B Corp is a certification for for-profit companies that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability, aiming to use business as a force for good. Established in 2006 by the nonprofit network B Lab, the B Corp movement guides companies toward a stakeholder-driven model that balances profit with purpose, creating value for workers, communities, and the environment[1][2][4]. To become a B Corp, companies undergo the B Impact Assessment, a comprehensive evaluation measuring their impact on workers, community, environment, customers, and governance. Only companies that meet high thresholds of verified performance earn certification, which also requires legal commitment to stakeholder governance and public transparency of their impact[2][4][7]. This makes B Corp certification a credible, third-party validation that breaks through greenwashing and promotes genuine sustainability and social responsibility[4]. The movement has grown to include over 9,000 certified companies across more than 100 countries, representing a diverse range of industries. Notable B Corps include Patagonia, Kickstarter, Coursera, Warby Parker, and Allbirds[1][3][5]. These companies demonstrate a commitment to racial and climate justice, dismantling unjust systems while showing how for-profit companies can drive positive societal change[1]. B Corps tend to have a more equitable pay ratio (6:1 highest to lowest wage) compared to the global average (144:1) and are more likely to choose suppliers based on social and environmental criteria[2]. They also often outperform other emerging brands in competitive growth while maintaining a strong mission focus[2]. The B Corp movement is influential in business and technology sectors, appealing to employees and consumers who prioritize ethical and sustainable business practices. With increasing demand for corporate responsibility, B Corp certification represents a meaningful way for companies to demonstrate their dedication to impact alongside profit[3][4].