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ergmeyer has achieved B Corporation (B Corp) certification, joining a growing movement of companies prioritizing the well-being of people and the planet alongside profit. Verified by B Lab, this recognition demonstrates Bergmeyer's commitment to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

    As a purpose-driven Design Collaborative, Bergmeyer's approach centers on leveraging interpersonal connections to improve lives and the world at large. The firm found a natural alignment with the global B Corp community in working together to create an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economic system. Collaboration is fundamental to Bergmeyer's way of connecting people and building community through open exchange.

    "Becoming a B Corp embodies our mindset of continuous improvement for the benefit of our people, clients, industries, and communities," said CEO Rachel Zsembery. "We're proud to join the B Corp community, united by shared values of transparency, equity, and sustainability."

    Bergmeyer achieved an impressive overall score of 101.8 points in the B Impact Assessment, far exceeding the minimum requirement. The firm demonstrated exceptional performance in Workers (36.2 points), Governance (21.3 points), and Community (24.8 points) – scoring higher than industry benchmarks.

    As a Certified B Corp, Bergmeyer joins over 9,000 companies globally, including Patagonia, Ben & Jerry's, and Warby Parker. These organizations share a common belief in the transformative power of collaborative communities using business as a force for good.

    "Becoming a B Corp demonstrates our commitment to living out the triple bottom line: considering community and environmental impact alongside profit," said Peter Nobile, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility. Bergmeyer's mission is to 'B the Change': using its resources to strengthen communities, advance equity, address climate change, and create design career opportunities for young people.