MHBS is now a Certified B Corporation™
Market Harborough Building Society Awarded B Corp™ Status: A Milestone in Our Commitment to Ethical Finance
We are proud to share that Market Harborough Building Society (MHBS) has officially achieved B Corp™ certification, joining a global community of organisations committed to using business as a force for good.
This milestone is far more than an accreditation, it is the result of the collective effort, shared purpose, and deeply held values of every person connected to our Society.
What does BCorp Certification mean?
B Corp certification recognises organisations that meet some of the highest verified standards of social and environmental impact. Our accreditation follows a rigorous independent assessment by B Lab, evaluating how we support our colleagues, serve our customers, care for our communities, and protect the environment.
For us, this resonates because it captures something deeply rooted in the way we operate. Our progress has never come from individual actions working in isolation, but from a culture where contributions naturally connect, reinforce one another, and build momentum over time.
“Our ambition has always been to put purpose at the heart of every decision we make,” says Iain Kirkpatrick, Chief Executive Officer.
“Becoming a certified B Corp is a proud milestone for all of us. It is proof that our purpose of ‘fighting for our customers and communities to thrive’ isn’t just something we say; it’s something we live, together. This achievement reflects the work of many, each contributing to something bigger than themselves.”
Achieving B Corp certification recognises the work we have already undertaken and reinforces our commitment to continue raising the bar. It positions the society within a growing movement of organisations using business as a force for good and holding themselves to a higher standard of accountability.
How do we already align ourselves with the BCorps Values?
Our Thrive programme exemplifies this. It brings together grant giving, colleague volunteering, community partnerships, education initiatives, and social impact investment within a single, purposeful agenda that supports our wider mission. Through this approach, we continue to deliver meaningful impact across the areas that matter most to us.
From investing £2 million into social housing, to welcoming local groups and charities into our head office at no cost, to supporting young people through our Thrive Forward programme, these commitments build naturally over time. Each initiative adds depth to the next, contributing to a culture and direction that reflect who we are and what we stand for.
Lets hear from Tim Neal, our Head of Footprint
“This is a moment to celebrate with everyone connected to the Society, our colleagues, members, and local communities,” adds Tim Neal, Head of Footprint. “Becoming a B Corp aligns naturally with our values and motivates us to keep raising the bar for positive impact.”
Under the B Corp framework, we will now continue to demonstrate ongoing improvement and transparency across key areas of social responsibility. Our Leadership team welcomes this structure, as it reinforces our long‑term commitment to doing business for good and ensures we remain accountable to our members and the communities we serve.
“As a modern mutual, we exist to benefit the many, not the few,” Kirkpatrick continues. “Becoming a B Corp strengthens that commitment, providing a framework that keeps us accountable, transparent, and focused on building a more inclusive, sustainable future for all.”
