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Wednesday, September 16
 

8:00am EDT

🏛️ PLEASE READ: Welcome to BLD Southeast: Building a Monumental Movement 🏛️
Wednesday September 16, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Hello, and welcome to BLD Southeast 2026! We are so excited to welcome you to Washington D.C, September 16th & 17th. Within our full schedule, you'll find a treasure trove of information about how you can make the most of your week with the B Corp community.Take a moment to explore the week's agenda, discover sessions that spark your curiosity, and add your favorites to your personal schedule...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

9:00am EDT

Breakfast and Networking Meetup
Wednesday September 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Western Market
Kick off your morning in DC with an easy, no-pressure way to connect with fellow B Corp folks. We’ll also have a few friendly faces from B Lab and/or nearby B Corps across the Mid-Atlantic on hand to help spark conversations and make connections! This is a great activity if you want a casual way to meet others and open to anyone who wants to swing by. Breakfast not provided by BLD, please pay...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Western Market 2000 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006
  Networking

9:00am EDT

Capitol Tour with Bart Houlahan (1 of 2)
FULL
Wednesday September 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Longworth House Office Building
Limited Capacity full
This is one of two events with Bart Houlahan, please only sign-up for one.Attendees will meet outside the Longworth House Office Building to begin a tour of the U.S. Capitol with Bart Houlahan, one of the founders of B Lab. This will be unlike any typical Capitol tour because Bart has special access as the spouse of Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan! Bart will start the tour by taking BLD Southeast...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am EDT
Longworth House Office Building 1 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
  Excursion

10:15am EDT

National Museum of African American History & Culture
FULL
Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
National Museum of African American History & Culture
Limited Capacity full
BLD has reserved up to 20 tickets for attendees to visit the National Museum of African American History & Culture. Attendees are welcome to explore the museum at their own pace alongside fellow conference-goers. Click here to visit the current exhibitions at the museum and here for the museum maps.After your visit, be sure to check out the Sweet Home Café for lunch, located in the National...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
National Museum of African American History & Culture 1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560
  Excursion

10:30am EDT

Capitol Tour with Bart Houlahan (2 of 2)
FULL
Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Longworth House Office Building
Limited Capacity full
This is one of two events with Bart Houlahan, please only sign-up for one.Attendees will meet outside the Longworth House Office Building to begin a tour of the U.S. Capitol with Bart Houlahan, one of the founders of B Lab.This will be unlike any typical Capitol tour because Bart has special access as the spouse of Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan! Bart will start the tour by taking BLD Southeast...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Longworth House Office Building 1 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
  Excursion

10:30am EDT

Gabs & Grabbers (Clean Up)
Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Lace up your walking shoes and join Nathan Stuck from Profitable Purpose Consulting and a local DC organization for a morning of good conversation and service. We'll gab and will grab litter along the way. It's a great chance to connect with fellow attendees, get some fresh air, and give back to the community that's hosting us. Exact meeting location to be announced soon, so stay tuned.
Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
  Excursion

10:30am EDT

Pamper in Provence with L'Occitane
FILLING
Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
L'Occitane en Provence
Limited Capacity filling up
Join L'Occitane for "Pamper in Provence," an immersive self-care experience featuring personalized, head-to-toe beauty consultations. Using an innovative skin-scanning tool, L'Occitane's team will assess each guest's unique skin and beauty needs, offering tailored recommendations across skincare, body care, hair care, and fragrance. Guests can enjoy complimentary mini-facials, customize their own...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
L'Occitane en Provence 3106 M St. NW Washington DC 20007
  Excursion

12:30pm EDT

Lunch
Wednesday September 16, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Longsworth Cafeteria, Sweet Home Café, or Compliments Only
Below are some recommendations for lunch on Wednesday, September 16th. Option #1: Longsworth CafeteriaJoin Bart Houlahan for lunch at the Longsworth Dining Hall. The group will get lunch and sit outside to eat and converse. Anyone is welcome, regardless if you joined Bart on a Tour of the Capitol. Expect a casual, cafeteria-style experience with lower prices. Option #2: Sweet Home...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Longsworth Cafeteria, Sweet Home Café, or Compliments Only
  Lunch

