by Jill Poet | Feb 12, 2020 | Community, Environment, Ethics, General, Marketplace, Social Enterprise, Workplace
Imagine its spring. It’s getting warmer, the sun is shining more often and there are so many green shoots appearing. Imagine how they are going to look when they are in full bloom! Spring: a wonderful time of renewal and excitement for all that’s ahead of...
by Guest | Jul 1, 2019 | Ethics, General
Authenticity in marketing is increasingly important. Creating reliable and responsible content is crucial. There appears to be an increasing trend amongst business owners currently where ethical and responsible practice is just as important as the bottom line....
by Jill Poet | Mar 5, 2019 | General, Social Enterprise
What is a CIC? Just to be clear, a C.I.C. is a Community Interest Company which is one of several legal entities for social enterprises. A CIC operates as a business but has an underlying remit to operate for a social purpose. Additionally, CICs have an asset lock...
by Jill Poet | Mar 5, 2019 | General
We are delighted that we have been able to dramatically reduce ORB membership rates – not as a short-term special offer but permanently. And, of course, not just to new members but to existing members too. The starting point for ORB membership is now only £35 per...
by Jill Poet | Feb 15, 2019 | Community, Ethics, General
There are many ways that companies can put purpose at the heart of their business. Obviously not every company delivers direct services to the community, but nonetheless operating ethically and responsibly and making a concerted effort to support people – your...
by Editorial | Jun 20, 2018 | Ethics, General, Workplace
In the latest of our guest-posts, fellow #ORBMember Mike Jennings (of Jennings of Garsington Ltd) explains what prompted him to write a book all about how he has developed a highly valuable manner of business operation that is not just valuable in the sense of...
