L’Occitane Group Achieves B Corporation Certification
The L’Occitane Group, a prominent player in sustainable beauty and wellness, has proudly announced its official certification as a ‘Certified B Corporation.’ This achievement marks a significant milestone in the company’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
B Corp certification is a rigorous process that assesses a company’s comprehensive social and environmental performance, ensuring transparency and accountability. By obtaining this certification, the L’Occitane Group becomes part of a global community comprising over 6,900 companies that share a common vision of fostering inclusivity, equity, and a regenerative economy.
To earn Certified B Corporation status, the L’Occitane Group conducted a comprehensive evaluation of its impact on various stakeholders, including employees, the broader community, suppliers, customers, shareholders, and the environment. This evaluation encompassed all aspects of the company’s operations, from offices and factories to retail stores and supply chain practices.
Adrien Geiger, Chief Sustainability Officer at the L’Occitane Group, expressed great enthusiasm for this achievement, emphasizing the company’s enduring commitment to sustainability since its inception in 1976. Geiger believes that joining a community of like-minded businesses underscores their shared ethos, which harnesses the power of commerce to build stronger communities, reduce economic disparities, and create a more sustainable environment for all.
Operating in 90 countries worldwide, with a retail presence spanning 3,000 outlets, including over 1,300 proprietary stores, the L’Occitane Group is poised to continue its mission of contributing to a nature-positive world. B Corp certification serves as a catalyst for the group’s ongoing commitment to the triple bottom line—people, planet, and profit.
André Hoffmann, CEO of the L’Occitane Group, regards B Corp certification as a testament to the company’s evolution and its unwavering focus on the triple bottom line. It empowers the company to leverage its unique position as a responsible and successful global business to drive long-term positive change on a global scale.