3:00pm EDT

National Portrait Gallery Tour
Wednesday September 16, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
National Portrait Gallery
Join fellow attendees for a free tour of the National Portrait Gallery, focused on the Highlights of the Collection. This one starts promptly at 3:00 PM, so please don't be late. Docent-led tours are subject to availability — if a docent isn't available, or if you'd simply prefer to explore on your own, free digital audio tours are also available.Current Exhibitions at the National...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
National Portrait Gallery 8th and G Streets NW Washington, DC 20001
  Excursion

3:30pm EDT

Black History Walking Tour - PAID EXCURSION
Wednesday September 16, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ben's Chili Bowl
This is a paid excursion and limited spots are available. Please click here to pay and sign up. This tour will be approximately 1.5 hours long. Here's what you can expect: View one-of-a-kind murals featuring notable Black history makers like Duke Ellington, Harriet Tubman, Barack Obama, and more. Learn about the jazz and cultural renaissance that shaped today's African American...
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 3:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ben's Chili Bowl 1213 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
  Excursion

5:00pm EDT

BIPOC Happy Hour (sponsored by B Lab!)
LIMITED
Wednesday September 16, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Busboys and Poets
Limited Capacity seats available
Those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, you’re invited to meet up after the Black History Walking Tour at Busboys and Poets for a BIPOC Happy Hour sponsored by B Lab! If you did not attend the tour but still identify as part of the BIPOC community, you're also invited to join the BIPOC Happy Hour! What to expect:Private room Drinks and light snacks Brief remarks...
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Sponsors
avatar for B Lab
Wednesday September 16, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
  Happy Hour

6:30pm EDT

Opening Reception
Wednesday September 16, 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - 5th Floor
Join us on the 5th floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library (in their Event Space and on their Rooftop Terrace) to kick off BLD Southeast at one of Washington, DC’s most beloved institutions.What to expect:RegistrationComplementary food and beverage Live music (TBD) Networking and lively conversation!While at the opening reception, take a moment to enjoy an exhibit at the MLK Jr....
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Wednesday September 16, 2026 6:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - 5th Floor 901 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001
  Reception
 
Thursday, September 17
 

7:30am EDT

Sponsors - Marketplace Setup
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30am - 8:00am EDT
Continental Ballroom
Enter the front doors of George Washington University Student Center (on 21st street) and take the elevators to the third floor. 

If you’re a sponsor and have been promised a marketplace table, please join us in the Continental Ballroom to get your marketplace table set up! 
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:30am - 8:00am EDT
Continental Ballroom

8:00am EDT

Breakfast & Registration
Thursday September 17, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
The George Washington University, Student Center, 3rd Floor
Enter the front doors of George Washington University Student Center(on 21st street) and take the elevators to the third floor. Join us for breakfast and registration!  If you haven't already picked up your conference badge, you can do so here at the opening reception. Breakfast will be held in the Continental Ball room. Breakfast is provided by DC Vegan and includes assorted breakfast...
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Thursday September 17, 2026 8:00am - 8:45am EDT
The George Washington University, Student Center, 3rd Floor 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Registration

8:45am EDT

Opening Remarks
Thursday September 17, 2026 8:45am - 9:00am EDT
Grand Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen

Elected to the United States Senate by the people of Maryland in November 2016, Chris Van Hollen is committed to fighting every day to ensure that our state and our country live up to their full promise of equal rights, equal justice, and equal opportunity.

Senator Van Hollen believes that every child deserves the opportunity to pursue their dreams and benefit from a quality education, and that anyone willing to work hard should be able to find a good job. That's why his top priorities include creating more and better jobs, strengthening... Read More →
avatar for Raj Aggarwal

Raj Aggarwal

President, Provoc

Thursday September 17, 2026 8:45am - 9:00am EDT
Grand Ballroom 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Main Stage

9:00am EDT

Keynote
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Grand Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Aurora Archer

Aurora Archer

CEO + Founder, The Opt-In

Thursday September 17, 2026 9:00am - 9:15am EDT
Grand Ballroom 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Main Stage

9:15am EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:15am - 9:25am EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 9:15am - 9:25am EDT
  Break

