Social performance a strategic business lever
Purpose is no longer a marketing narrative. It's a performance driver in business.
Communities, customers, and employees are now expecting organisations to lead with purpose and create real measurable social value.
Leading businesses are already driving social performance as part of their strategy, focusing on delivering positive impact for:
- People: how they hire, support and develop their workforce
- Suppliers: Who they buy from, and whether those suppliers also create social value
- Customers: What they offer to the world and how it contributes to wellbeing or solves social challenges
- Communities: This includes their investors and the communities they operate in
Because they know when expectations outpace compliance, the gap isn’t just a challenge - it’s a business risk.
94%
of CFOs believe social value will be an important priority in 2030
76%
of leaders expect their organisation's investment in social value initiatives to rise over the next 12 months.
60%
of consumers buying behaviour is based on sustainability & ethical criteria, growing by 10% each year.
Deliver on social value
Aaron Reid from Ventia shares his thoughts on why businesses should work with social enterprises to deliver social value.
Why become a Supporter member?
With our digital membership, you’ll get convenience at your fingertips. Access tools that help you connect with certified social enterprises easier, deliver social value faster and report on your social performance effortlessly.
Confidence
Easily find and connect with certified social enterprises on our live database. Access capability statements and avoid social washing in your supply chain.
Save time
Instantly notify a national network of your buying needs and get direct, actionable responses – no more time-consuming outreach.
Easy reporting
Measure and report on the tangible impact outcomes with our expertise. Get social spend reports any time to enhance your reporting.
Recognition
Use the Social Traders membership certificate and logo – trusted by leading businesses and governments – to demonstrate your social value commitment.
Upskill quicker
Access resources and diagnostic tools to build your knowledge in social performance, spot opportunities and act faster.