Creative Studio Promotions & Technology achieves EcoVadis Gold rating, placing them in the top 3% of companies worldwide for sustainability practices.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Michigan-based Creative Studio Promotions & Technology, a certified woman-owned business, has earned a Gold rating from EcoVadis, ranking in the top 3% of over 500,000 companies assessed globally for sustainability practices. This achievement highlights their commitment to ethical and environmentally responsible business operations.
The Gold rating, awarded during the company’s first EcoVadis assessment, validates their dedication to sustainability across four key areas: ethics, environmental responsibility, labor and human rights, and sustainable procurement. To secure this recognition, companies must achieve an overall score of 70–77, placing them among the top 5% of EcoVadis-assessed businesses worldwide.
“This rating distinguishes us,” said Ann Vidro, co-owner of Creative Studio Promotions & Technology. “It validates and quantifies what has been our commitment for years. Businesses focus on supplier diversity and sustainability; we could always say with confidence that we rank high. This rating gives us the proof.”
Proven Sustainability Practices Drive Recognition
Creative Studio’s commitment to sustainable practices is evident in their operations. The company has worked extensively with clients on initiatives such as recycling and upcycling outdated branded merchandise. Through their re-purpose program, they have successfully diverted over 100,000 pounds of branded items from landfills by finding new uses for them.
“We’ve been partnering with clients for years on recycling, upcycling, or finding new uses for branded merchandise,” said Menda Wright, co-owner of Creative Studio Promotions & Technology. “Sustainability has been at the heart of our business model, and this recognition solidifies our efforts.”
Balancing Growth and Environmental Responsibility
This sustainability accolade comes just months after Creative Studio achieved their eighth ranking on the Inc. 5000 list in August 2024, which celebrates America’s fastest-growing private companies. Since its founding in 2012, the company has grown rapidly while maintaining a strong commitment to ethical practices and environmental stewardship.
The business provides a comprehensive suite of services, including branded merchandise and apparel support, e-commerce site design and management, warehousing, and global product delivery. With locations in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Jackson, and Lapeer, Creative Studio has become a trusted partner for businesses nationwide.
What is EcoVadis?
EcoVadis is a globally recognized sustainability rating platform that assesses companies’ environmental and ethical practices. The Gold rating is valid through December 2025, signaling continued recognition of Creative Studio’s sustainability journey.
Businesses evaluated by EcoVadis are scored on their sustainability performance across a range of criteria. By achieving the Gold standard, Creative Studio has demonstrated excellence in areas that increasingly drive consumer and corporate purchasing decisions.
About Creative Studio Promotions & Technology
Creative Studio Promotions & Technology is a woman-owned enterprise that specializes in branded merchandise, apparel, and e-commerce services. Known for its commitment to innovation and sustainability, the company continues to earn accolades both locally and nationally. Their work aligns with the growing focus on environmentally conscious business practices and supplier diversity.
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