9:25am EDT

From Readiness to Responsibility: An AI Readiness Workshop for Purpose-Driven Companies
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 302
Every leadership team is having the same quiet conversation. "We know AI matters. We're using it in pockets. But is it actually moving us forward, or are we just busy?" For B Corps there's a second layer. Doing it in a way that protects stakeholders, upholds transparency, and stays true to the mission.This working session turns that question into a plan. Building on the Ethical AI conversations...
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Speakers
avatar for Jonathan Will

Jonathan Will

Director of Strategic Partnerships, GadellNet
Jonathan Will works for GadellNet, a certified B Corp IT, cybersecurity, and strategic consulting company, leading the growth of the Colorado market and new markets. He is passionate about business, community involvement, and service. He served on the board of B Local Colorado and... Read More →
avatar for Tiffany Lentz

Tiffany Lentz

Managing Vice President, Pariveda

I lead our Purposeful Profit Office, enterprise Social Impact, NPO strategy, JEDI, and B Corp Certification. I’m a storyteller and love sharing stories of business operating for good! 
avatar for Jahari Soward-Weaver

Jahari Soward-Weaver

CEO, NPursuit Career Partners
Jahari Soward Weaver is a responsible AI adoption and workforce transformation strategist, speaker and coach. As Founder and CEO of NPursuit Career Partners, a talent solutions company with a social impact model, she helps organizations prepare their people, operations and governance... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 302
  Session, Breakout

9:25am EDT

Protecting the Mission: Practical Climate Risk Strategies for B Corps
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 301
B Corps are built to deliver positive impact, but climate change can disrupt the people, places, suppliers, and systems that make that work possible. This interactive workshop will help participants think through the physical and transition risks most likely to affect mission-driven businesses, from flooding, extreme heat, and supply chain disruption to insurance pressure, customer expectations,...
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Speakers
avatar for Grace Cook

Grace Cook

Climate Risk Lead, Ramboll
Grace is a climate strategy and risk advisor at Ramboll, where she helps companies and asset owners assess climate-related risks, respond to evolving disclosure requirements, and build more resilient business strategies. Her work focuses on translating complex climate risk information... Read More →
avatar for James McCann
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 301
  Session, Workshop

9:25am EDT

Radical Inclusion: Aligning Your Digital Presence with Your Inclusion Commitments, Legal Requirements, and B Corp V2 JEDI Standards
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 307
Your brand is a B Corp because you believe in a world that works for everyone. But is your digital "front door" locked for 1 in 4 people who want to be your customer?In the B Corp world, we don’t just check boxes; we break barriers. Unfortunately, many small business owners are unaware of the website accessibility barriers that mean 25% of your potential customers cannot buy from you.Equally...
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Speakers
avatar for Denise Pane

Denise Pane

CEO & Founder, Access Design Studio
Denise Páne is the CEO and Founder of Access Design Studio. Access Design Studio helps mission-driven, sustainable brands make their websites accessible—thus aligning their digital experiences with their sustainability and inclusion commitments and the new V2 JEDI standards.

De... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 307
  Session, Breakout

9:25am EDT

Why Should Anyone Choose You? How Purpose-Driven Businesses Win Better Clients at Better Prices
Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 308
Most purpose-driven businesses sound the same. "We care about people and planet" stopped being a differentiator years ago. They end up competing on price because they haven't earned the right to charge more. The workshop: A 60 to 90-minute interactive session where participants sharpen how they talk about what makes their business different. We teach the karmadharma positioning framework, then...
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Speakers
avatar for Peter Georgariou

Peter Georgariou

Founder/CEO, karmadharma

Thursday September 17, 2026 9:25am - 10:25am EDT
Room 308
  Session, Workshop

10:25am EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:25am - 10:35am EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 10:25am - 10:35am EDT
  Break

10:35am EDT

From Proof to Power: Building the Infrastructure for Systems Change
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 301
This session will explore a central question for the B Corp and sustainable business community: Now that we've spent the last two decades proving that stakeholder-oriented business works, what will it take to translate that proof into durable systems change?Panelists will discuss the policy, civic, economic, and movement infrastructure needed to move beyond individual company leadership and toward...
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Speakers
avatar for George Chmael II

