A step forward in stakeholder engagement
With the TBIC, Triodos Bank is introducing an innovative model for stakeholder consultation within the financial sector. The Impact Collective is an advisory board that is open to all interested stakeholders. The TBIC can advise on the transition themes at the request of Triodos Bank itself and on its own initiative.
The council will consist of volunteer members from stakeholder groups that are central to Triodos Bank's mission, including customers, shareholders, NGOs and academics. For each meeting, stakeholders whose expertise and motivation match the agenda will be invited, so that the advice is always relevant and targeted.
Marcel Zuidam, CEO of Triodos Bank: "The major social challenges of our time require cooperation and open dialogue with a wide range of stakeholders. By actively listening to different perspectives and working with our stakeholders on Triodos Bank's five transition themes, we can find sustainable solutions that really make a difference. The Triodos Bank Impact Collective is an important step in harnessing this collective wisdom."
Triodos Bank strengthens ties with stakeholders
The TBIC is part of a broader strategy by Triodos Bank to strengthen its community of engaged stakeholders. This community consists of individuals and organisations who each want to bring about positive change in their own way.
Pauline Bieringa, Group Director Community Engagement: “Strengthening the community is essential for Triodos Bank and its stakeholders. We want to create meeting opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration, and facilitate the community in various ways to achieve its goals. This initiative will first be rolled out in the Netherlands, followed by the other countries where Triodos Bank operates.”
Inclusivity and diversity at the heart
Triodos Bank believes that real change requires a diverse community. By opening TBIC membership to everyone, we are lowering the threshold for participation and strengthening the quality and credibility of the consultation process. We are actively committed to balanced representation and the inclusion of under-represented groups.
Transparency and accountability
The Triodos Bank Executive Board decides how each piece of advice from the TBIC will be incorporated into its decision-making. Participants in the advisory board always receive a formal response from the Executive Board, including an explanation of the decision. Agendas, minutes and relevant documents are published publicly.
Next steps
The TBIC is intended to meet twice a year. The first meeting will take place in the first half of 2026. Interested stakeholders in the Netherlands can already register via the following email address: [email protected].