Vermont Nonprofits and State Partners to Promote BIPOC Cultural Events
The Vermont Arts Council is partnering with the Vermont Partnership for Fairness & Diversity, the Brattleboro Museum and Art Center, and the Vermont Department of Tourism and Marketing to spread the word about the incredible array of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) cultural experiences being coordinated by theaters, museums, galleries, libraries, parks, arts, community organizations and […]
United Way of Northwest Vermont Launches Mental Health Initiative with Community Partners
United Way of Northwest Vermont (UWNWVT), in collaboration with community partners, has launched a new Mental Health Initiative to align existing mental health resources, identify gaps in the system of care, and create a shared agenda as we work together to improve timely access to appropriate mental health services in our communities. Already one of […]
Chroma Technology Reduces Carbon Footprint with New Solar Project
Bellows Falls, VT- Chroma Technology is taking a critical step in reducing its carbon footprint with a new solar project just 20 minutes south of our Bellows Falls, Vermont manufacturing facility. Chroma partnered with Green Lantern Solar to develop a solar array that will produce approximately 950,000 kWh per year of clean, solar power. We […]
City Market Celebrates 20 Years in Downtown Burlington!
Burlington, VT – This February, City Market Onion River Co-op celebrates 20 years at their Downtown Store! Throughout the month, the Co-op will be celebrating with giveaways, pop-up outdoor events, and storytelling. Each Friday in February, Co-op staff will be giving out free warm beverages and treats from local vendors including Stewart’s Bakery, Krin’s Bakery, […]
Howard University Selects VEIC to Help Develop A Robust Sustainability Plan to Achieve Climate Goals
Howard University has selected VEIC and CustomerFirst Renewables to develop a robust, future-oriented 5-year campus Sustainability Plan. The creation of the Sustainability Plan will include dedicated engagement with students, faculty, and staff to elevate voices and encourage participation and stakeholder commitment throughout the process. The Sustainability Plan will align the university’s sustainability work with the […]
CeresMED Becomes VBSR Champion Member
Wellness innovator joins leading Vermont businesses for people, planet, and prosperity Burlington, VT – Today Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) announced that CeresMED has joined the organization’s core group of Champion Members. VBSR’s cohort of 22 Champion Members, which includes King Arthur Baking Company, Gardener’s Supply Company, Ben & Jerry’s, and Green Mountain Power, […]
Business Culture Consultants Celebrates 10 Years as Certified B Corp
Business Culture Consultants celebrates 10 years of being a Certified B Corp. As the fifth out of thirty-nine Vermont B Corporations, Owner Flip Brown has played an active role in the “business as a force for good” movement. Serving on the Host Committee for the national Champions Retreat held here in Vermont in 2014, acting […]
The Workforce Crisis is Complex – Bolstering Basic Needs Offers a Simple Solution
By Roxanne Vought, VBSR Executive Director As seen in the Caledonian Record, Manchester Journal, Mountain Times, Rutland Herald, Vermont Business Magazine and VTDigger Talk to any business owner today and you’ll likely hear the same refrain: they’re struggling to find workers. They’ve tried everything: raising wages, sign-on bonuses, creative recruitment strategies, and they still can’t […]
Governor Scott Recognizes Salvation Farms
Vermont’s Executive Department Recognizes Salvation Farms for lighting the way and being a ray of kindness and goodwill. In a letter dated December 21st 2021, Vermont’s Governor Phil Scott thanked Salvation Farms for its efforts to spread joy and kindness. Accompanying the letter was an official Executive Department Recognition for the organization’s work to reduce […]
TruexCullins Announces New Leadership Roles with Professional Business Associations
January 25, 2022 – Burlington, Vermont – TruexCullins, an architecture and interior design firm based in Burlington, is pleased to announce that three architects with the firm have been named to leadership positions with prominent business associations in 2022. These non-profit organizations serve the business and design communities on the statewide and national level. The […]