George Chmael II

CEO & Founder, Council Fire

avatar for Shaibya Dalal

Shaibya Dalal

Senior Director, Policy Research & Development, PolicyLink

avatar for Holly Ensign-Barstow

Holly Ensign-Barstow

Co-Executive Director, B Lab U.S. & Canada

avatar for Abby Maxwell

Abby Maxwell

Policy & Advocacy Manager, ASBN
Abby Maxwell is the Policy & Advocacy Manager at the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), where she works on the development of advocacy initiatives, such as Advocacy 101 training for business leaders focused on sustainability and climate policy.  Since joining the organization... Read More →
avatar for J. Dontrese Brown

J. Dontrese Brown

Community Development Executive | Ecosystem Architect | Educator, Hidden in Plain Site (HiPS™)
J. Dontrese Brown is a Community Development Executive and Opportunity Ecosystem Architect who designs and aligns cross-sector partnerships, systems, and strategies that create opportunity and help communities thrive. His work sits at the intersection of community health, economic... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 301
  Session, Panel

10:35am EDT

Impact Capital Right for You — and Are You Ready for It?
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 307
Impact Investing Workshop touching on some combination of the following topics:
(1) The Impact Capital Landscape: Who's Out There and What Do They Want?
(2) Debt vs. Equity vs. Everything In Between
(3) Not Quite Ready? Building Toward Investor Criteria
(4) From Conversation to Term Sheet: Navigating the Relationship with Impact Investors
Speakers
avatar for Michael Whelchel

Michael Whelchel

CEO, Big Path Capital
Michael Whelchel is Founder and CEO of Big Path Capital (www.bigpath.com) – a leading boutique investment bank working with positive impact companies and funds in capital raises and exits / liquidity events. Founded in 2007, Big Path Capital has developed one of the largest networks... Read More →
avatar for Cortney Mukushi

Cortney Mukushi

Partner, ImpactGC
avatar for Yrenilsa Lopez

Yrenilsa Lopez

Managing Director, Momentus Capital

avatar for Elizabeth Seward

Elizabeth Seward

Momentus Capital

avatar for Michael Jones

Michael Jones

RSF | Regenerative Social Finance
As RSF’s Vice President of Lending Business Development, Michael Jones manages RSF’s business development, oversees the relationship management team, and works with strategic lending partners. He is a graduate of Morehouse College in Atlanta and attended graduate school at NYU... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 307
  Session, Panel

10:35am EDT

Keeping Your People When Budgets are Stretched and Attention Fractured
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 308
You already chose the harder path in how you build your business: better systems, more human, less, less extractive. The question is whether you're choosing it in how you lead your people,  now that every choice is under more pressure.Budgets are tight and attention is pulled in multiple directions, and work becomes more transactional — “just this one emergency,” “just until we get...
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Speakers
avatar for Lia James

Lia James

CEO / Facilitator, &Human
Lia James designs spaces where people move past surface-level exchange into something more honest and generative. She's the founder of &Human, a connection design studio working in live gatherings, film, and participatory training that help teams and communities build trust on purpose.Her... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 308
  Session, Workshop

10:35am EDT

Using Your Purchasing Power: Supply Chain Engagement as Collective Action
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 302
B Corp V2.1 raises the bar on collective action, including how companies engage their supply chains. Grove Collaborative and Ecolytics explore how connecting service providers with your supply chain creates measurable impact, and how companies of any size can use their purchasing relationships to drive sustainability outcomes beyond their own operations. 
Speakers
avatar for Hazel Horvath

Hazel Horvath

Founder & CEO, Ecolytics
Hazel Horvath is the founder and CEO of Ecolytics, a software platform that helps companies build data-driven sustainability programs, specializing in working with B Corps to streamline the rigorous certification process. With a background in global sustainability analysis and a degree... Read More →
avatar for Kaley Cross

Kaley Cross

Sustainability Manager, Grove Collaborative
Kaley Cross serves as Sustainability Manager at Grove Collaborative, where she leads a variety of sustainability initiatives focused on advancing both human and environmental health. With a career dedicated to circular economy solutions, plastic reduction, and corporate sustainability... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 10:35am - 11:35am EDT
Room 302
  Session, Breakout

11:35am EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 11:35am - 11:45am EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 11:35am - 11:45am EDT
  Break

