Scout Books

Certified B Corporation
Headquarters

Oregon, United States

Certified Since

August 2017

Industry

Paper & paper products

Sector

Manufacturing

Operates In

United States

Scout Books was founded with the belief that little books can make a big impact. Whether designing every page from scratch or simply putting your logo on the cover, use Scout Books to grow your brand, promote your business, or enrich your event with books made just for you. No matter what, every Scout Book is made with care using 100% recycled papers, vegetable-based inks, and equipment powered by renewable energy in Portland, Oregon.

Overall B Impact Score

Based on the B Impact assessment, Scout Books earned an overall score of 92.8. The median score for ordinary businesses who complete the assessment is currently 50.9.
92.8
92.8 Overall B Impact Score
80 Qualifies for B Corp Certification
50.9 Median Score for Ordinary Businesses

Governance 13.0

The Workers Impact Area evaluates a company's contributions to its employees' financial security, health and safety, wellness, career development, as well as overall engagement and satisfaction. In addition, this section recognizes business models designed to benefit workers, such as companies that are at least 40% owned by non-executive employees and those that have workforce development programs to support individuals with barriers to employment.

Mission & Engagement1.6
Ethics & Transparency1.4
+ Mission Locked10

What is this? A company with an Impact Business Model is intentionally designed to create a specific positive outcome for one of its stakeholders - such as workers, community, environment, or customers.


Workers 25.4

The Workers Impact Area evaluates a company's contributions to its employees' financial security, health and safety, wellness, career development, as well as overall engagement and satisfaction. In addition, this section recognizes business models designed to benefit workers, such as companies that are at least 40% owned by non-executive employees and those that have workforce development programs to support individuals with barriers to employment.

Financial Security11.1
Health, Wellness, & Safety6.9
Career Development3.6
Engagement & Satisfaction3.6

Community 19.9

The Workers Impact Area evaluates a company's contributions to its employees' financial security, health and safety, wellness, career development, as well as overall engagement and satisfaction. In addition, this section recognizes business models designed to benefit workers, such as companies that are at least 40% owned by non-executive employees and those that have workforce development programs to support individuals with barriers to employment.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion4.0
Economic Impact5.0
Civic Engagement & Giving3.2
Supply Chain Management4.8

Environment 31.1

The Workers Impact Area evaluates a company's contributions to its employees' financial security, health and safety, wellness, career development, as well as overall engagement and satisfaction. In addition, this section recognizes business models designed to benefit workers, such as companies that are at least 40% owned by non-executive employees and those that have workforce development programs to support individuals with barriers to employment.

Environmental Management0.6
Air & Climate6.6
Water3.5
Land & Life7.2
+ Resource Conservation12.2

What is this? A company with an Impact Business Model is intentionally designed to create a specific positive outcome for one of its stakeholders - such as workers, community, environment, or customers.


Customers 3.3

The Workers Impact Area evaluates a company's contributions to its employees' financial security, health and safety, wellness, career development, as well as overall engagement and satisfaction. In addition, this section recognizes business models designed to benefit workers, such as companies that are at least 40% owned by non-executive employees and those that have workforce development programs to support individuals with barriers to employment.

Customer Stewardship3.3


Previous Overall B Impact Scores

2021 Overall B Impact Score92.8
2017 Overall B Impact Score101.7

Additional Documentation

Scout Books Disclosure Report 2021


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