Benefit Corporations for Good

09/04/2026

What if the way we’ve designed business could be better?

In our latest podcast conversation with All American Why, we explore a question worth asking:

Have we designed capitalism in a way that reflects the values and outcomes we actually want to encourage?

At Benefit Corporations for Good, we believe business can be a powerful force for good — but intention alone isn’t enough. How we structure, measure, and hold businesses accountable matters.

This conversation dives into what it looks like to build a business that considers people, planet, and profit — and why the choices we make as business leaders can create impact far beyond the bottom line.

🎙️ Listen to the full conversation and join us in rethinking what business can do.

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09/02/2026

Two weeks away!!

Happy Hour for Good is back on Wednesday, September 16th, and this one’s personal.

Join us for an evening of real connection with purpose-driven leaders, featuring Tessa Bridge, author and coach, for an important conversation about sustainable leadership, social impact, and how the same passion that drives our missions can also lead to burnout.

📅 September 16 | 4:30–6:30 PM
📍 Pacific West Bank, Portland
✨ Come connect, recharge, and leave inspired.

Only 2 weeks to go — reserve your spot link in bio👇

09/01/2026

Doing good matters. Proving it matters, too.

Tom Hering recently joined Heidi Schalk on Business Growth Spotlight for a conversation about what it means to build a business around more than profit.

Many business owners are already making decisions with their people, communities, and the planet in mind. The challenge is making those values visible, credible, and accountable.

That’s where third-party certification comes in. It doesn’t create your values—it helps verify them.

The conversation explores how accountability and the triple bottom line can help purpose-driven businesses strengthen trust, stand out, and demonstrate that their commitments are more than words.

🎙️ Listen to the full conversation: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7496555471747719168/

08/26/2026

Happy Hour for Good is back!!

Join us on September 16th from 4:30–6:30 PM to hear from Tessa Bridge, author and coach and author of Do Your Part: Bold, Sustainable Leadership for Social Impact Leaders in a Time of Polycrisis.

We’ll talk about something purpose-driven leaders don’t talk about enough: how the very approach that makes us mission-driven can also burn us out.

Come connect with other values-aligned professionals, enjoy good drinks and even better company, and walk away with fresh ideas for leading with purpose—without losing yourself in the process.

📍 Pacific West Bank
1300 SW 5th Ave #900, Portland, OR 97201

RSVP at the link in bio 👇

08/13/2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: The PEAK Fleet

Meet Jen Coyne & Brian Stinson, co-founders of The PEAK Fleet!

Built around the values of Persistence, Empathy, Authenticity, and Kindness, The PEAK Fleet is helping organizations create workplaces where people, creativity, and diverse perspectives can thrive. 💙

Since becoming Benefit Corporations for Good certified in 2019, they’ve continued to rethink what business success can look like—balancing profit with people, planet, community, and meaningful work.

We’re proud to have The PEAK Fleet in our community and to celebrate businesses using their work as a force for lasting impact. 🌎✨

Are you a purpose-driven founder, business leader, or creative looking to build a business that reflects your values?

Take our free Values Alignment Assessment (link the bio)👇👇

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08/09/2026

Thank you, Kim Allchurch-Flick MIM MBA for such a rich conversation! I'm deeply honored to be on your podcast.

Your Mighty Measure podcast is doing real work — pulling insight from great leaders and putting perspectives in front of us we all need to hear now.

Tom Hering joins Kim Allchurch Flick for this episode of the Mighty Measure Podcast to discuss certifications, and the triple bottom line.

08/06/2026

Calling all Nonprofits! On Tuesday, September 22 from 5:30 - 8:30pm, connect with professionals who can help support and strengthen your organization.

Harvest Abundance is a relaxed, Fall-themed networking event that combines intentional 15-minute conversations with experienced service professionals and casual connection through games and open networking.

Register for free. https://www.eventbrite.com/o/narwhal-law-and-business-strategy-86998676433

08/05/2026

🚨 LAST CALL! 🚨

Tomorrow’s the day! Join us on August 5th from 12:00–1:00 PM PDT for an engaging conversation on AI & Impact with industry experts Kari Doherty, Michelle Hirons, and Karen Michael.

Learn how to use AI thoughtfully while maintaining the transparency, accountability, and trust that mission-driven businesses are built on.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to strengthen your AI strategy, you’ll leave with practical insights you can put to work.

🎟️ Reserve your spot now—registration closes soon! Link in bio!

08/05/2026

A classic at Newport Folk Festival a few years back😎

08/02/2026

Excellent conversation!

Our criminal justice system is complicated. It should be. Former Multnomah County District Attorney Mike Schmidt joins me to discuss prison, public safety, rehabilitation, and why these conversations deserve nuance, not just talking points. Listen on your favorite streaming service and please share far and wide!