11:45am EDT

Lunch
Thursday September 17, 2026 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT
Continental Ballroom
Join us for a delicious lunch provided by DC Vegan! Please see the tentative menu below. We'll also have sparkling water provided by Open Water (B Corp) as well as craft soda from Devil's Foot (B Corp). Once you've grabbed your food feel free to eat in the Grand Ballroom, in the Networking Room, or on the terrace (weather permitting). Classic Hoagie Sandwich PlatterProsciutto,...
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Thursday September 17, 2026 11:45am - 12:45pm EDT
Continental Ballroom
  Lunch

12:45pm EDT

Mini Keynote: 1% for the Planet
Thursday September 17, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Kate Williams

Kate Williams

CEO, 1% for the Planet

Thursday September 17, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm EDT
Grand Ballroom 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Main Stage

1:00pm EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:00pm - 1:10pm EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 1:00pm - 1:10pm EDT
  Break

1:10pm EDT

Beyond the Statement: Building Structural Solidarity That Pays Off Before, During, and After a Crisis
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 308
When social/political flashpoints hit, most companies scramble to figure out what to say and do in the moment, often getting it wrong. This interactive workshop gives B Corps and mission-driven businesses a practical framework for building structural solidarity before a crisis arrives, so that when something happens, the organization already has proof to point to, not just a statement....
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Speakers
avatar for August M Ball

August M Ball

Founder/Lead Consultant, Cream City Conservation & Consulting LLC
August M. Ball is the founder of Cream City Conservation, the first Black woman-owned business in Wisconsin to earn B Corp certification, working at the intersection of organizational development and environmental conservation. With over 20 years in youth program management and a... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 308
  Session, Workshop

1:10pm EDT

Buy, Build, Share: A Practical Workshop on Mission-Driven M&A and Employee Ownership
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 307
Mission-driven companies are under pressure to grow, collaborate, and survive in a consolidating economy. But many founders and operators still think of M&A as something that happens to them, not something they can use intentionally.This workshop reframes M&A as a practical tool for mission-aligned growth, succession planning, employee ownership, and community wealth preservation.Rather than a...
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Speakers
avatar for Hannah Sandmeyer

Hannah Sandmeyer

Founder & CEO, Up & Over Advisors / Steward Market
Hannah Sandmeyer is the Founder and CEO of Up & Over Advisors, the first Certified B Corporation in the world dedicated exclusively to values-aligned M&A sourcing, and the founder of Steward Market, a live marketplace for ethical business transitions. She also co-hosts Ethical Exits... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 307
  Session, Workshop

1:10pm EDT

From B Impact to Certification: Demystifying the Audit Process
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 301
This interactive workshop provides a practical, end-to-end walkthrough of the B Lab certification and audit process—from submitting evidence in the B Impact Assessment to certification decision and ongoing audit cycles.The session goes beyond a traditional presentation by incorporating real-world scenarios and interactive breakouts. Participants will gain a clear understanding of what to expect...
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Speakers
avatar for Cheryl Ross

Cheryl Ross

Sr. Technical Specialist - B Lab, SCS Global Services
Cheryl is an auditor within the SCS B Lab certification program, responsible for conducting audits and evaluating company performance against B Lab requirements. She works closely with clients to assess evidence, identify non-conformities, and support the certification process through... Read More →
avatar for Bonnie Holman
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 301
  Session, Breakout

1:10pm EDT

One Team. Every Generation. Creating workplaces where people feel valued, connected, and inspired
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 302
Multi-generational friction starts when expectations go unspoken. This workshop gives leaders and employees the tools to communicate, set, and understand what they need from each other — so every generation can thrive.It's an interactive, energetic, and fun workshop designed to spark real conversation, challenge assumptions, and create genuine connection across every generation in the room....
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Speakers
avatar for Karina Muller

Karina Muller

Founder, Maripossa Wellness
Founder of Maripossa Wellness, with extensive expertise in health, wellness, stress management, and leadership development. Respected corporate educator and facilitator.
avatar for Barb Agoglia

Barb Agoglia

Founder, FreshEyesOn Consulting
Founder of FreshEyesOn Consulting with 18+ years in product, brand, and marketing leadership at American Express. Certified public speaker and facilitator.
Thursday September 17, 2026 1:10pm - 2:10pm EDT
Room 302
  Session, Panel

2:10pm EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:10pm - 2:20pm EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 2:10pm - 2:20pm EDT
  Break

