Our Impact

CULTURE CHANGE MEASURED IN PEOPLE, NOT JUST PROGRAMS.

B-Lab's impact is reflected in the organizations that have shifted how they listen, lead, and build belonging — and in the people who experience the difference.

Why impact matters

B-Lab measures success not by the number of trainings delivered, but by whether organizations are listening more honestly, leading more accountably, and building cultures where more people can contribute fully. The work is relational, iterative, and long-term — and the results show up in retention, trust, engagement, and organizational effectiveness.

300+

Community stakeholders engaged in one regional equity initiative

Repeat Partnerships

Targeted work that has grown into broader organizational engagements

Multi-Year

Learning and culture partnerships designed to continue beyond a single session

Award-Winning

2024 Iowa Podcast Award — Society & Culture

What Our partners say

Words from the people in the room.

"Anthony is well versed in the topics of DEI&B and these sessions have sparked some of the best conversation employees have had on these critical topics. Attendees enjoyed his energy, enthusiasm and ability to bring folks together through real life examples and situations. Anthony provides a professional, but informal and non-judgmental, environment where attendees feel safe asking questions and exploring concepts and applications in the equity/engagement space."

Lisa Powell

Human Resources Director, Linn County of Iowa

"They have been great collaborators, providing both expertise and guidance with a gentle balance, and they have been very open to adapting our approach to meet the pace of our community. We will continue to partner with them in our community's next steps and we would highly recommend them to other partners and advocates for DEI equity for all."

Kaye Englin

CEO, Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa

"His presentation was insightful and thought provoking and the feedback we received from participants was overwhelmingly positive. It is clear to me that Anthony has done his work, and I would highly recommend Anthony and his firm for any recruitment, learning, or development work that you choose to undertake."

Kelly Larson

Former Human Rights Director, Development & Learning Manager, City of Dubuque

"Anthony is a talented and knowledgeable professional skilled at helping build diverse and inclusive organizations. He has a skill for meeting people where they are and helping them broaden their personal and organizational horizons. Anthony understands that organizations need to be aligned from the top and focused on mission in order for change processes to be effective."

Karla Twedt-Ball

Senior Vice President, Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation

"The Diversity assessment was well received by our staff and the team did a great job of facilitating discussion in small groups that allowed a comfortable setting for all to share their ideas. We have a good foundation now to move forward with our mission statement and build upon that."

Sue Wilbur

Human Resources, United States Probation, Northern District of Iowa

Sectors served

Across Iowa and beyond.

Corporate & Private Employers

Culture facilitation, leadership coaching, DEI&B training, workforce strategy, and retention support for private-sector organizations.

Nonprofits & Foundations

Culture assessments, board and leadership coaching, facilitated learning, and strategic consultation for mission-driven organizations.

School Districts & Education

Belonging and culture facilitation, staff training, leadership development, and equity strategy for K-12 and higher education institutions.

Government & Public Agencies

Culture listening, workforce inclusion strategy, leadership coaching, and conflict support for public-sector organizations.

Healthcare & Human Services

Culture facilitation, leadership development, and workforce strategy for healthcare systems and human-service organizations.

Community Coalitions

Cross-sector facilitation, community dialogue, workforce access initiatives, and belonging strategy for coalitions and partnerships.

Recognition

Recognized for the work.

Anthony Arrington recognized as one of the Corridor Business Journal's Most Influential Leaders — 2020 and 2022
Joy Briscoe recognized as a 20 Under 40 award recipient
Co-founders of the award-winning Breaking Barriers DEI&B podcast

Add your organization to the story.

Whether you are just beginning to examine your culture or ready to accelerate change, B-Lab can help identify the most useful next step.

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