Beyond the Bow: Our Veerless Blog

August 11, 2026

Getting Innovative with Employee Resource Groups: The Stronghold of DEI Programming Globally

We have all witnessed the backlash and attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in recent years. I could write a book about how deeply I disagree with these concerns, but today is not the day for that post. Instead, I want to talk about a set of programs that, in many cases, were immune from the cuts happening in DEI in many companies – employee resource groups or ERGs.

As some companies cut chief diversity officer roles, retired public representation goals, withdrew from external indices, and scrubbed language off their websites, a strange thing happened. Most left their ERGs in tact. I chalk this up to the fact that most companies downsizing DEI really just downsized the D and E. Inclusion, and the importance of employee engagement largely remained apolitical.

An HR Brew analysis of 52 companies that changed DEI course in 2024/25 found only 11 made changes to their ERGs. Gravity Research found the same pattern: most ERGs are still running, with adjustments to how membership is described rather than whether the group exists at all. So let’s talk about ERGs: why they stayed above the fray and how innovation in these areas can strengthen the social impact pillar of your internal corporate responsibility work.

Marcy Twete

B Corp, Friday 5 Faves

August 6, 2026

5 Faves – Thoughtful Baby Gifts from B Corps

At Veerless, we believe sustainability shows up in the choices we make every day, including the businesses we choose to support. Recently, our team celebrated one of our own as she prepares to welcome a new baby, and we looked for gifts that reflected the values we care about: thoughtful design, responsible business practices, and products made with care.

For this week’s 5 Faves, we’re sharing the Certified B Corporations behind the gifts we chose. From baby clothing and skincare to feeding essentials and everyday necessities, these companies demonstrate how businesses can create products families love while considering their impact on people and the planet.

Kristen Fischer

Uncategorized

July 21, 2026

5 Faves Outdoor Spaces – Thoughtful Summer Upgrades

Summer is the season for spending more time outdoors, whether that means morning coffee on the patio, backyard dinners with friends, or simply finding a quiet place to unwind after a long day. It’s also a popular time for home projects, from refreshing outdoor furniture and landscaping to making bigger upgrades that improve how we use our spaces.

For this week’s 5 Faves, we’re highlighting companies that bring a thoughtful approach to outdoor living. From recycled materials and water-wise landscaping to renewable energy and products designed to last, these brands show how summer projects can create spaces that are better for both people and the planet.

Kristen Fischer

B Corp, Friday 5 Faves

July 17, 2026

Friday 5 Faves – Cool Treats for National Ice Cream Day

National Ice Cream Day is almost here (July 19), and there’s no better excuse to enjoy a scoop or a bar of your favorite frozen treat. But if you’re looking to celebrate with brands that are doing more than just making delicious desserts, there are plenty of options that are also committed to responsible sourcing, ethical business practices, and environmental stewardship.

This week’s 5 Faves spotlights five frozen treat companies proving that indulgence and impact can go hand in hand. From Certified B Corporations to companies prioritizing Fairtrade ingredients, organic farming, and community giving, these brands are serving up sustainability one scoop at a time.

Marcy Twete

ESG, Net Zero, Reporting, Sustainability

June 30, 2026

California Pumps the Brakes: CARB Defers the First SB 253 Emissions Reporting Deadline to November 10, 2026

If your company has been racing toward an August deadline to file its first greenhouse gas emissions report in California, you’ve been gifted three more months on the clock. On June 24, 2026, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced it intends to push the first-year reporting deadline under SB 253 from August 10, 2026 to November 10, 2026. Here’s what changed, what didn’t, and what your team should be doing right now.

Katie Yoder

Veerless News

June 23, 2026

Veerless is Proudly Family Operated: Celebrating National Family Owned & Operated Businesses Day

In 2018, after leaving my corporate role in sustainability, I first took on some freelance work simply to fill the gap in my time and finances while I looked for another role. I quickly found that I loved consulting, and over the course of that first year found myself saying “no” to in-house opportunities and saying “yes” to freelance projects. This led to incorporating as an LLC and growing my solo shop to what in late 2022 became an unsustainable pace that had led to significant burnout on my part. I had a choice – to downsize my number of clients and projects or to start growing my company with external hires.

At this point in Veerless’ journey, I had already received B Corp Certification, and I took very seriously the commitments of B Corps to hire ethically and responsibly. I knew bringing team members into the company would present financial commitments, new risks, but also new rewards and opportunities. I took some time away in December 2022 to truly consider my next steps and connect to my purpose as a business owner in this incredible field and here’s what I came to: it wasn’t enough for this company to help me achieve my dreams. I wanted it to do the same for the people who worked with me, and I also wanted it to be a catalyst for both achievement and legacy building for my family. So in January 2023, I made my first two job offers – to my husband, Charlie, and the second to one of my closest family members and friends, Kris. And by March 2023, we were around our dining room table as a team of three (see photo below).

Marcy Twete

Friday 5 Faves, Sustainability

June 10, 2026

5 Faves: Sustainable Loungewear Brands

There’s something especially appealing about loungewear. These are the pieces we reach for on slow mornings, work-from-home days, long flights, and cozy evenings. Because they’re worn so often, they also offer an opportunity to make more intentional choices about the materials we bring closest to our skin and the companies we support.

This week’s 5 Faves highlights brands that are rethinking comfort through a sustainability lens. From organic cotton and non-toxic fabrics to innovative materials and responsible manufacturing, these companies are proving that comfort and conscious consumption can go hand in hand.

Marcy Twete

Uncategorized

May 19, 2026

5 Faves: Graduation Gifts for a Sustainable and Impact-Driven Generation

Graduation season is here, and today’s graduates are entering adulthood at a time when climate awareness, conscious consumption, and social impact matter more than ever. This generation has grown up alongside conversations about climate change, circularity, ethical production, and corporate responsibility — and many are actively looking for ways to align their purchases and lifestyles with their values.

Marcy Twete

Client Feature, ESG, Social Impact

May 11, 2026

Where Data Infrastructure Meets Community: Cologix in Jacksonville, North Florida

When people talk about data centers today, the conversation typically starts with the significant growth of the industry.

AI training and AI inference. Hybrid and multi-cloud. Data. Compute. Megawatts. Cooling technologies.

But if you spend time on the ground, another reality becomes clear. Data centers aren’t just a part of the digital infrastructure. They’re embedded in their communities and consider themselves neighbors.

Ann Thomas

Friday 5 Faves

May 5, 2026

5 Faves Snacks – Simple Choices for Busy Days

May has a way of showing up with a to-do list already in hand—especially for moms. School routines are still in full swing, afternoons blur into practices and pickups, and weekends somehow fill themselves. In the middle of all that, having a few go-to snacks tucked away can be a small but meaningful win—something that keeps everyone going and gives moms one less thing to think about.

With Mother’s Day around the corner, we’re highlighting a few snack brands (plus one simple storage solution) that fit seamlessly into real life. These are the kinds of easy-to-pack, easy-to-grab options that busy moms actually reach for—thoughtfully made, widely available, and ready to support those everyday moments, whether it’s a quick car snack or a quiet pause between everything else.

Kristen Fischer

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