2:20pm EDT

Congressional Plenary: Building the Conditions for Shared Prosperity
Thursday September 17, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Grand Ballroom
For more than two decades, the sustainable business movement has shown that companies can build lasting value for shareholders, workers, communities, and the environment. The B Corporation movement now includes thousands of certified companies operating across more than 100 countries and 160 industries. Stakeholder-focused business is no longer merely aspirational; it is a demonstrated business...
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Speakers
avatar for U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan

U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan

Houlahan is an Air Force veteran, engineer, entrepreneur, educator, and nonprofit leader. She is serving her fourth consecutive term representing the people of Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District, which encompasses Chester County and southern Berks County. Houlahan is the... Read More →
avatar for U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin

U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin

Rep. Jamie Raskin proudly represents Maryland’s 8th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Raskin was sworn into his fifth Term at the start of the 119th Congress on January 6, 2025. 
Rep. Raskin is the Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary in the 119th Congress. Elected to Congress the same night in 2016 Donald Trump was first elected president, Rep. Raskin has battled Trump’s authoritarian policies daily for a decade. He was named the... Read More →
avatar for Aurora Archer

Aurora Archer

CEO + Founder, The Opt-In

avatar for George Chmael II

George Chmael II

CEO & Founder, Council Fire

Thursday September 17, 2026 2:20pm - 3:20pm EDT
Grand Ballroom 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Main Stage

3:20pm EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:20pm - 3:30pm EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 3:20pm - 3:30pm EDT
  Break

3:30pm EDT

Conscious AI Adoption: People, Planet, Governance
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 302
Most organizations are adopting AI faster than they are thinking about it. Tools arrive, teams experiment, workflows quietly reshape themselves—and the questions that matter get asked after the fact, if at all. This panel is an invitation to pause and ask them now, while the choices are still open.We'll examine the impact AI is having on two fronts: on people and on the planet. On the people...
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Speakers
avatar for Hazel Horvath

Hazel Horvath

Founder & CEO, Ecolytics
Hazel Horvath is the founder and CEO of Ecolytics, a software platform that helps companies build data-driven sustainability programs, specializing in working with B Corps to streamline the rigorous certification process. With a background in global sustainability analysis and a degree... Read More →
avatar for Kaley Cross

Kaley Cross

Sustainability Manager, Grove Collaborative
Kaley Cross serves as Sustainability Manager at Grove Collaborative, where she leads a variety of sustainability initiatives focused on advancing both human and environmental health. With a career dedicated to circular economy solutions, plastic reduction, and corporate sustainability... Read More →
avatar for David Shove-Brown

David Shove-Brown

Partner, //3877
David Shove-Brown is the co-founder and partner of Washington D.C.-based, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm //3877. As co-founder of //3877—named in the Washington Business Journal's ‘Best Places to Work’ for three consecutive years, and the only D.C.-based architecture... Read More →
avatar for Jed Fiato

Jed Fiato

Principal Consultant, E4 Consulting
Jed Fiato is a Principal Consultant at E4 Consulting with expertise in organizational and
community resilience, focusing on preparedness, substance misuse prevention, mental
health, and employee well-being. Over his 15-year career spanning federal government,
consulting, and the non... Read More →
avatar for Whitney Hayes

Whitney Hayes

Senior Market Research Strategist, Human8
Whitney Hayes is a trained sociologist with research experience in academia, nonprofit, and industry sectors. Her specialty is on identity and culture.
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 302
  Session, Panel

3:30pm EDT

From Proof to Power: Designing the Next Phase of the Movement
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 301
Building on the themes from the panel earlier in the day titled From Proof to Power: Building the Infrastructure for Systems Change, this workshop, From Proof to Power: Designing the Next Phase of the Movement, will engage participants in helping identify and shape the infrastructure, leadership pathways, policy strategies, and collective action mechanisms needed to advance that work. The...
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Speakers
avatar for Holly Ensign-Barstow

Holly Ensign-Barstow

Co-Executive Director, B Lab U.S. & Canada

avatar for Shaibya Dalal

Shaibya Dalal

Senior Director, Policy Research & Development, PolicyLink

avatar for J. Dontrese Brown

J. Dontrese Brown

Community Development Executive | Ecosystem Architect | Educator, Hidden in Plain Site (HiPS™)
J. Dontrese Brown is a Community Development Executive and Opportunity Ecosystem Architect who designs and aligns cross-sector partnerships, systems, and strategies that create opportunity and help communities thrive. His work sits at the intersection of community health, economic... Read More →
avatar for Abby Maxwell

