Panel Discussion on Benefit Corporations November 10, 2010

Learn about Benefit Corporations, a new corporate form that meets the triple bottom line interests of sustainable business leaders—people, planet, and profit.

• What’s a Benefit Corporation and how does it differ from B Corporation certification?

• What are the advantages and steps to take in becoming a Benefit Corporation?

• What are the legal pros and cons for your business?

Speakers

-- Jamie Raskin, Maryland State Senator and Kasey Wright, Legislative Aide

-- Jay Coen Gilbert, Co-Founder, B Lab

-- Laura E. Jordan, Attorney, Benefit Corporation Law

-- Pennye Jones-Napier and Julie Paez, Owners, The Big Bad Woof Inc.

-- Amy Kincaid, ChangeMatters (moderator)

Event Partners

B Lab

Greater Bethesda Chevy Chase Chamber of Commerce

ChangeMatters

Official Website: http://www.meetup.com/greenhome-113/calendar/15108495/?from=list&offset=0