Welcome to the Business as a Force For Good Hub – a developing set of content to support you and your business in increasing your positive impact in the world, whether that be environmental, social or governance related.
The information pack linked below is designed to help local businesses on that journey, enabling a more secure future for the business community in and around Cirencester. The guide helps to demystify some of the terminology around environmental and social sustainability. It also signposts where you can get relevant support for your business.
Business as a Force for Good
Imagine a world where businesses don’t just strive for profit but also contribute positively to society and the planet. This idea – business as a force for good – is reshaping what it means to succeed in today’s economy. At its heart, it’s about creating value that goes beyond the balance sheet. It’s about using your business to solve real-world challenges, from reducing environmental impact to supporting local communities and improving lives.
Why should it matter to you? Because purpose-led businesses aren’t just good for the world – they’re good for business. Customers increasingly support brands that align with their values. Employees want to work for companies that stand for something meaningful. And investors are looking for long-term resilience, not just short-term gains.
This isn’t a passing trend; it’s a global movement. Businesses everywhere are stepping up, proving that profit and purpose go hand in hand. It’s about leaving a legacy you can be proud of – one where your success also benefits the world around you.
Ready to explore how your business can thrive while making a difference? Let’s dive in.
Resources
View the pack here.
We will continue to add recordings from any online events and share news of local sustainability initiatives.
Get Involved! PPP Events:
Join the vibrant community of sustainability enthusiasts in the Cotswolds through the People, Planet, Pint and People, Planet, Pastry events, which are free to attend. Both groups meet monthly at local venues and provide a fun and relaxed environment to share experience, learn from other local individuals and businesses, get support for your sustainability journey, as well as finding out about other local sustainability initiatives and events to get involved with. Check out our main events page for details of upcoming events.
For further information on Business as a Force for Good, please contact Nick Hunt: nick@murmurationpartners.co.uk
Videos of Past Events
May 2023
May Future Proof Your Business Lunch ‘n Learn webinar.
Howard Smith from the numbercrunchers gives 10 practical tips on how you and your business can make a difference for good. He’ll also explain why we should do it (Shareholder Economics with Donut Twist!).
Howard’s Powerpoint presentation is available here..
The Cirencester Chamber of Commerce Future Proof Your Business Initiative is designed to help local businesses improve their impact on the environment and society, thus enabling a secure and better future for the businesses community in and around Cirencester.
April 2023
April Future Proof Your Business Lunch n’ Learn webinar.
Alex Davies from Elephants Child shares why ESG (Environmental Social and Governance) matters and how you can make a start in your organisation.
The Cirencester Chamber of Commerce Future Proof Your Business Initiative is designed to help local businesses improve their impact on the environment and society, thus enabling a secure and better future for the business community in and around Cirencester.
March 2023
March Future Proof Your Business Lunch n’ Learn webinar.
Richard Wood from Wildwood Ecology joins the Cirencester Chamber team to share a fascinating insight into his work with a focus on biodiversity. We explore what is being done to address the restoration of biodiversity, plus how businesses can make a difference.
The Cirencester Chamber of Commerce Future Proof Your Business Initiative is designed to help local businesses improve their impact on the environment and society, thus enabling a secure and better future for the businesses community in and around Cirencester.