Businesses are increasingly evaluated on factors beyond their balance sheets. Jennifer Harrity explores the realm of sustainability and the unique role accounting firms play in offering this essential service, providing a comprehensive view of clients and their organizational health. We will define sustainability in the context of modern business and discuss its emergence as a significant disruptor. You will discover how accounting firms can integrate into this progressive landscape and gain insights into one of the fastest-growing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks: B Corporation certification.
Learning Objectives
• Recognize the non-financial insights that sustainability frameworks provide for a clearer understanding of an organization
• s health
• Identify how accounting is well suited to serve this exciting new area
• Determine if B Corp certification is right for your firm and your clients
Major Topics
• What Sustainability is in today
• s world and why a business owner should care
• How Sustainability Frameworks are starting to shift business
• Where accounting fits into the Sustainability and ESG puzzle
• The benefits of embracing Sustainability frameworks
• A focused look at B Corporation certification
