Hatch Mansfield has announced its certification as a B Corporation (or B Corp), joining a growing movement of companies that are reinventing business for the benefit of all people and our shared planet. Verified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, the achievement demonstrates that Hatch Mansfield meets high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability alongside a commitment to goals beyond shareholder value.
The certification process is rigorous, with applicants required to reach a benchmark score of over 80 while providing evidence of socially and environmentally responsible practices relating to energy supplies, waste and water use, worker compensation, diversity and corporate transparency. To complete the certification, the company will legally embed their commitment to purpose beyond profit in their company articles.
Hatch Mansfield is now part of a growing community of over 9,500 businesses globally that have certified as B Corps. The B Corp community in the UK is one of the largest and fastest-growing in the world, with over 2,400 companies spanning a range of different industries and sizes. Names include The Guardian, Innocent Drinks, Patagonia, Tony’s Chocolonely, The Big Issue, Elemis, and Sipsmith Gin.
As a B Corp in the wine industry, Hatch Mansfield are counted among businesses that are leading a global movement for an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.
Hatch Mansfield Director Mark Calver has championed the application and commented: “Since the very beginning, it’s been a core part of the Hatch Mansfield ethos to build our business in as responsible a way as possible.
“We’ve only ever partnered with wine producers who share our sustainable values and have worked hard to act responsibly as part of the global community in which we’re operating so are delighted to join the B Corp community. We’re looking forward to being part of this growing movement, leading the way in setting the highest of standards.”
Chris Turner, executive director of B Lab UK, said of Hatch Mansfield joining the B Corp Community: “We are delighted to welcome Hatch Mansfield to the B Corp community. This is a movement of companies that are committed to changing how business operates and believe business really can be a force for good. We know that Hatch Mansfield is going to be a fantastic addition to the community and will continue driving the conversation forward.”
Hatch Mansfield
UK specialists in premium wines made by independently owned wine companies, Hatch Mansfield was established in 1994 by Patrick McGrath MW and wine producers Louis Jadot, Errazuriz, and Villa Maria. The mission was clear from the start: to be UK specialists in
premium wines made by fiercely independent wine companies. Today this goal remains unchanged, now proudly representing 26 internationally acclaimed wineries with a 75-person strong team.
Hatch Mansfield are sole UK agents for A. G. Oatley, Arboleda, Caliterra, Champagne Taittinger, Cherubino, C.V.N.E., Domaine Carneros, Domaine Evremond, Errazuriz, Esk Valley, Esporão, Gaja, Joseph Mellot, Kleine Zalze, Leftfield, Louis Jadot, M. CHAPOUTIER, Résonance, Seña, Terroirs et Talents, Vidal, Villa Maria, Viñedo Chadwick, Visio Vintners, Wild Steps and Zuccardi.
B Lab UK
As part of this global non-profit network, B Lab UK’s purpose is to redefine success in business through building a community of engaged businesses, raising awareness of the B Corp movement and influencing change in the UK economy.
About B Corp Certification: B Corp Certification doesn’t just evaluate a product or service, it assesses the overall social and environmental impact of the company that stands behind it. To achieve B Corp Certification, a company must meet a score of at least 80 points on the B Impact Assessment, an evaluation of a company’s positive impact, and pass a risk review, an evaluation of a company’s negative impact; change their corporate governance structure to be accountable to all stakeholders, not just shareholders; and exhibit transparency by allowing information about their B Corp Certification performance to be publicly available on their B Corp profile on B Lab’s website. B Corps recertify every three years and once certified, are expected to increase their score over time as they progress towards becoming more equitable, inclusive and regenerative businesses.
