May 5, 2026

The Enlightened Bottom Line: Where Purpose Meets Profit

The Enlightened Bottom Line: Where Purpose Meets Profit
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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 at the World Bank Treasury and Calvert Special Equities, building expertise across finance, development, and mission-driven markets.

Her angel investments back bold ventures in fintech, health care, and climate solutions. She has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 Social Entrepreneur, member of the Council on Foreign Relations, Stanford Social Innovation Fellow, and Echoing Green Fellow.

She earned BA and MBA degrees from Stanford and studied at Oxford.

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