Magnesium Inside

Rianne Hooiveld

Ontdek alles over de unieke magnesium bron in het Nederlandse Veendam, we geven je een kijkje achter de schermen van ons bedrijf, onze ambitieuze missie en onze wereldwijde klantenkring. Daarnaast delen we ontzettend veel kennis en de allernieuwste inzichten over de topische toepassingen van magnesium. Je hoort in onze show regelmatig interviews met artsen, therapeuten, specialisten, sporters en allerlei anderen die iets interessants kunnen vertellen over magnesium. Gehost door Rianne Hooiveld, CMO bij Zechstein Minerals.

  1. Jul 6

    Going Global with B Corp: The Shift to Topic-Based Impact with Cristina Abballe (B Corp Benelux)

    Discover how the new B Corp standards are shaping global business sustainability. Host Rianne sits down with Cristina Abballe from B Lab Benelux to discuss the shift to topic-based requirements, third-party verification, and what this means for international B2B partners in cosmetics and wellness. Welcome to another international episode of Magnesium Insights, produced by Zechstein Inside from Veendam, the Netherlands. In this episode, host Rianne welcoming a very special guest: Cristina Abballe, Impact Improvement Lead at B Lab Benelux. Together, they dive deep into the evolution of the B Corp movement, which—just like Zechstein Minerals—is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year! What you will learn in this episode: The Global B Corp Structure: How B Lab operates across regional offices like Benelux, the UK, France, and the US to drive economic system change. The Shift to Standards Version 2: Why B Corp is moving away from a single overall score (minimum 80 points) towards mandatory, topic-based requirements in key impact areas. The 7 Core Impact Topics: A breakdown of the new focus areas, including JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion), Climate Action, and Environmental Stewardship. Third-Party Verification: How independent audits starting in 2026 ensure fairness and align with strict new EU regulations to eliminate greenwashing risks. The Zechstein 'Why': Why protecting our unique, 1600-meter-deep magnesium source in Veendam is at the heart of our own B Corp journey. For our international B2B partners in the cosmetics, health, and wellness industries, this episode offers vital insights into how sustainable operations can enhance your global credibility, talent attraction, and compliance. Links & Resources: Want to assess your own business impact? Start for free at bcorporation.net or explore the European hub at bcorporation.eu. Discover the purity of our source: zechsteininside.com Follow our journey on Instagram and other social channels! Don't forget to subscribe to Magnesium Insights to never miss an episode!

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Ontdek alles over de unieke magnesium bron in het Nederlandse Veendam, we geven je een kijkje achter de schermen van ons bedrijf, onze ambitieuze missie en onze wereldwijde klantenkring. Daarnaast delen we ontzettend veel kennis en de allernieuwste inzichten over de topische toepassingen van magnesium. Je hoort in onze show regelmatig interviews met artsen, therapeuten, specialisten, sporters en allerlei anderen die iets interessants kunnen vertellen over magnesium. Gehost door Rianne Hooiveld, CMO bij Zechstein Minerals.