Sustainability Magazine Top 100 Companies 2023 | Page 18

TOP 100 COMPANIES

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BD

Founded in 1897
CEO : Thomas Polen
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Patagonia

Founded in 1973
CEO : Ryan Gellert
www htps :/ patagonia com . www htps company patagonia :/ linkedin . _ 2 /
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery , diagnostics and the delivery of care . The company supports the heroes on the frontlines of health care by developing innovative technology , services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical processes for health care providers .
BD and its 65,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help improve patient outcomes , improve the safety and efficiency of clinicians ’ care delivery process , enable laboratory scientists to better diagnose disease and advance researchers ’ capabilities to develop the next generation of diagnostics and therapeutics .
Medical Equipment Manufacturing United States
Founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973 , Patagonia is an outdoor apparel company based in Ventura , California . A certified B-Corporation , Patagonia ’ s mission is to save our home planet .
The company is recognised internationally for its commitment to authentic product quality and environmental activism , donating 1 % of sales annually , contributing over US $ 100 million in grants and in-kind donations since 1985 .
The business supports community-led efforts to go fossil-fuel-free and protect nature . It also uses any power and influence it has to meet climate change through systems change .
Patagonia is always looking for motivated people to join the company , especially individuals who are passionate about the outdoors and having a positive impact on the planet .
Retail United States
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