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 accountability
• How B Corps create culture, attract talent, and demonstrate business as a force for good
• The emotional journey of succession planning and ownership transitions
• Why governance and clarity build confidence for owners, employees, and buyers
• How to avoid leadership isolation and build trusted circles of accountability

If 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.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathan

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