets, brands are judged not just by performance, but by purpose — how they treat people, manage impact, and uphold ethical governance. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫: • 76% of consumers stop buying from companies that neglect environmental or social responsibilities. • Firms with strong ESG ratings see up to 𝟔𝟎% 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 and greater investor trust. • Over 70% of institutional investors now consider ESG metrics when evaluating a company’s long-term value. Strong ESG compliance doesn’t just protect against reputational risk, it actively builds 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.Companies that report transparently, engage stakeholders, and embed ESG into their strategy consistently outperform peers in both trust and market valuation. At𝐏𝐈 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬, we’ve helped several leading GCC organizations𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬, 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩 𝐬𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐠𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, turning compliance into a long-term brand advantage. For growing businesses, 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞, 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧strategy that strengthens your narrative, attracts capital, and ensures sustainable growth. 👉 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧’𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞. Muhammad Irfan | Ali Zaidi | Turki Al-Dayel #ESG #Sustainability #BrandReputation #CorporateGovernance #GCCBusiness #Leadership #StrategicGrowth #PIPartners 

The Power of Data Transparency in Shaping the Future of Sustainability As the world shifts toward a more sustainable future, one key factor stands out: data transparency. In an era where actions speak louder than words, businesses that openly share their ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) data are not just building credibility—they are setting the foundation for true change. 1.From Intent to Impact: Data-driven decisions transform abstract sustainability goals into tangible outcomes. Transparent reporting doesn’t just tell the story—it tracks progress and reveals areas for growth. 2. Trust Beyond Metrics: In today’s marketplace, credibility is earned through openness. Whether you're an investor, a consumer, or a partner, transparent sustainability data builds a strong foundation of trust. It’s not just about meeting standards; it’s about exceeding expectations. 3.Fueling Innovation and Collaboration: When companies openly share their ESG data, they invite collaboration, innovation, and shared learning. Transparency fosters an ecosystem where new solutions emerge, and everyone rises together. 4.Staying Ahead of the Curve: As regulations tighten globally, proactive transparency ensures companies are not just compliant but leaders in their field. It’s about anticipating change, not reacting to it. Bottom line: Sustainability isn’t just about doing good; it’s about doing good with clarity. Data transparency isn’t a checkbox—it’s the blueprint for creating lasting, meaningful impact. The businesses that embrace this shift will lead the charge in the global movement towards a truly sustainable future. #DataTransparency #Sustainability #ESGLeadership #FutureReady #CorporateResponsibility #InnovativeBusiness #SustainableImpact #TrustInBusiness

On October 9, the fourth SPARK WENA + EE regional live session, “Measuring and Reporting Impact: A Deep Dive into the VSME Standard,” brought together sustainability professionals, SMEs, and reporting experts to explore how the Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME) supports practical implementation and drives regional progress. The session highlighted how credible and transparent sustainability reporting strengthens organisational resilience and competitiveness while advancing systemic sustainability transformation. Participants gained actionable insights and real-world examples of effective SME reporting practices. Lana Vučinić, Head of Finance at Syntio d.o.o. (Croatia), explained that by integrating ESG principles into data-driven operations, the company embeds responsible practices directly into its core strategy rather than treating them as an afterthought. She noted that structured reporting aligns teams, supports informed decision-making, and builds trust with customers, banks, and partners. A warm thank you to Lana Vučinić for sharing valuable insights and showcasing how SMEs can turn sustainability principles into measurable, meaningful action. #Sustainability #SustainabilityReporting #VSMEStandard #ESG #SMEs #CorporateResponsibility #SustainableBusiness #SPARKWENA #UNGlobalCompact #EFRAG

𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 "𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗳𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲". Between the EU's Omnibus debates and shifting regulatory timelines, the discourse around sustainability reporting has become exhaustingly administrative. But while we debate regulations, we're missing the actual story. 𝗘𝗦𝗚 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝘁. 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. In 2025, businesses face a convergence of geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruption, and climate-related operational risks that 83% of global executives now cite as barriers to growth. Against this backdrop, ESG data has quietly become one of the most strategic intelligence assets an organization can possess. Consider what the data actually reveals. When companies systematically track their ESG performance, they're not just filling out disclosure templates, but mapping their exposure to climate risks, identifying supply chain vulnerabilities before they become crises, and quantifying resource inefficiencies that directly impact their bottom line. The paradox of our current moment is striking. While public discourse suggests sustainability is losing momentum, organizations are maintaining or increasing their sustainability investments. Why? Because the operational insights from ESG data deliver value regardless of regulatory requirements. The shift from voluntary to mandatory reporting isn't happening because bureaucrats enjoy paperwork. It's happening because transparency has become foundational to how capital flows, how supply chains function, and how businesses demonstrate resilience in an era of compounding uncertainty. The regulatory landscape will continue evolving. But the underlying business imperative (understanding your environmental and social dependencies, risks, and opportunities in an increasingly volatile world) isn't going anywhere. The question isn't whether ESG reporting adds value. It's whether organizations will use it strategically or treat it as an administrative burden. I've watched business leaders walk into meetings or workshops, skeptical of ESG "bureaucracy" and leave with a different question entirely. That shift was where value emerged. This is why I remain optimistic about sustainability in organizations, even as regulatory fatigue feels real. The frameworks are imperfect tools, yes. But they're tools that force conversations that should have happened already. They create space for teams to ask harder questions about resilience, dependencies, and long-term viability. In a world where geopolitical shocks and climate disruption are no longer hypothetical, that rigor is a competitive advantage. And, sometimes, clarity is the most underrated asset a business can develop. 😉 #ESGReporting #Omnibus #BusinessValue #Impact

Four Reports, One Purpose: Transparency. In today’s corporate world, “reporting” isn’t just about numbers — it’s about narratives, values, and impact. Yet, many still mix up CSR, ESG, Sustainability, and Annual Reports. Here’s how they differ: 🕒 Temporal Focus: CSR Report: Looks at the past — philanthropy and ethics. ESG Report: Focuses on the present — how companies manage Environmental, Social & Governance issues. Sustainability Report: Connects past, present & future — a holistic view of progress. Annual Report: Covers financial performance — past, present, and future forecasts. 🌱 Topics Covered: CSR ➜ Ethics, Environment, Community. ESG ➜ Measurable sustainability metrics. Sustainability ➜ Triple bottom line: People, Planet, Profit. Annual ➜ Finance, strategy, and growth. 👥 Audience: CSR ➜ Employees & local communities. ESG ➜ Investors & analysts. Sustainability ➜ All stakeholders. Annual ➜ Shareholders & the market. Key takeaway: CSR builds trust, ESG builds accountability, Sustainability builds resilience, and Annual Reports build transparency. Together, they tell the full story of a company’s impact — not just how much it earns, but how responsibly it operates. L.Filipe LeiteObongha-wani Oguni MNESAlejandra Cuéllar ArellanoFrancesco PerozzoZulkamal H. Zakaria #ESG #Sustainability #CSR #Reporting #CorporateTransparency #GreenBusiness #SustainableFinance #ResponsibleInvesting Image credit: Connect Earth

Are you tired of the sustainability conversation being dominated by vague promises and subjective reporting? Many businesses are spending substantial capital on ESG initiatives, yet when stakeholders—from investors to employees—demand concrete proof, the data often lacks the depth of a financial statement. This is not just a reporting shortfall; it is a fundamental threat to your organisation’s credibility. In an era defined by scepticism and rising greenwashing litigation, the currency of sustainability is no longer goodwill or intention—it is verifiable assurance. For your sustainable efforts to be taken seriously and funded properly, they must be auditable. At Sustainable Mindset, our core commitment is to help you bridge this gap. We believe that if you cannot measure the value created by a positive action with the same confidence you measure profit, that action will always be viewed as a vulnerable cost centre. This commitment to transparency and auditable impact is essential for business resilience. Here is what robust verification means for your bottom line: It De-risks Capital: When you can definitively prove that an investment in new sustainable practice contributes to cost reduction, reduced friction, or increased capital efficiency, you secure that funding for the long term. Verification moves your sustainable investments from the PR budget to the ROI column. It Secures Your Talent: Employees are looking for purpose that is supported by proof. When you can show them that their efforts are tied to verifiable impact metrics, you solidify their engagement. You turn cultural alignment into a strategic, measurable asset, reducing knowledge flight and building a more resilient, motivated workforce. It Builds Competitive Advantage: The businesses that move first to implement independently auditable standards for sustainable value creation will be the ones that attract superior financing, secure premium contracts, and satisfy increasingly strict global regulatory assurance requirements. Verification is the new, high barrier to entry. We work with leaders to help you engineer trust directly into your organisation’s operational framework. Stop letting market scepticism remove your hard-earned progress. If you are ready to move beyond subjective metrics and show your stakeholders the quantifiable, auditable return on your sustainable investment, let’s start a conversation about assurance. https://lnkd.in/ecD24g6B #Sustainability #Verification #ESG #AuditableImpact #BusinessIntegrity #SustainableMindset