Authors
Edward N Gamble, Simon.C Parker, Peter W. Moroz
Publication date
2019
Journal
Journal of Business Ethics
Pages
1-14
Description
This paper introduces a new typology and associated measure of social and environmental mission integration (SEMI) by conceptually framing a feature of hybrid organizations—the degree of integration of their revenue model and social–environmental mission. The SEMI measure is illustrated using a hand-collected sample of 256 North American Certified B Corporations. We explore the heterogeneity of SEMI scores by identifying external-facing correlates and demonstrate non-congruence with Certified B Corporation’s audit results. Overall, our findings advance existing knowledge of these hybrid organizations and how they balance their social–environmental missions with their economic objectives.
Scholar articles
EN Gamble, SC Parker, PW Moroz - Journal of Business Ethics, 2020