What is a Benefit Company?

<p>James Struthers is a practicing lawyer and the Founder of Macushlaw, a firm that provides corporate, commercial, and real estate legal services to small and mid-sized enterprises, nonprofits, Indigenous groups, and individuals. </p> <p>James is also the Founder of 253 Columbia, a company that offers private workstations, meeting rooms, and office services tailored for legal professions. In addition to this, he is a Director at Mission Possible and a retired vocal and guitar artist.</p> <h3>In this episode…</h3> <p>Most new businesses are started with the intention of making sales and earning big profits. While CEOs must be profit-oriented, it is also becoming increasingly important for them to be socially and environmentally conscious, as well. In other words, today’s CEOs should be focused on developing benefit companies.</p> <p>For James Struthers, the decision to start a benefit company was inspired by his desire to make the world better through his business and the legal services he provides. He believes CEOs should be conscious of the impact their businesses have on people and the planet. So, how can you take a more active role in minimizing your company’s negative impacts and developing its positive benefits today? </p> <p>James Struthers, the Founder of Macushlaw and 253 Columbia, joins Martin Hunter in this episode of <em>What CEOs Talk About</em> to answer the question: what is a benefit company? James shares what a socially responsible company looks like, how to take a more active role in giving back to people and the planet, and why he transitioned from the music industry to the legal field. Stay tuned for more.</p>