About us

Honestly forward

We don't verify to lecture organisations, but as a step in a process on the way to a more sustainable world. Because once you know exactly where you stand, it becomes clear what's needed to move forward.

Our manifesto

Why we exist

Whether it’s about protecting the environment, helping people thrive at work, or strengthening corporate governance, Fira is driven by one ambition: helping businesses become more sustainable in every sense of the word.

But we don’t believe real sustainability grows from fear of the activist’s raised fist. Nor from being controlled by auditors pointing fingers.

We believe sustainability grows when organisations are assessed with precision, but especially with empathy. Understanding is a powerful catalyst. It lowers defences. It creates the openness to improve. That is true for people. And just as true for organisations.

When defences come down, establishing sustainability performance with complete clarity becomes much easier and thorough. But we don’t go about it like the uncompromising activist or the box-ticking bureaucrat.

We don't verify to lecture organisations, but as a step in a process on the way to a more sustainable world. Because once you know exactly where you stand, it becomes clear what's needed to move forward.

Fira. Honestly forward.

Our team

Lex de Bruijn

Founder and Lead Auditor

Jeroen Kampen

IT Architect

Emile de Wit

Lead Auditor and Technical Verifier

Kim Zwaan

Management Assistant

Rick Wesseling

Account Manager and Auditor

Partner Netwerk FIRA

Auditors / Specialists

Our culture

We combine empathy with clarity.

We take the time to understand before we assess. Because understanding lowers defences. And that makes honesty possible. Only then can we establish sustainability performance with clarity, creating the honest insight organisations need to move forward.

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know more about how we help companies become more sustainable?

  • What makes Fira different?

    We combine independent assurance with a genuine interest in and understanding of your business. We don’t just come looking for mistakes to point fingers at. We take the time to understand how your organisation works before we assess it. That deeper understanding leads to better insight. And we believe that’s the foundation of clear, independent sustainability assurance.

  • Why does independent sustainability assurance matter?

    Because sustainability has become part of doing business. Claims need evidence. Customers, banks, investors and business partners want confidence that your sustainability claims hold up. Our independent assurance provides that confidence, without passing judgment.

    We don’t provide assurance to judge, but solely to establish the facts with clarity, so you know exactly where you stand. The result? Greater trust. Greater credibility.

    Customers, banks, investors and supply chain partners increasingly expect evidence. Organisations that can’t substantiate their claims risk losing trust and damaging their reputation.

  • Does Fira only provide assurance, or do you also help organisations improve?

    We're an organisation that measures and verifies sustainability: assurance, in other words. But we do it in a way that encourages improvement. We verify with a genuine understanding of your business. Understanding lowers defences. That allows us to verify your sustainability performance even more thoroughly. Which means you can improve more effectively, make better choices, and take on sustainability yourselves.

  • What type of organisation does Fira work with?

    We provide assurance across every industry and sector. Our ideal clients are organisations that take sustainability seriously and want to communicate about it honestly. From SMEs to large enterprises. Whether you’re just getting started or already well advanced, independent insight always adds value.

  • What does “Honestly forward.” mean?

    It means real progress starts with knowing exactly where you stand. Not with polished stories or empty claims, but with honest insight. Because honest insight creates direction. It builds trust. And it gives organisations the confidence to keep moving forward.