Aera CEO Says ‘Luxury and Sustainability Can Coexist’ as Brand Earns B Corp. Certification

Aera is marking a new milestone in its business. The luxury vegan footwear company has earned B Corporation Certification after what the company said was a “demanding and rigorous evaluation” of its governance, workers, community, and impact on both people and the environment. As a B Corp., Aera said that it now meets verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. The brand also noted that it is the first luxury footwear company with this certification. “When we first founded Aera in 2019, we challenged ourselves to create a footwear brand that sets a new standard by proving that luxury design and quality do not have to be compromised in the name of sustainability,” explained Tina Bhojwani, co-founder and CEO of Aera. “In building Aera, we’ve been methodical in our approach, measuring every environmental and social impact. Becoming a B Corporation is a key part of our journey in producing luxury vegan footwear that’s manufactured with a sense of responsibility for human, animal and environmental welfare.” CREDIT: KEZI BAN FOR AERA Bhojwani launched Aera with the help of veteran designer Jean-Michel Cazabat and investor Alvertos Revach in May 2019. Named after the Ancient Greek word meaning “to lift up,” Aera is focused on

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