Press

At BBN we work hard to provide the best experience for our members and the local communities we work in. Some of those people have been kind enough to not just speak to us, but interview us, write kind words and feature us in their news stories.

You can also check out our Better Business Summit Press on this page.

In this article from April 2025, Media Cubs talk all about their experience being at the Better Business Summit and how it has inspired them get involved!
The article explains how for many of the youngsters it was their first taste of university life. The experience has given them exposure to higher education, an opportunity to get industry experience and to meet leaders in purpose-driven space.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Media Cubs?
Media Cubs provide professional video production services, supporting young people to become confident communicators who are involved at every step of the creative process – alongside a team of video experts who provide a professional finish to every film.
In this article from February 2025, Tyler Grange show us their top tips on becoming more sustainable this year.
The article touches upon several themes including how to give your employees access to more eco-friendly schemes and initiatives, why you should go beyond environmental and sustainability accreditations, and why bureaucracy needs to be reduced to achieve more sustainable operations.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Tyler Grange?
Tyler Grange help environmental planning projects great and small. They support the success of projects with expert arboricultural input and also believe in creating something truly different, working to achieve their purpose: to build a better world for people, communities and the environment.
In this article from November 2024, the Carbon Literacy Project introduce their Carbon Literate City project.
BBN and their sister company betternotstop are supporters of the project which aims to get 85,349 people in Manchester certified as carbon literate. You can learn more about this in our Campaigns space .
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Carbon Literacy Project?
The Carbon Literacy Project offers everyone a day’s worth of Carbon Literacy® learning, covering – climate change, carbon footprints, how you can do your bit, and why it’s relevant to you and your audience.
In this article from July 2024, Premium Car Parks announce that they are joining the BBN.
They talk about what they hope to get from membership, why they joined and the impact joining can have.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Premium Car Parks?
Premium Car Parks provide safe and secure parking in town and city locations. They offer heavily discounted rates, in the best car parks best quality car parks at the lowest prices for regular parking needs.
In this article from June 2024, Business Matters talk about how to make workplaces for employees.
In the article, Business Matters touch on how the author is a member of the Better Business Network and supports the Better Business Act – both of which promote a cleaner, greener, fairer future for all.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Business Matters?
Business Matters is the UK’s largest distributed subscription-based monthly business magazine with currently over 50,000 annual subscribers. Business Matters is read for its news coverage, analysis, interviews with key opinion formers and leading entrepreneurs and opinion on the UK small business sector.
In this series of videos from April 2024, Hattrick speak to our Founder, Hannah Cox, about her journey and the impact that the BBN can have.
Interview style, Hannah is posed several questions including:
- What are your top tips for businesses to be more sustainable?
- What will it take to mobilise real change?
- Have you faced any uncomfortable truths on your sustainability journey?
To see the full videos click the link here.
Who Are Hattrick?
Hattrick are B2B communications consultancy.
They help B2B businesses unlock opportunities in the green economy with PR, thought leadership and accredited Carbon Literacy training.
In this article from February 2024, Pro-Manchester give a overview of who the BBN are and what we offer.
BBN are a member of Pro-Manchester and are listed on their directory as a supporting organisation.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Pro-Manchester?
Pro-Manchester are the Greater Manchester Business Community and the largest business development organisation in the North West. Connecting, sharing and collaborating across GM and the North West for 35 years.
In this article from February 2024, Lawyers For Nature explain what it means to have Nature on the BBN’s Board of Directors. Speaking to our founder Hannah Cox and Nature’s representative Graham Hansen they dig into this new concept.
BBN became the 4th company in the World (3rd in the U.K) to legally put Nature on it’s Board of Directors in January 2024. We announced this at the second edition of our flagship conference the Better Business Summit.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Lawyers For Nature?
Lawyers for Nature is a collective of lawyers, researchers and campaigners that have come together to work on behalf of nature. They are incorporated as a Community Interest Company whose origins lie in the successful legal assistance given to a grassroots campaign, saving thousands of street trees from being felled in Sheffield.
In this article from February 2024, Medium talk about the impact that putting nature on the board of directors has had.
BBN became the 4th company in the World (3rd in the U.K) to legally put Nature on it’s Board of Directors in January 2024. We announced this at the second edition of our flagship conference the Better Business Summit.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Medium?
Medium is a home for human stories and ideas. Their goal is to deepen our collective understanding of the world through the power of writing.
In this article from January 2024, Louder Than War report on the second edition of our our flagship conference the Better Business Summit.
They break down some of the amazing features of the event, ticket prices and themes all designed to help delegates make tangible changes to their businesses.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Louder Than War?
Louder Than War is a music, culture and media publication headed by The Membranes & Goldblade frontman John Robb. Online since 2010 it is one of the fastest-growing and most respected music-related publications on the net.
In this article from December 2023, Startups interview our founder Hannah Cox about her experiences, challenges and advice on starting the BBN.
