Attendees will emerge inspired, connected with forward-thinking leaders, and replenished with new awareness, resources, and action steps to drive change.
35th Annual VBSR Conference
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Navigating Federal Policy Now
Access events and resources intended to support businesses in this moment, including information on DEI, ICE & Immigration, and Tariffs.
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VSBR's Advocacy
We harness the power of the business community to galvanize change in the Vermont State House toward a just, thriving, and transformative economy for all people and the planet.
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Join our network of values-led businesses and changemakers championing people, planet & prosperity.
Why VBSR?
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) is a statewide, nonprofit business association with a mission to leverage the power of business for positive social and environmental impact. For over 30 years VBSR has championed “business as a force for good” through education, networking, advocacy and thought leadership.
We are Vermont’s network of students, entrepreneurs, sole proprietors, small businesses, largest employers, policymakers, advocates, nonprofit organizations and inspired individuals – collectively working toward a just, thriving and transformative economy that works for all people and the planet.
Champion Members
VBSR Champions are corporate social responsibility icons. Brands around the globe look to Vermont industry leaders to learn how to lead successful businesses in a way that is good for their people and good for the planet, and these companies lead the way.
VBSR is one of the only places to get a comprehensive education on both the theory and practice of being a values-led business.
— Liz Schlegel, Champion Member The Alchemist
VBSR’s proven track record at the statehouse helps put our values into impactful, progressive public policy.
— Sascha Mayer, Champion Member Mamava
I encourage those interested in expanding personal awareness, belief systems and business expertise to take advantage of VBSR’s programming.
— Karen Lawson, Lawson’s Finest Liquids
We know how critical the business voice is – and how much influence is has. And particularly in Vermont it's become commonplace for companies to have a strong sustainability programs. Advocacy like VBSR’s is the next horizon for that.
— Kate Ogden, Seventh Generation
VBSR Events
Higher poverty communities and communities of color were disproportionately affected by the pandemic. The Vermont Law and Graduate School Center for Justice Reform has invited esteemed guest speakers Dr. Pedro Flores and Dr. Timothy Gallagher to join us in dialogue.
This virtual session will explore how communities that have experienced environmental devastation can use restorative practices to recover, rebuild, and heal.
Celebrating CCS: Our Work and Community - Awards Lunch '25 celebrates the work and people of CCS, and the community that makes it all happen.
Join us in celebrating B Corp Month by connecting with friends and colleagues at Lawson’s Finest Liquids in Waitsfield for an evening of networking, finger foods, and delicious drinks! March is B Corp Month, and we’ll celebrate by recognizing Vermont’s Certified B Corporations (the most per capita in the nation!) and the Vermont B Corp Collective, which serves as the official home for Vermont B Corps in partnership with B Lab.
VBSR News
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility, the statewide, nonprofit business association with a mission to leverage the power of business for positive social and environmental impact, is pleased to welcome three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors: Rooney Castle of Rhino Foods, Ashley Laporte of Burton, and Eliza Leeper of Vermont Creamery.
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) is pleased to announce that Ed Richters has joined the organization as Finance and Operations Manager. In this role, Richters supports VBSR’s efforts by advancing the organization’s mission through managing its financial and operations systems.
Efficiency Vermont has increased offers for businesses replacing equipment damaged by the 2023 and 2024 summer flooding.