Leading Scottish hospitality group Buzzworks has officially become the first multi-venue hospitality business in Scotland to achieve B Corporation certification.
Joining a global movement of businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability to balance profit and purpose, Buzzworks earned its certification following an in-depth evaluation by B Lab, the nonprofit organisation behind the B Corp movement.
Buzzworks Managing Director, Kenny Blair, who has been instrumental in leading the business through the rigorous certification process, said:
“Achieving B Corp Certification has been one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys we’ve undertaken as a business. With our scale, it was no small task, but we were absolutely determined to make it happen.
“At Buzzworks, we’ve always believed in doing the right thing for our people, through industry-leading training and development initiatives, for the communities we operate in, by creating jobs and supporting local charities, and for the planet. Becoming a Certified B Corporation is a major step forward in our commitment to all three.
“We are incredibly proud of this achievement. It’s a testament to the collective effort of our team and the values we live by every day at Buzzworks.”
This certification reflects Buzzworks’ long-standing commitment to social responsibility, sustainability, and ethical business practices. The company continues to work closely with a range of charities and community partners, while also taking significant steps to address its environmental impact – including a commitment to reduce waste and energy consumption.
These efforts are underpinned by ongoing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) tracking to measure Buzzworks’ progress and ensure continued accountability.
The recognition comes on the back of another successful year for the family-owned business, with turnover rising 18% from £29.9m to £34.8m in 2024. This follows a major win at the prestigious Publican Awards — another first for a Scottish operator — and continued investment in growing its portfolio across Scotland.
Buzzworks has ambitious plans to double the size of the business, bringing its award-winning culture and values to even more communities. Its three core values — Care with Flair, Grow Forward Together, and Value Every Voice — have shaped its B Corp journey and will continue to guide the company’s future.
Renowned for its industry-leading employee benefits, training and development, flexible working options, and wellbeing initiatives, Buzzworks remains committed to being a great place to work and grow.
