The Enlightened Bottom Line: Where Purpose Meets Profit

The Enlightened Bottom Line: Where Purpose Meets Profit

From Leadership Beyond Borders by Kimberli J. Lewis

May 5, 2026 · 49 min

About this episode

This episode explores a new vision for leadership that integrates purpose and profit, featuring guest Jenna Nicholas.

What if success in business wasn't just measured by profit—but by purpose, impact, and inner alignment? In today's episode, we explore a bold new vision for leadership that challenges traditional capitalism and invites us to rethink how we build, invest, and lead. From redefining legacy to integrating spirituality into decision-making, this conversation dives into what it truly means to create value—not just for shareholders, but for society and us . If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to succeed in business without losing your soul, this episode is for you. Abou the Guest Jenna Nicholas is an author of the book The Enlightened Bottom Line: Exploring the Intersection of Spirituality, Business, and Investing, available at https://jenna-nicholas.com . She is an impact investor, and her work connects purpose, capital, and innovation worldwide. She is an entrepreneur and president of LightPost Capital, leading strategies that have helped direct billions of dollars toward sustainable solutions and inclusive growth. Through Impact Experience, she has helped bridge gaps between investors and underserved communities, expanding access to opportunity. Nicholas previously worked…

People in this episode

Host: Kimberli J. Lewis

Guest: Jenna Nicholas

Topics covered

  • leadership
  • business ethics
  • impact investing
  • spirituality in business
  • sustainable solutions
  • social entrepreneurship

Keywords

  • purpose
  • profit
  • leadership
  • impact
  • spirituality
  • sustainability
  • social impact
  • business success

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: LightPost Capital, World Bank Treasury, Calvert Special Equities, Forbes

Books & works: The Enlightened Bottom Line: Exploring the Intersection of Spirituality, Business, and Investing

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