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Drinksology Kirker Greer gains B Corp status
By Miona MadsenBelfast-based Drinksology Kirker Greer Group has been recognised with a B Corp certification after achieving an 84.8 assessment score.

The certification recognises Drinksology Kirker Greer Group’s commitment to social and environmental responsibilities, and its dedication to balancing purpose with commercial growth.
B Corp certification is awarded to businesses that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.
By undergoing a comprehensive assessment process, Drinksology Kirker Greer has demonstrated its dedication to creating a positive impact on its employees, community and the planet.
Steven Pattison, CEO of Drinksology Kirker Greer, said: “Becoming B Corp Certified has been a major ambition for us, and it was important that every one of our companies and brands were included.
“The assessment process was comprehensive, evaluating our social and environmental performance across a range of areas, measuring our progress and identifying areas for improvement.
“In addition to external assessment areas, B Corp also focuses on our contributions to our employees’ financial security, health and safety, wellness, career development, engagement, and satisfaction – areas that have been front and centre since Richard [Ryan] and I started the business in 2009.”
Drinksology Creative, Spiritly.com e-commerce platforms, and Kirker Greer Spirits, which include brands such as Ukiyo Japanese Spirits, Born Irish Whiskey, and Kadoo Rums, are now certified B Corps. They join a community of more than 7,000 companies worldwide committed to creating a more inclusive, regenerative, and equitable economy.
The B Corp movement is focused on transforming the global economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet, building a more resilient and sustainable future for all.
Ryan McFarland, chief commercial and strategy officer of Drinksology Kirker Greer, stated: “We believe that businesses have a responsibility to use their power for good. B Corp certification is a way for us to demonstrate our commitment to this principle.
“By joining a growing community of for-profit companies that are committed to using business as a ‘force for good,’ we are taking a significant step towards creating a more sustainable and equitable future.”
In December last year, the company announced it would invest millions of pounds over the next three years to support its growth in the UK and Ireland.
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