Thomas Franks has achieved B Corp certification.
The family-owned contract caterer received an impact score of 91.5, exceeding the 80‑point threshold required for certification.
Thomas Franks delivers catering and hospitality services to workplaces, schools and stadiums. It operates in 15 countries and employs more than 3,500 people.
Commenting on the accreditation, owner Frank Bothwell said: “Becoming a B Corp is a proud moment for Thomas Franks. From day one, we have sought to build a business that delivers exceptional service to clients while making a positive difference to our people, communities and the environment.
“Our scale is a strength, allowing us to bring world-class resources and innovation to every client, but it’s our relationships and focus on doing the right thing that ensure clients get the best of both worlds: exceptional quality delivered responsibly. This accreditation validates our long‑standing commitment to doing business the right way, with people at the heart of everything we do.”
Blain Shepherd, chief executive at Thomas Franks, added: “I am incredibly proud of our whole team and want to thank them for their commitment to our mission. I have been a fortunate beneficiary of Thomas Franks’ investment in learning and development over the last 18 years, so it means a great deal to me that this has been recognised by B Corp. I truly believe that our long-standing ethical approach is the key reason we have grown so successfully, and it will continue to guide us as we move into a new phase of growth and diversification.”