Abby Maxwell

Policy & Advocacy Manager, ASBN
Abby Maxwell is the Policy & Advocacy Manager at the American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), where she works on the development of advocacy initiatives, such as Advocacy 101 training for business leaders focused on sustainability and climate policy.  Since joining the organization... Read More →
avatar for Holly Fowler

Holly Fowler

Director of Impact, Council Fire
Holly Fowler is the Director of Impact at Council Fire, a sustainability consulting firm and B Corp, where she brings big-picture strategy and sharp attention to detail to every project she touches. Driven by a lifelong love of nature and the ocean, Holly believes critical thinking... Read More →
avatar for Jeffrey Lue

Jeffrey Lue

Finance & Operations Manager, Council Fire
Jeff Lue is the Finance & Operations Manager at Council Fire, a sustainability consulting firm and B Corp. A sustainability-focused problem solver at heart, Jeff keeps Council Fire running smoothly while championing a fun, human-centered culture along the way. He brings six years... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 301
  Session, Workshop

3:30pm EDT

Money Talks: How Money Beliefs Shape Leadership, Culture, and Impact
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 308
Every organization has a relationship with money. That relationship influences culture, leadership, employee wellbeing, decision-making, and long-term impact. Yet many of the beliefs driving those outcomes remain unspoken. In this interactive workshop, Brandon Hatton helps participants uncover the money beliefs shaping their organizations and explore how scarcity and abundance mindsets influence...
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Speakers
avatar for Brandon Hatton

Brandon Hatton

CEO, Chief Investment Officer, Conscious Wealth
Brandon Hatton is CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Conscious Wealth®, where he advises founders, business owners, executives, and multigenerational families on the intersection of wealth, leadership, purpose, and impact. He is the author of Conscious Wealth: Money, Investing... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 308
  Session, Workshop

3:30pm EDT

Which Model of Employee Ownership Is Right for Your Business?
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 307
Employee ownership offers business owners a powerful path for succession, but there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Join employee-owned business founder Miren Oca and our panel of employee ownership experts, Donna Sky, Sam Mazzeo, and Steve Storkan for a practical conversation about the different models available, including ESOPs, worker cooperatives, and Employee Ownership Trusts. Hear one...
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Speakers
avatar for Sam Mazzeo

Sam Mazzeo

Managing Attorney / Founder / Board Member, Better apc / Fervor & Zeal / B Local SD
Sam is the kind of attorney you actually want in the room. He can help you navigate B Corp certification, trademark law, business formation and securities, and contracts - but he's equally qualified to plan your Halloween party, teach you a standing backflip, and settle the "GIF... Read More →
avatar for Miren Oca

Miren Oca

Founder and CEO, OcaQuatics
Miren Oca is the founder and CEO of Ocaquatics Swim School, the world’s first B Corp-certified swim school. Since 1994, Ocaquatics has been helping families love swimming and stay safer in the water. Now in its 31st year, the company teaches over 6,500 lessons each week during peak... Read More →
avatar for Donna Sky

Donna Sky

Business Engagement & Strategic Partnerships, Project Equity
Donna Sky is a Business Engagement & Strategic Partnerships, Senior Manager at Project Equity, a national nonprofit that helps businesses transition to employee ownership. In her role, she collaborates with business owners and community partners to advance employee ownership as a... Read More →
avatar for Steve Storkan

Steve Storkan

Executive Director, Employee Ownership Expansion Network (EOX)
Steve Storkan is Executive Director of the Employee Ownership Expansion Network (EOX), a national nonprofit expanding employee ownership across the United States through a network of State Centers and national partnerships. Under Steve’s leadership, EOX has grown into a national... Read More →
Thursday September 17, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Room 307
  Session, Breakout

