Meyer Clinic becomes IMPACT CERTIFIED, Manchester's Advantage Report and RH Amar receive GroceryAid Award
Meyer Clinic gains IMPACT CERTIFIED status
Congratulations to Meyer Clinic after it was confirmed to have gained IMPACT CERTIFIED status.
The Meyer Clinic is a cosmetic and medical Clinic offering high quality treatments and care, including access to a private GP.
“We are delighted to have achieved FuturePlus certification and proud to be leading the way for more clinics to go further and solidify their commitment to long term sustainability goals. One thing that I am very grateful for is the high level of support, advice and guidance that FuturePlus provides.” - Annelize Meyer, Founder and Clinical Director, Meyer Clinic
The IMPACT CERTIFIED badge is awarded to all FuturePlus members on verification of a FutureImpact assessment, symbolising participation in a community of businesses focused on continual improvement across social and environmental impact.
The IMPACT CERTIFIED badge is designed to communicate:
- That you measure, manage and report on your sustainability performance and impact using the FuturePlus framework.
- That your sustainability impact and achievements have been third-party verified to the highest standards.
- That you are committed to progressing your sustainability performance in-line with a time-bound roadmap.
- Once your assessment has been verified, you can display the badge on any internal or external communications, such as website footers, email signatures, packaging, social media posts and more.
Manchester's 2025 Advantage Report
This week, we released Manchester's 2025 Advantage Report: Building a Resilient Business Ecosystem.
Together with Sustainable Ventures, we convened 15 leaders from across Manchester's innovation ecosystem - including manufacturers, financial institutions, tech startups, and academics - to explore how the region's £37bn tech ecosystem can drive sustainable growth.
🔎 Key finding: The biggest barriers aren't a lack of interest in sustainability but knowing what questions to ask and balancing short-term pressures with long-term goals.
We're sharing this report as an open-source reference to support collaboration across the Northern ecosystem.
What is inside the report:
- 10 practical recommendations anyone can use
- 4 key areas for building stronger businesses
- Real examples from business leaders
- Ways to work together across sectors
📥 Check out the report for the 10 actionable recommendations for 2025.
Sustainable Action Network in Hampshire
On Tuesday, we’re hosting, along with the Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, the inaugural Breakfast Roundtable of the Sustainable Action Network.
Join us for an exclusive breakfast roundtable hosted by the Chamber to explore how we can create a Sustainable Action Network to support our business community and link practical environmental and social action with better business practices.
📝 What to expect?
➕ A power breakfast with fellow Hampshire business leaders
➕ Real success stories from local businesses who've turned sustainability into savings
➕ Expert guidance on making three practical changes that matter
➕ Straight talk about sharing your journey without greenwashing
➕ A chance to shape Hampshire's business future as part of a community of like-minded businesses
📅 Date: Tuesday, 4 February
⏰ Time: 08:30 – 10:45
📍 Location: Fareham College, PO14 1NH
🔗 Register here.
RH Amar receive GroceryAid Award
It’s been a busy week for the team at RH Amar!
Firstly, a huge congratulations to the whole team on receiving the Bronze GroceryAid Award.
The award reflects the business’s commitment to supporting GroceryAid, a charity that provides vital support to colleagues across our industry.
This week also saw the launch of the 2025 RH Amar Catalogue.
The catalogue offers the chance to discover all the incredible brands RH Amar are proud to partner with.
From some of the UK’s most loved food names to smaller, specialist brands, RH Amar’s range offers genuine breadth and variety to meet the needs of customers.
Check out the latest catalogue here.
Clipper Ventures on the Business of Sustainability podcast
In the latest episode of our podcast, the Business of Sustainability, our co-founders and co-hosts Alexandra Smith and Mike Penrose welcome Laura Ayres, Managing Director of FuturePlus members, Clipper Ventures, the company behind the Clipper Race, the world’s longest yacht race.
Together, they explore Clipper Ventures' mission to drive positive change through adventure, collaboration, and innovation, while also addressing the challenges faced by the business and the wider industry.
Discover how Clipper Ventures uses FuturePlus to monitor its sustainability performance in real time, set ambitious goals, and track its progress.
Learn more about Clipper Ventures’ sustainability efforts here.
🎧 Listen in for insights on leadership, resilience, and sustainability in an ever-changing world.
Use the links below or search 'Business of Sustainability FuturePlus' on all major podcast platforms.
Spotify, Apple and Amazon Music
The Evolution of DEI - What's Next for Inclusion?
For the next Sustainable Futures Live series event in partnership with Sustainable Ventures and Maddyness, join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion that tackles one of the most debated topics in corporate sustainability and culture: The Future of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
We will explore the changes, controversies, challenges, and opportunities shaping companies, employees, and their stakeholders.
Speakers include:
- Jamila Brown: Former Head of Impact at Soho House
- Jonathan Hook: CHX Performance
- Mike Penrose: Co-Founder of FuturePlus
- Fran Fish: Head of People and Culture at Sustainable Ventures
Book your tickets here.