Strategic Partnerships
Strategic Partnerships
As highlighted by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 17), building partnerships to achieve goals is critical to successfully driving sustainability. By aligning efforts with our strategic partners, we collectively extend our reach and impact.
USGBC - ISSP began working with the Green Business Certification, Inc. (GBCI) in 2017, partnering to bring our credentials to the next level by leveraging our respective networks to raise awareness and use of sustainability best practices; and providing access to education and training to improve the skills of sustainability professionals.
Future Fit Business - To solve the complex and interconnected problems facing society, a systems approach is needed. The Future-Fit Business Benchmark translates 30+ years of systems science into clear, credible and thorough guidance tailored to the business world. ISSP members enjoy a discount across their first year of Future-Fit membership programs, including 50% discount on Changemaker Community annual membership and 33% discount on Certified Professional and Accredited Partner memberships. Future-Fit Certified Professionals and Accredited Partners are granted a 25% discount for individual ISSP membership and also for non-member professional development courses.
Sustainable Brands - The premier global community of brand innovators who are shaping the future of commerce worldwide, Sustainable Brands’ goal since 2006 has been to inspire, engage, and equip business leaders and practitioners who see social and environmental challenges as an essential driver of brand innovation, value creation, and positive impact. ISSP members will have discounted or complimentary access to SB events through 2022.
O*NET Data Collection Program - A program under The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), O*NET is the nation's primary source of occupational information. Central to the project is the O*NET database, containing hundreds of standardized and occupation-specific descriptors on almost 1,000 occupations covering the entire U.S. economy. O*NET has recognized ISSP as an ally for contributing and supporting the program!
ISSP’s Strategic Partners receive discounts on our credentialing and professional development programs, as we help each other amplify events and opportunities.
We are interested in connecting with like-minded organizations! If you want to partner with ISSP, let us know at info@sustainabilityprofessionals.org!