From Burnout to Buyout: Building Boards and B Corps with Jonathan Bennett

What does it take to lead with integrity, prepare for succession, and build businesses that truly last?In this episode of the Business Roundtable Podcast, host David W. Carr speaks with Jonathan Bennett—executive advisor, professional mentor, and strategist—who has guided founders, CEOs, and boards through some of their toughest challenges. Jonathan shares his journey from senior leadership in a large hospital to founding and scaling a successful B Corp consulting firm, and later selling it through a management buyout. Today, he helps leaders create psychologically safe workplaces, build high-functioning boards, and prepare for the emotional and strategic realities of succession planning. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why boards and advisory boards are essential for growth and accountabilityHow B Corps create culture, attract talent, and demonstrate business as a force for goodThe emotional journey of succession planning and ownership transitionsWhy governance and clarity build confidence for owners, employees, and buyersHow to avoid leadership isolation and build trusted circles of accountabilityIf you’re a business owner, executive, or consultant, this episode will show you how to move from burnout to buyout while building a company with resilience, integrity, and impact.Connect with Jonathan Bennett:Website: https://clearlythen.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/business-roundtable--6049255/support.Connect with Steward Your Business:Book a Leadership Clarity Call: https://calendar.stewardyourbusiness.com/ccCall: +1 909.404.9865Website: https://stewardyourbusiness.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwcarrWatch more episodes  and subscribe on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@steward_your_business