Atlas FM becomes 100% employee owned

A huge congratulations to FuturePlus member Atlas Facilities Management on becoming 100% employee-owned, becoming the first company in the FM industry to transition to full employee ownership.

“Transitioning to 100% employee ownership is a proud and defining moment for Atlas. This move reflects our purpose of creating happiness for ourselves and others by giving every employee a real stake in our success. It strengthens our culture, drives innovation, and deepens our commitment to delivering exceptional service for our clients. We’re thrilled to lead the way in our industry.” - Chris Wisely, CEO, Atlas Facilities Management.

Employee ownership isn’t a new idea, but according to Harvard Business Review, it’s widely overlooked. The model has been shown to benefit not just workers but also owners. Research demonstrates that companies with broad-based employee ownership (at least 30% of shares held by a wide group of employees) outperform comparable companies, exhibiting higher productivity, faster growth, and greater longevity.

FuturePlus named in Elite Business Top 100 SMEs

We’re incredibly proud and excited to reveal we’ve been named an Elite Business 100 Finalist!

The EB100 list is ranked on a series of categories ranging from community engagement to innovation and growth.

The awards’ mission is to showcase excellence within the UK's SME community, with the final rankings and winners being announced on 12th March at the celebratory and awards evening.

The Business Green Awards

The Business Green Awards are back for 2025 to celebrate the best of the country’s pioneering businesses driving a greener economy.

The awards, held on the 11th of June in London, will spotlight some of the most exciting, inspiring, and innovative companies, projects, and campaigns operating in the UK today. For our FuturePlus members, we know how hard you work to integrate sustainability into your operations.

Many deserve recognition, and the good news? It’s not too late to enter for this year’s Awards. There are 29 categories to choose from, including, Hospitality Firm of the Year, Manufacturer of the Year and Small Business of the Year.

And don’t forget to reach out to your FuturePlus Advisor if you want to chat about how to make the most of your sustainability intelligence.

Deadline: Friday, 28 February 2025 (5pm) Good luck!

Football Foundation-backed Club committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all

FuturePlus member, The Football Foundation, this week re-shared the story of Nottingham Lions, a football club which has grown from a casual kickabout in a park to a thriving club with nearly 80 members.

Nottingham Lions FC, which competes in the GFSN League, the world’s only national LGBTQ+ football league, is committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all, regardless of gender, ability, or background.

Thanks to a £591k Football Foundation grant, the club has benefited from top-class facilities, helping to attract new players and grow its community year after year.

Beyond football, the club is making a real difference through charity work, supporting organisations like Notts LGBT+ Network, and hosting the annual Football v Homophobia tournament in Nottingham.

Discover more here.

Our IMPACT CERTIFIED Hotels Guide

Earlier this week, we launched our IMPACT CERTIFIED Hotels Guide, a comprehensive resource for understanding how the sustainability hospitality industry is evolving to meet the demands of eco-conscious travellers.

The guide explores the importance of sustainability in the hospitality industry and highlights success stories, including how IMPACT CERTIFIED hotels have collectively achieved over 750 sustainability goals.

Download the guide here.

Thriving in High-Demand Environments webinar

Register for our 60-minute free and interactive webinar with Jonathan Hook FRSA, Director of Learning & Coaching at CHX Performance, to discover strategies for thriving under pressure and balancing high performance with well-being.

Date: Thursday, 27th February at 12pm UK time
Location: Virtual via Teams

The session will explore how to balance the pressures of high demand work environments with well-being, essential skills to maximise capacity for long-term performance, and will suggest processes to prevent burnout and maintain sustainable success.

Register here.