🎙 B Corps in Ireland: James McManus on Earth’s Edge, Ethical Expeditions & Adventure with Impact

James McManus is the founder and expedition leader behind Earth’s Edge— & director of B Corp Ireland. Earth's Edge is an adventure travel company, creating life-changing experiences in some of the world’s most stunning and remote places. Since 2007, Earth’s Edge has been leading small group expeditions to the likes of Kilimanjaro, the Himalayas and the Andes, all while putting sustainability and social impact at the heart of every journey.

In this episode of ESG Made Easy, we chat with James about how Earth’s Edge became a certified B Corp in 2021, the challenges and joys of running a purpose-led travel company, and what sustainability looks like at high altitude.

We dive into James’ journey from passionate adventurer to social entrepreneur, and how becoming a B Corp helped crystallise the company’s commitment to people, planet and performance—without compromising on the thrill of expedition.

You’ll also hear about:

🇰🇪 Their community-first approach to adventure tourism—from Kenya to Nepal
🧭 Why adventure should be accessible and inclusive, not elite
🌿 How B Corp status has shifted their internal culture and external partnerships

This episode is part of our special series on B Corps in Ireland, spotlighting the changemakers embedding purpose into business.

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