B Corp

Kin is quietly proud to be the first recruitment company in New Zealand to certify as a B Corp. We’re part of a growing movement both here and around the world, of businesses that are striving to balance profit with purpose.

So what does that mean exactly?
It means that we have been independently assessed and audited and meet “high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency”. It means that an independent global body has awarded us a certification that represents the very real work we put in to upholding our values.

What is a B Corp?
Businesses in the B Corp network are forces for good, not just for profit. They’re redefining what it means to be successful. This means deeply considering worker wellbeing, environmental impact, transparency, inclusivity and sustainability. To be B Corp certified, businesses must earn a B Impact score of greater than 80, which is given after a rigorous screening process. Kin’s score was 112.5, something we are incredibly humbled to have achieved.

Why is being a B Corp important to us?
The Kin team are so proud to join other Kiwi greats like Ethique, Allbirds, and Sharesies in this growing movement, along with some of our incredible clients like Method, Tax Traders, and Brightly. While many of our practices were already in place, Kin is a much better business because of the accreditation process. The B Corp framework has given us a north star to anchor our values and business practices on. And this is just the beginning. The B Corp framework is designed for continuous improvement and we’re here for the long haul.