Brenna Davis
CEO. Author. Board Leader. Architect of regenerative leadership.
Helping leaders build what’s next—with courage, clarity, and systems that last.
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Leadership for a Regenerative Future
I’m Brenna Davis—CEO, board leader, and author of Leading Through Fire. I lead one of the largest trust-owned companies in the U.S., where we’ve proven that business can serve people, planet, and future generations—not just short-term profit.
I’ve spent the last two decades guiding companies, leaders, and boards through transformation—growth, ownership shifts, climate strategy, and culture change. From $20M startups to $200B multinationals, I’ve helped organizations embed purpose into their operations, governance, and leadership.
My work lives at the edge of regenerative business, stakeholder governance, and systems change. I believe leadership is not about control—it’s about courage, clarity, and the ability to build something that outlives you.
I write, speak, and advise on what it means to lead in a world on fire. And how we can build what's next without burning out.
Welcome to my corner of the web. You belong here.
I’ve spent the last two decades guiding companies, leaders, and boards through transformation—growth, ownership shifts, climate strategy, and culture change. From $20M startups to $200B multinationals, I’ve helped organizations embed purpose into their operations, governance, and leadership.
My work lives at the edge of regenerative business, stakeholder governance, and systems change. I believe leadership is not about control—it’s about courage, clarity, and the ability to build something that outlives you.
I write, speak, and advise on what it means to lead in a world on fire. And how we can build what's next without burning out.
Welcome to my corner of the web. You belong here.
Leading Through Fire: Resilient Leadership for People, Planet and the Future
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A Daily Practice for Resilient Leadership.
Leading Through Fire: Resilient Leadership for People, Planet, and the Future is the book I wrote for leaders who refuse to abandon the future. It’s for those holding complexity, navigating volatility, and still choosing to lead with courage, clarity, and care. Whether you are running a company, shaping a movement, or simply staying rooted in uncertain times, this book is a steady companion in the fire. Inside are nine chapters of practical tools, daily reflections, and real stories from the front lines of purpose-driven leadership. This isn’t a manifesto. It’s a morning read. A moment of grounding. A reminder that resilience is not a trait. It’s a practice. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead without losing your way—or how to build something enduring in a world that feels like it’s burning—this book is for you. → Join the waitlist and be the first to get your copy when it launches. |
Strategic Offerings for Transformational Leadership
Coaching for Emerging & Purpose-Driven Leaders
I’m a certified Human Potential Institute coach and a graduate of the SOI Mentoring and Leadership Program. I work with emerging and transitioning leaders who are ready to step fully into their potential—and lead with clarity, resilience, and purpose.
I believe emerging leaders aren’t just preparing for the future—they’re shaping it now. You bring fresh vision, bold energy, and the courage to challenge outdated systems. My role is to help you deepen your leadership capacity, align your work with your values, and navigate complexity with grounded confidence.
I offer coaching to a limited number of select clients by request. If you’re ready to grow your leadership and lead transformation from the inside out, I’d be honored to work with you.
→ Reach out to explore coaching.
I believe emerging leaders aren’t just preparing for the future—they’re shaping it now. You bring fresh vision, bold energy, and the courage to challenge outdated systems. My role is to help you deepen your leadership capacity, align your work with your values, and navigate complexity with grounded confidence.
I offer coaching to a limited number of select clients by request. If you’re ready to grow your leadership and lead transformation from the inside out, I’d be honored to work with you.
→ Reach out to explore coaching.
Board & ESG Advising
I believe governance is one of the most powerful tools we have to shape the future. I work with boards, trust protectors, founders, and executive teams who are asking the deeper questions:
What are we really here to serve? Who gets a voice? What legacy are we leaving behind?
Whether you're evolving your ownership model, integrating ESG into your core strategy, or preparing for long-term stewardship, I help leadership teams align around purpose, build for resilience, and lead with integrity.
This work goes beyond compliance. It’s about coherence—designing governance structures that reflect your values, center stakeholders, and create real, regenerative value over time.
If you’re ready to reimagine the role of leadership at the highest level, I’m here to help you build what lasts.
→ Reach out to explore advising.
What are we really here to serve? Who gets a voice? What legacy are we leaving behind?
Whether you're evolving your ownership model, integrating ESG into your core strategy, or preparing for long-term stewardship, I help leadership teams align around purpose, build for resilience, and lead with integrity.
This work goes beyond compliance. It’s about coherence—designing governance structures that reflect your values, center stakeholders, and create real, regenerative value over time.
If you’re ready to reimagine the role of leadership at the highest level, I’m here to help you build what lasts.
