Grade is now B Corp Certified

Why Grade is a Certified B Corporation™

Grade is proud to be a Certified B Corporation, part of a global community of businesses committed to balancing profit with purpose. This certification reflects our commitment to meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

What It Means to Be a B Corp

B Corp Certification, awarded by the non-profit organisation B Lab™, evaluates companies based on their impact on all stakeholders, including workers, customers, communities, and the environment. It’s a recognition of businesses that operate with integrity and purpose, ensuring positive outcomes for both people and the planet.

Why We Chose to Become a B Corp

At Grade, our mission has always been to create human-centred digital products that drive positive change. Becoming a B Corp aligns with our values and provides a transparent framework for holding ourselves accountable. It’s a way of ensuring that every decision we make and every project we deliver contributes to a sustainable, equitable future.

We prioritise partnerships that align with our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and collaborate with organisations that share our commitment to creating meaningful impact. B Corp Certification reinforces this dedication, offering our clients and partners the assurance that we’re not just talking about impact -we’re delivering it.

What It Means for Our Clients and Partners

For our clients and partners, working with a Certified B Corporation means collaborating with a team that:

• Demonstrates Proven Impact: Our work is evaluated to ensure it delivers measurable benefits for people and the planet.

• Operates Transparently: We openly share our performance and impact, fostering trust and accountability.

• Commits to Ethical Practices: We are legally bound to consider the impact of our decisions on all stakeholders, ensuring responsible governance.

This certification enhances our ability to deliver innovative digital solutions that are not only effective but also rooted in ethical and sustainable practices.

Continuing the Journey

Becoming a B Corp is not the end of the road - it’s the beginning of a continuous journey. As we grow and evolve, we remain committed to reassessing and improving our practices to ensure we consistently deliver on our promise of positive impact.

This certification serves as a reminder of what we stand for and the difference we strive to make in every project, partnership, and decision. At Grade, we’re proud to use business as a force for good. that has challenged and inspired us in equal measure. For any business, committing to the rigorous B Corp process was a big step, but it was one we felt was essential to make. This milestone is not just a badge; it’s a reflection of who we are, how we work, and the values that have driven Grade since day one.

When I founded Grade in 2012, it was with a simple mission: to do digital better. Working from a fold-out table in a cupboard, I was driven by a desire to create quality over quantity, while also crafting a life that allowed me to be present with my young family. There were no grand ambitions in those early days - just a belief that meaningful work, done well, could make a difference.

Fast forward to today, and that belief still guides us. We’ve grown into a team of incredible makers, building digital products that foster positive impact. Whether it's for big brands, not-for-profit organisations, government, corporates or founders, we apply our expertise with an irreverent spirit, crafting products that are as purposeful as they are functional. But growth has also brought responsibility, and with it, a need to reflect deeply on how we can use our success to contribute to a better world.

The B Corp certification process was daunting at times, a years-long journey requiring us to deeply examine every aspect of our business. It tested our resolve, stretched our thinking, and, ultimately, made us stronger. I want to acknowledge the extraordinary efforts of the Grade team in making this happen, particularly Justine Marino, who led the charge with tireless commitment, and Kristy Dare, whose expert counsel was instrumental throughout the process. To every single person at Grade: thank you. Your dedication and belief in what we’re building together made this possible.

For us, becoming a B Corp is about accountability. It’s a way of showing our clients, partners, and ourselves that we’re serious about the commitments we make. Whether it’s crafting user friendly products, building sustainable practices, or prioritising ethical partnerships, this certification holds us to the highest standards and ensures we remain aligned with our purpose.

But it’s also about impact. At Grade, we’ve always believed in doing work that matters, work that enriches not only our clients but the communities and environments they serve. Becoming a B Corp reinforces that belief, giving us a transparent framework to measure our progress and drive meaningful change together.

This achievement is just the beginning. We’re proud to join a global community of businesses proving that you can balance purpose with profit. And we’re excited to continue this journey with all of you - our clients, partners, and friends - who share our vision for a better way of doing business.

Here’s to the next chapter of doing digital better, together.

– Matt Bachle Founder, Grade