Ep 536 Resilient Leadership – Brenna Davis, CEO of Organically Grown Company (OGC)

In this episode of the Real Leaders Podcast, Kevin Edwards sits down with Brenna Davis, CEO of Organically Grown Company, to explore what it means to lead with purpose in a world shaped by burnout, comparison, and constant change. Brenna shares why she wrote Leading Through Fire: Resilient Leadership for People, Planet, and the Future, and how clarity around purpose can help leaders show up with more energy, authenticity, and resilience.The conversation goes deep on the power of imperfection, the danger of perfectionism, and why real leadership starts with being excellent — not flawless.

Brenna also unpacks the innovative perpetual purpose trust model behind OGC, showing how businesses can protect mission, align stakeholders, and prove that financial performance and values-driven leadership can work together.

From organic agriculture and healthy food systems to consumer demand, sustainability, and the future of AI, this episode is a timely look at how mission-led companies can create lasting impact.

If you care about leadership, purpose, and the future of business, this one is for you.