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Big news: Visions Management just earned EcoVadis Silver, ranking in the top 15 percent of small businesses for sustainability. EcoVadis is the global standard for ESG performance, and this recognition proves that small steps really add up. Visions started with the basics, built momentum, and last year alone, diverted 21 tons of materials from landfill. At RyeStrategy, we help small and mid-sized businesses achieve results like this every day. Whether you need support with carbon accounting, EcoVadis submissions, or building your sustainability story, we’re here to guide you. Congrats to Amy Garber and the Visions team for turning compliance into real business advantage. Want to see what’s possible for your business? Download our free SMB Sustainability Guide (comments) or message us to start your journey. #EcoVadis #Sustainability #RippleEffect #SMBs #RyeStrategy

Scope 3 decarbonization is the biggest challenge to achieving net zero. For most companies, Scope 3 emissions make up more than 80% of their carbon footprint. At #GreenBiz25, we brought together sustainability leaders from Salesforce and Intuit to share what’s actually working to mobilize their suppliers and drive decarbonization results. Whether you’re building a new supplier engagement program or refining an existing one, learn from the supply chain decarbonization experts. Thank you again to our panelists: - Louisa McGuirk (Salesforce) - Nicole G. (Intuit) - Amy Garber (Visions Management) See the 45-minute recording here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.ly/Q03xmPjq0

EcoVadis certification isn’t just for big companies anymore. More small and mid-sized businesses are being asked to report on sustainability, and we know that can feel overwhelming if you do not have an ESG team or unlimited resources. But here is the good news: EcoVadis certification is more accessible than you might think. With the right support, you can meet client requirements, strengthen supplier relationships, and unlock new business opportunities, without a huge investment of time or budget. We just published a practical guide to help SMBs understand the EcoVadis process, avoid common pitfalls, and build a sustainability story that clients love. Whether you are starting from scratch or looking to improve your score, we share clear steps (and a few ways we can help if you need it). Read the guide here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ebqgxhpa

Philadelphia asked the tough questions. Not everyone in the room was a supplier. But everyone had felt the shift - in how customers buy, how investors vet, and how teams want to work. Some were just starting to think about carbon reporting. Others were already being asked for numbers they weren’t sure how to calculate. The common thread was that they weren’t looking for perfection. They were looking for a place to start. That’s why we made the SMB Sustainability Guide. It’s built for businesses like yours; whether you’re on a customer’s radar or trying to get ahead of the curve. Check the comments. The ripple effect is real. And Philly is feeling it.

Atlanta showed up, and reminded us why we do this. On Monday, our team spent the day with a room full of bold, curious, and community-driven small and medium-sized business owners. The energy was high, the questions were sharp, and the conversations were real; from navigating vendor requirements to figuring out how to talk to customers who are asking harder questions about sustainability. We weren’t there to pitch. We were there to listen, to learn, and to meet business owners where they are, with real-world pressure, big ideas, and endless resilience. If you're seeing climate language show up in RFPs, or just trying to stay ahead of what your customers expect, we’ve got a free guide that’s built to help. Check the comments. This is what the ripple effect looks like. And we’re just getting started.

Your largest client is about to ask for your emissions data. Will you be ready - or scrambling? This 90-second clip breaks down how Microsoft, Amazon, and Walmart are pushing sustainability reporting down the supply chain, reaching even small and mid-sized vendors. It’s a preview from our recent webinar, Carbon Reporting Basics for SMBs. Watch the full recording: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.ly/Q03sZtCW0 #CarbonReporting #Scope3 #SMBsustainability #B2Bsales

This Wednesday we’re hosting a free 30-minute webinar: Carbon Reporting Basics: How Data Transparency Strengthens Your Small Business June 11 | 10:00 AM PT If you’re being asked to report your company’s carbon footprint, or suspect it’s coming, you’re not alone. But what exactly goes into a carbon footprint? It is not just office energy use. It often includes emissions linked to your supply chain, purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. Our CEO Cooper Wechkin breaks down what this really means for small businesses, and why it matters now. If this is starting to show up in your client conversations or RFPs, this webinar will give you a clear starting point. Save your spot: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.phubs.ly/Q03rm0gT0 Recording available if you cannot attend live.

We’re always inspired when our clients share their progress—and this one’s worth celebrating. The Visions Management team just published their latest Greenhouse Gas Emissions report, continuing a sustainability journey they began back in 2021. From setting net-zero goals to collaborating with partners across their ecosystem, they’re taking real steps to integrate climate action into their business. It’s been a privilege to support their work over the past few years and watch their impact grow. We’re proud to partner with teams that lead by example! #SustainabilityLeadership #GHGReporting #NetZeroGoals #ClientImpact #ClimateAction

Think carbon reporting is too complicated? Join us for a free 30-minute webinar to learn how small teams are making real progress—without big budgets or ESG departments. 📅 June 11, 2025 🕙 10:00 AM PT | 1:00 PM ET 🎤 Featuring Jared Goldstein, Glyn Polson, and Heidi Flaig Registration link is in the comments. #CarbonReporting #Sustainability #SMB #Webinar #ESG #RyeStrategy

Fortune 100 clients are raising the bar—and small businesses are stepping up. When one of our clients was asked to provide a carbon report, it sparked more than just a compliance task. It became a moment to rethink their strategy and turn ESG into a business advantage. In this interview, our founder Cooper Wechkin sits down with Lauren Wambold Patel from Keenan Reid Strategies and shares how climate reporting is evolving and why companies of all sizes can use it to drive growth. Watch the full interview below!