4:30pm EDT

Transition
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 4:40pm EDT

Thursday September 17, 2026 4:30pm - 4:40pm EDT
  Break

4:40pm EDT

Continuing Our Collective Work Together
Thursday September 17, 2026 4:40pm - 5:20pm EDT
Grand Ballroom
Close out BLD Southeast with a candid, human-centered conversation about what it means to keep showing up
for one another and living our values when doing so requires courage. Lavonya Jones, Rodney Bullard, Narissa
Turner, and Nathan Stuck will challenge us to move beyond words and continue our collective work together
through action, accountability, and community.
Speakers
avatar for Narissa Turner

Narissa Turner

Trainer and Senior Facilitator, Habitus
Narissa is a facilitator and trainer at Habitus. Her main roles at Habitus include designing and leading trainings, workshops, and facilitations. Narissa is a trained mediator, and she brings her background in environmental advocacy and strategic planning to her work at Habitus... Read More →
avatar for Nathan Stuck

Nathan Stuck

Founder, Profitable Purpose Consulting

LJ

Lavonya Jones

Consciously Funded
avatar for Rodney Bullard

Rodney Bullard

The Same House

Thursday September 17, 2026 4:40pm - 5:20pm EDT
Grand Ballroom 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Main Stage, Panel

5:20pm EDT

Closing Remarks
Thursday September 17, 2026 5:20pm - 5:35pm EDT
Grand Ballroom

Thursday September 17, 2026 5:20pm - 5:35pm EDT
Grand Ballroom 800 21st St NW, Washington, DC 20052
  Main Stage

6:00pm EDT

B1 Happy Hour (Hosted by Patagonia)
Thursday September 17, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Tonic at Quigley’s - Third Floor
Join us on the third floor of Tonic at Quigley's for a B1 (B Corps + 1% for the Planet members) Happy Hour, hosted by the engagement and marketing leads from local Patagonia stores.

What to expect:
  • Connecting with fellow B1s!
  • Complimentary drink
  • Raffle for $500 worth of Patagonia gear! 
Thursday September 17, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
Tonic at Quigley’s - Third Floor 2036 G St NW, Washington, DC 20036
  Happy Hour

7:00pm EDT

Closing Reception
Thursday September 17, 2026 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Tonic at Quigley’s - All Floors
Join us at Tonic at Quigley’s to close out BLD Southeast at a favorite local spot near the GW Student Center.What to expect:Silent Auction: Prizes donated by 1 Hotel South Beach, andCo, Bodhi Surf + Yoga, and moreLive Raffle: Prizes donated by West Paw, Every Man Jack, and moreComplimentary food and beverages (beverage tickets will be distributed)Networking and lively conversation!The second and...
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Thursday September 17, 2026 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Tonic at Quigley’s - All Floors 2036 G St NW, Washington, DC 20036
  Reception
 
Friday, September 18
 

9:00am EDT

DC Urban Hike + B Corp Tour
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Lincoln Memorial
Kick off Friday morning with a scenic ~5-mile walking tour of Washington, DC! We'll start at the Lincoln Memorial with light pastries and coffee, then wind through iconic monuments, the Georgetown waterfront, and past a host of fellow B Corps along the way, before wrapping up near Farragut for lunch. Comfortable shoes recommended!D.C. Urban Hike + B Corp Tour ItineraryTotal walking time: ~2h...
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Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Lincoln Memorial 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, DC 20002
  Excursion

9:30am EDT

University of Maryland's 2026 Sustainability in Business Conference
Friday September 18, 2026 9:30am - 2:00pm EDT
Register here: https://umd.alumniq.com/index.cfm/events:register/home/eventId/3496The 2026 Sustainability in Business Conference will take place on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, DC. This year's conference will feature leaders from organizations including WWF, Patagonia, the United Nations Information...
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Friday September 18, 2026 9:30am - 2:00pm EDT
  Excursion

10:00am EDT

Tasting at Ten at Counter Culture DC
LIMITED
Friday September 18, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Counter Culture Coffee
Limited Capacity seats available
Please note: you must register separately here to join this event.Join Counter Culture DC for a free coffee tasting!Every Friday morning at 10 am, Counter Culture Coffee opens its Training Centers to coffee lovers who want to learn more about their high-quality, sustainably sourced menu.A longstanding tradition at Counter Culture Coffee, the team shares the story behind favorite coffees as we...
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Friday September 18, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Counter Culture Coffee 1781 Florida Ave, Unit F Washington, DC 20009
  Excursion
 
BLD Southeast 2026

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