Nominations are officially open for the 8th edition of the Meaningful Business 100 (MB100), a global award program that recognizes exceptional leaders combining profit and purpose. The program celebrates social entrepreneurs, impact investors, and corporate sustainability leaders who are dedicated to solving complex social and environmental issues aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Global Award Program & Support Network
- For: Impact-driven entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate leaders globally
- Key Benefits: Pro bono services, investment opportunities, and a global expert network
- Application Deadline: July 3, 2026
- Location: Global
Award Program Overview
The Meaningful Business 100 (MB100) identifies and supports 100 outstanding individuals each year who demonstrate that business can be a force for good. Supported by organizations like EY and Hogan Lovells, the program seeks leaders who have created direct, intended positive impact in the last 12 months. An expert global judging panel—featuring leaders from Google, IBM, and the World Economic Forum—evaluates nominees based on their ability to scale solutions, foster inclusion, and utilize innovation to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges.
Key Benefits
- Professional Support: Access to pro bono legal and communications services and capacity-building workshops.
- Growth Opportunities: Connection to partnership and investment avenues to help scale impact.
- Global Network: Membership in a curated, interdisciplinary network of world-class impact leaders.
- Tech Resources: Exclusive access to “AI for Good” resources and emerging technology support.
- Visibility: Profile-raising opportunities to increase global recognition for the leader and their organization.
Eligibility Criteria
- Impact Alignment: Must have created positive, direct, and intended impact aligned with one or more SDGs in the last year.
- Leadership: The nominee must be the primary driving force behind the product, service, or project.
- Business Model: The initiative must successfully combine purpose and profit (purely philanthropic models are not the focus).
- Evidence of Innovation: Judges favor original, scalable, and affordable solutions that leverage technology or collaborative ecosystems.
How to Apply
You can nominate yourself or a leader you believe fits the criteria. Following a recommendation, the organizers will reach out to the referred leader to complete their full application.
- Deadline: Friday, July 3, 2026
- Winners Announced: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
- Application Link: Apply or Nominate Here
About Meaningful Business
Meaningful Business is a global platform and community dedicated to celebrating and supporting leaders who bridge the gap between profit and purpose. By providing a curated environment for knowledge-sharing and resource allocation, they help impact-driven professionals navigate the complexities of the modern business landscape while achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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