In the interview Hannah talks about the impact of Covid 19, the challenges getting investment and where she thinks the BBN will go in the coming years.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Startups?
Startups exist to help UK small businesses to launch and grow. Established in 2000, they are the UK’s longest serving online small business advice platform, and their aim is to be the most trusted and the most comprehensive resource for founders and would-be entrepreneurs.
In this article from November 2023, Ethos Magazine comment on our Better Business Pioneer of the Year Campaign which was seen by 3,715,273 people on billboards across the UK.
The campaign, run in collaboration with Avery & Brown and OPEN Media UK aimed to shine a spotlight on the unsung pioneers who have made environmental and social responsibility part of their daily lives.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who Are Ethos Magazine?
Ethos Magazine connect sustainable ideas, people and places, with stories about work, ideas and life. They cover stories about the most progressive business leaders, their teams, ethos and ideas to give you a unique insight into how they’re changing how business is done.
In this article from October 2023, Prolific North comment on the launch of our Better Business Pioneer Campaign.
The campaign which was seen by 3,715,273 people on billboards across the UK, was launched in partnership with Open Media and Avery & Brown,
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Prolific North?
Prolific North report on the North's creative, marketing and tech sectors. They are committed to shining a spotlight on the work, people, companies and stories that make the North a powerhouse through news coverage, research, and editorial features.
In this article from October 2023, Studio 91 Media talk about their experience of joining the BBN.
They explain what membership involves, the access you get to courses and networking as well as the impact that the Better Business Summit had on them.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Studio 91 Media?
Studio 91 Media is a Manchester-based video production agency driven by purpose and impact, instead of chasing likes and views. They look for clients with inspiring, shareable stories, and simply help tell them.
In this video from June 2023, Tyler Grange founders sit with the BBN for an interactive seminar to discuss the business’ journey.
The video is an open and honest dialogue of the good, the bad and the ugly of Tyler Grange’s journey.
To see the full video click the link here.
Who are Tyler Grange?
Tyler Grange help environmental planning projects great and small. They support the success of projects with expert arboricultural input and also believe in creating something truly different, working to achieve their purpose: to build a better world for people, communities and the environment.
In this article from June 2023, Tyler Grange reflect on their change in work culture following a session with BBN.
The article shares snippets of the open and honest dialogue as the founders of Tyler Grange consider the good, the bad and the ugly of their journey.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Tyler Grange?
Tyler Grange help environmental planning projects great and small. They support the success of projects with expert arboricultural input and also believe in creating something truly different, working to achieve their purpose: to build a better world for people, communities and the environment.
In this article from May 2023, Yard B reflect on their time on their time at the first edition of our flagship conference, the Better Business Summit.
They talk about their key takeaways from BBS including, Nature in the room, Longtermism, Carbon Literacy and FutureEarth.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Yard B?
Yard B is a Surrey based Film and Animation Studio. They help forward-thinking organisations launch products, raise awareness and engage their teams with thoughtful, accessible video content.
In this article from February 2023, Faith In Nature reflect on their time at the first edition of our flagship conference, the Better Business Summit.
Faith in Nature gave the opening speech at BBS, touching on their amazing work putting Nature on the Board of Directors, something which BBN has subsequently done. When you become a member, you can watch the talk Faith In Nature gave in our BBS Content space.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Faith in Nature?
Faith in Nature is a UK-based company that makes natural, cruelty-free, and vegan beauty and cleaning products. They became the first company in the world to give nature a voice and a vote.
In this article from January 2023, Prolific North report on Patagonia’s key note at the first edition of our flagship conference the Better Business Summit.
Patagonia used the platform we provided to call out Greenwashing from Businesses. Delegates at BBS were offered tips on how to steer away from labels of greenwashing, such as authentic initiatives behind the scenes.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Prolific North?
Prolific North report on the North's creative, marketing and tech sectors. They are committed to shining a spotlight on the work, people, companies and stories that make the North a powerhouse through news coverage, research, and editorial features.
In this article from January 2023, Inside Ecology introduce the first edition of our flagship conference the Better Business Summit.
BBS23 had talks from brands including Patagonia, the Royal Society for Arts, B Lab and the Carbon Literacy Project.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who are Inside Ecology?
Inside Ecology is a leading online magazine covering all aspects of ecology, conservation, environment, sustainability, nature and wildlife. The magazine provides research, information and news to those with both a personal and a professional interest in ecology, the environment and the natural world.
In this article from March 2021, the UK News Group touch on the lack of holistic support for Business Leaders wanting to be more sustainable. The Better Business Network is filling this void.
The article explains the creation of the BBN, and why it is so valuable for Businesses looking to make a positive impact on the planet.
To see the full article click the link here.
Who Are UK News Group?
UK News Group publish the latest local business news from all around the UK.
They publish daily news on behalf of the business community; from trading success, new appointments, and statistics, to award wins, charity activity, and upcoming events