{"id":185217,"date":"2025-06-15T02:09:16","date_gmt":"2025-06-15T02:09:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/185217\/"},"modified":"2025-06-15T02:09:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-15T02:09:16","slug":"buzzworks-becomes-first-multi-venue-hospitality-business-in-scotland-to-achieve-b-corp-certification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/185217\/","title":{"rendered":"Buzzworks becomes first multi-venue hospitality business in Scotland to achieve B Corp Certification"},"content":{"rendered":"

Leading Scottish hospitality group Buzzworks<\/a> has officially become the first multi-venue hospitality business in Scotland to achieve B Corporation<\/a> certification.<\/p>\n

Joining a global movement of businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability to balance profit and purpose, Buzzworks earned its certification following an in-depth evaluation by B Lab, the nonprofit organisation behind the B Corp movement.<\/p>\n

Buzzworks Managing Director, Kenny Blair, who has been instrumental in leading the business through the rigorous certification process, said:<\/p>\n

\u201cAchieving B Corp Certification has been one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys we\u2019ve undertaken as a business. With our scale, it was no small task, but we were absolutely determined to make it happen.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt Buzzworks, we\u2019ve always believed in doing the right thing for our people, through industry-leading training and development initiatives, for the communities we operate in, by creating jobs and supporting local charities, and for the planet. Becoming a Certified B Corporation is a major step forward in our commitment to all three.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are incredibly proud of this achievement. It\u2019s a testament to the collective effort of our team and the values we live by every day at Buzzworks.\u201d<\/p>\n

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This certification reflects Buzzworks\u2019 long-standing commitment to social responsibility, sustainability, and ethical business practices. The company continues to work closely with a range of charities and community partners, while also taking significant steps to address its environmental impact \u2013 including a commitment to reduce waste and energy consumption.<\/p>\n

These efforts are underpinned by ongoing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) tracking to measure Buzzworks\u2019 progress and ensure continued accountability.<\/p>\n

The recognition comes on the back of another successful year for the family-owned business, with turnover rising 18% from \u00a329.9m to \u00a334.8m in 2024. This follows a major win at the prestigious Publican Awards \u2014 another first for a Scottish operator \u2014 and continued investment in growing its portfolio across Scotland.<\/p>\n

Buzzworks has ambitious plans to double the size of the business, bringing its award-winning culture and values to even more communities. Its three core values \u2014 Care with Flair, Grow Forward Together, and Value Every Voice \u2014 have shaped its B Corp journey and will continue to guide the company\u2019s future.<\/p>\n

Renowned for its industry-leading employee benefits, training and development, flexible working options, and wellbeing initiatives, Buzzworks remains committed to being a great place to work and grow.<\/p>\n

To learn more, visit www.buzzworksholdings.com<\/a> or follow Buzzworks Life on Facebook<\/a> and Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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