Purpose-Driven Business: Balancing Social and Financial Goals With David Etienne - Ep. 23 Part 1

In this episode of the Leadership Luminaries Lounge Podcast, Kerry and Peggy welcome David Etienne, a seasoned certified public accountant, management consultant, and author with over 30 years of experience. David is the CEO of Etienne Business Solutions and Etienne Strategic Management Consulting. The discussion revolves around the importance of purpose-driven businesses, corporate social responsibility, and the challenges and strategies for integrating these values into business operations.David Etienne, CPA, CA, MSc, PMP |CEO | Business Strategist | Author | Speaker | Podcast Host David Etienne is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant, management consultant, and author with over 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and businesses navigate growth, improve operations, and build financial stability. As the CEO of Etienne Business Solutions and Etienne Strategic Management Consulting, David leads two firms committed to empowering clients across industries—including logistics, healthcare, real estate, and hospitality—through strategic financial guidance and operational insight. David’s expertise is rooted in a global perspective shaped by his work with international development organizations and government agencies such as the Inter-American Development Bank, the Caribbean Development Bank, and the Word Trade Organization. He holds a Master of Science in Accounting and credentials as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), and Project Management Professional (PMP). He is an ardent proponent of corporate social responsibility and embodies and promotes ethical business practices and sustainable business models as the way to viability and growth. In addition to consulting, David is a published author and the host of Crossroads, a podcast that divesinto real-world business challenges and the decisions that shape success. Whether working behind the scenes or speaking on stage, David is passionate about equipping leaders to make bold, informed moves for sustainable growth.David is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Georgia Society of CPAs, the Project Management Institute, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica. For more information about David and his speaking engagements, visit myebsolutions.com or etiennestrategicmc.com. Contact David at:[email protected]://www.facebook.com/168357576529718https://www.instagram.com/etiennes_placehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHoovrPlxOqgss2IJNMe4AAContact Kerry and Peggy at:Kerry:linkedin.com/in/kerrylbasshttps://makingitreality.com/Peggy:linkedin.com/in/peggyonealhttps://www.peggy-oneal.com/Leave us a comment and share this episode with your network!