B Local Illinois

Join bluedog this Thursday for a jam-packed half-day of learning the art and science of audience impact, aimed at helping you elevate your influence, create more momentum, and drive better outcomes in your day-to-day! Here are just a few of the benefits you’ll gain from the transformative mindsets and skillsets you’ll learn in this training: * Better diagnose how your (boss / key stakeholder / customer / etc.) makes decisions so you can craft your recommendation in a way that makes it an easier “Yes!” * Understand how to get ahead of potential barriers to what you’re trying to accomplish - and even convert your Detractors into Advocates. * Learn targeted techniques to help make your audience more naturally open and receptive to your message. * Get Bluedog’s top-favorite facilitators’ frameworks that you can apply immediately to better manage complex conversations and collaborative decision-making. There are still a handful tickets available, register now! https://lnkd.in/ecKNvyJ6 Thanks, Melissa Krchma, for sharing this opportunity with us!

A huge thank you so everyone who made our panel last night so memorable. It was a pleasure to be surrounded by our B Corp community to share stories of purpose and determination. Thanks to Pariveda for being the most welcoming hosts and providing an incredible spread from All Together Now. Thank you to our panel of speakers, Kristian A. Alomá, Ph.D., Melissa Krchma, Sunny Cheng, Brandon Rowold and our fearless moderator Natika Washington, MBA for sharing your journeys and commitment to the B Corp ethos. Your valuable insights into the challenges and successes you faced through the certification process and beyond, gave the entire room a reason to create change. Thanks to Emily Taub and the entire B Local Board for coordinating the event. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversation! Together, we can continue building a community that champions responsible business practices. Want to stay in the loop for our next event? Sign up for our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gTneQYCV #BCorp #SustainableBusiness #CommunityImpact #Networking

No panel is complete with an expert moderator to lead the charge! There are only a few tickets left and still time to sign up: https://lnkd.in/gGnj8ucH Meet... Natika Washington, MBA CEO & Founder TOBY Agency Natika is the founder of Tomorrow Owned By You (TOBY) agency, which was recently certified as a B Corp and delivers creative strategy and global talent representation, with a specific focus on driving equity by uplifting marginalized communities for economic growth and impact. She also joined the B Local IL board as our JEDI Chair earlier this year to help champion an inclusive ecosystem and workplace that embraces diversity, empowers underrepresented voices, and creates an environment where justice, equity, inclusion, and belonging are underscored throughout the local B Corp certified community. 

We are excited to showcase our final participant rounding out our esteemed panel. Register now to guarantee your spot: https://lnkd.in/gGnj8ucH Meet... Brandon Rowold Sr. Manager Talent Acquisition – Transportation and Supply Chain KeHE Distributors, LLC Brandon brings a unique perspective to talent acquisition, shaped by his 20-year journey in the transportation industry and at KeHE Distributors, a Certified B Corporation. Beginning as a truck driver, he gained firsthand experience in the transportation industry, fueling his passion for championing drivers and improving their work experiences. This passion led him to transition into talent acquisition 2.5 years ago, where he now leads transportation and supply chain recruiting efforts across the enterprise. Brandon believes that KeHE's B Corp status is more than just a certification; it's a reflection of the company's commitment to its people, its communities, and the planet. He sees this commitment as a powerful tool for attracting and retaining top talent who share these values, seeking candidates who not only possess the necessary skills but also demonstrate a commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Brandon actively contributes to his community by serving on the advisory board of the Salt and Light Coalition in Chicago, an organization dedicated to empowering individuals and transforming communities. This involvement aligns with his dedication to social impact and the values championed by B Corps. For Brandon, being part of a B Corp means actively participating in creating a better world, both within KeHE and in the broader community. He firmly believes that businesses can be a force for good, and he strives to build a workforce that reflects this belief, contributing to a more sustainable and equitable future for all.

It's this week! Starting off the countdown with another incredible panelist. Register now to guarantee your spot: https://lnkd.in/gGnj8ucH Introducing... Sunny Cheng Senior Manager, Pariveda Solutions Sunny is a senior manager and solutions architect at Pariveda Solutions, a technology consulting firm focused on developing people to their greatest potential. He has a background in software engineering, cloud architecture, and as a community activist in Washington, DC. He is a member of the B Local Mid Atlantic Steering Committee and helped lead Pariveda through it's initial B Corp Certification. Sunny firmly believes that a better world is possible - that it starts with our local communities, and that a responsible intersection of sustainability and technology is at the heart of it. Sunny is a big film buff and believes that there is no more effective storytelling than a good movie. 

Introducing another panelist who has made it his mission to invest in values and growth. Register now to guarantee your spot: https://lnkd.in/gGnj8ucH Meet... Kristian A. Alomá, Ph.D. Kristian Alomá is the CEO and founder of Threadline, a branding consultancy that leverages narrative psychology to help organizations build deeper, more meaningful relationships with their audiences. With over 20 years of experience in brand strategy and consumer research, Kristian has worked with global companies to uncover the stories that shape consumer behavior and decision-making. He holds a PhD in psychology, with a focus on how consumer identity and narrative influence brand loyalty. Kristian is also the author of Start with the Story, which explores how brands can connect with customers by aligning their values and experiences with the stories consumers tell themselves. His work blends behavioral economics, narrative psychology, and social science to create actionable insights that drive business success and foster lasting emotional connections with customers.

With only a week away from our next event, meet the panelists who will share their incredible journeys. Register now to guarantee your spot: https://lnkd.in/gGnj8ucH First up... Meet Melissa Krchma Director, Workplace & Digital Empowerment at Bluedog   Melissa sits in the balanced center of organizational culture philosophy and boots-on-the-ground reality to develop future of work concepts and resolve technical and functional challenges. She is a known nurturer of the values of the organization, brought to life by her work as a champion of inclusion and her role as the B Corp ‘B Keeper.’ Whether it be through her thoughtful one-on-one conversations or her commitment to tactically making sure Bluedoggers get what they need, Melissa is continually seeking ways to create community and build a workplace where each human is valued, celebrated, and given the space to flourish. Her presence at Bluedog inspires others to broaden their perspective, looking up, out, and beyond themselves to the wider world.   Melissa loves being anywhere outdoors with her husband and daughter drawing on her love for nature to fuel her belief in balance and mindfulness. Her personal philosophy, influenced by Stoic principles and Buddhism, inspires her to continuously strive for growth, both personally and within her team.

B Corp Illinois community, we’re launching our Engagement Survey! We'd love for you to take a couple minutes and complete the survey: https://lnkd.in/gyQJ38BY Your participation will help us create a more impactful and responsive environment for everyone, and we want to ensure your voice is heard in our planning for the years to come.

Interested in understanding more about B Corps and the certification process? If you've ever thought about what it takes to become a B Corp and the certification process, or you are wondering if it is the right fit for your organization, this is the event for you. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gMWTyqnE

Last night B Local Illinois had the pleasure of partnering with StoryStudio Words for Work to create a truly magical evening filled with connection and community. A huge thank you to Jill Pollack and Nancy Goldstein for hosting, facilitating and inspiring the group. Everyone who participated in the workshop walked away with effective storytelling principles, a keen insights framework, and tools on how to present their own stories in an engaging way! Did you enjoy this workshop? Let us know what you'd like to see for future workshops from B Local IL!