The certification that proves your company invests in humans. AI usage is welcome — but not at the cost of real jobs.
Getting certified is straightforward. No red tape, no corporate gatekeeping.
Share your business website URL. We'll gather your details automatically. Fill in a short form with your workforce commitment.
We connect with 2 references (employees or partners) who confirm your people-first practices. Quick and confidential.
Once verified, receive your PBP emblem, frameable certificate, and listing in our directory. Celebrate on social media.
No tiers. No upsells. Just honest certification.
Display this emblem on your website, social media, email signature, and storefront to show the world you invest in people.
Businesses that have proven their commitment to people-first practices.
Farm-to-table dining experience rooted in community and crafted by a dedicated team of chefs and servers.
Texas-sized travel centers known for clean facilities, fresh food, and a massive workforce of friendly associates.
Premium outdoor products built with craftsmanship and a workforce that takes pride in quality manufacturing.
A beloved creamery producing ice cream the old-fashioned way — with dedicated people in every step of the process.
Community-owned co-op grocery committed to local sourcing, fair wages, and keeping humans at the heart of every aisle.
Nashville's iconic hot chicken served with Southern hospitality by a team that keeps the tradition alive.
These are sample listings. Seed companies will be added upon launch.
Fill out the form below. We'll handle the rest.
AI is transforming every industry — and that's not inherently bad. But when businesses quietly replace workers with algorithms and pocket the savings, communities suffer. We founded Powered by People because every job matters. Every paycheck supports a family. We believe businesses can embrace innovation while keeping humans at the center.
PBP certification isn't anti-technology. It's pro-people. We verify that businesses using AI do so responsibly — augmenting their workforce, not eliminating it.
We celebrate technology that makes workers more productive. AI should lift people up, not push them out.
Our verification is straightforward. No hidden fees, no bureaucracy. Just honest certification.
Every certified business strengthens local economies and keeps real dollars in real families' hands.
It means your business has been independently verified to use AI responsibly — as a tool to augment your workforce, not replace it. You maintain human jobs and commit to keeping people employed.
Absolutely. PBP certification isn't about avoiding AI. It's about using it responsibly. If you use ChatGPT, automation tools, or AI software to make your team more productive — that's great. The line is drawn when AI replaces human positions without backfilling.
Most businesses are certified within 5–7 business days. Submit your application, we verify with your references, and once approved you'll receive your emblem and certificate.
We reach out to the 2 references you provide with a brief, confidential questionnaire confirming your people-first practices. It takes them about 2 minutes.
We're launching with a focus on US businesses, particularly in the South, but PBP certification is available to businesses worldwide.
Yes. Certification is $100/year and can be cancelled anytime. If you cancel, your listing and emblem rights are removed at the end of your term.