→ Reach out to explore advising.
Keynote Speaking
Speaking is one of the ways I lead. Whether I’m addressing a room of CEOs, a university lecture hall, or a global climate summit, my goal is the same: to spark clarity, courage, and a deeper sense of possibility in the people shaping our future.
I speak on regenerative leadership, stakeholder governance, systems change, and the personal resilience it takes to lead in times of transformation. My talks blend strategy with story, offering frameworks that move people from reflection to action.
Over the years, I’ve spoken on national news, live television, and international stages—from the White House to climate events and leadership forums around the world. But what matters most to me is connection: reaching people in a way that stays with them long after the event ends.
If you’re looking for a speaker who brings credibility, clarity, and heart to the stage—I’d love to talk.
→ Reach out to inquire about speaking.
→ Learn more about my public speaking engagements.
I speak on regenerative leadership, stakeholder governance, systems change, and the personal resilience it takes to lead in times of transformation. My talks blend strategy with story, offering frameworks that move people from reflection to action.
Over the years, I’ve spoken on national news, live television, and international stages—from the White House to climate events and leadership forums around the world. But what matters most to me is connection: reaching people in a way that stays with them long after the event ends.
If you’re looking for a speaker who brings credibility, clarity, and heart to the stage—I’d love to talk.
→ Reach out to inquire about speaking.
→ Learn more about my public speaking engagements.
Leadership, Resilience, and the Power of Story
Writing has always been one of my ways of making meaning—of connecting systems, telling the truth, and exploring what it means to lead and live well in times of transformation.
I write about regenerative business, climate disruption, governance, organic food systems, and the inner work of leadership. Through it all, I aim to offer clarity, care, and frameworks that help others lead with intention, courage, and a deep commitment to what truly matters.
My book Leading Through Fire: Resilient Leadership for People, Planet, and the Future brings many of these ideas to life—and I continue the conversation through essays, articles, and reflections shared here and beyond.
→ Explore Leading Through Fire.
I write about regenerative business, climate disruption, governance, organic food systems, and the inner work of leadership. Through it all, I aim to offer clarity, care, and frameworks that help others lead with intention, courage, and a deep commitment to what truly matters.
My book Leading Through Fire: Resilient Leadership for People, Planet, and the Future brings many of these ideas to life—and I continue the conversation through essays, articles, and reflections shared here and beyond.
→ Explore Leading Through Fire.
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Work that Matters
My work is rooted in a clear belief: business can, and must, be a force for good.
Throughout my career, I’ve championed values-driven leadership—from building resilient organic supply chains to shaping governance models that reflect the world we aspire to create. I’ve had the privilege of partnering with women-led enterprises, BIPOC founders, small producers, and purpose-driven brands that are redefining what’s possible. These aren’t side initiatives. They are the future of business.
Whether advising a board, mentoring emerging leaders, or speaking to a global audience, I bring the same commitment into every room: to center equity, elevate voices too often excluded, and help design systems that serve life across generations.
The future is not something we inherit. It’s something we build. And who builds it matters.
Throughout my career, I’ve championed values-driven leadership—from building resilient organic supply chains to shaping governance models that reflect the world we aspire to create. I’ve had the privilege of partnering with women-led enterprises, BIPOC founders, small producers, and purpose-driven brands that are redefining what’s possible. These aren’t side initiatives. They are the future of business.
Whether advising a board, mentoring emerging leaders, or speaking to a global audience, I bring the same commitment into every room: to center equity, elevate voices too often excluded, and help design systems that serve life across generations.
The future is not something we inherit. It’s something we build. And who builds it matters.
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Get Clear. Get Grounded. Get Moving.
In a time of complexity and constant change, your clarity is your power. The Purpose Power Worksheet is a practical, thoughtful tool I created to help leaders reconnect with what matters most—and take aligned action from that place.
Whether you're navigating a career transition, leading through change, or re-centering after burnout, this simple framework will help you:
This isn’t just a worksheet—it’s a moment to pause, reflect, and lead from your center.
→ Download the Purpose Power Worksheet
(and receive occasional leadership tools and updates—no spam, just substance)
In a time of complexity and constant change, your clarity is your power. The Purpose Power Worksheet is a practical, thoughtful tool I created to help leaders reconnect with what matters most—and take aligned action from that place.
Whether you're navigating a career transition, leading through change, or re-centering after burnout, this simple framework will help you:
- Reconnect to your personal and professional purpose
- Clarify your core values and how they show up in your leadership
- Identify what's draining your energy—and what fuels your fire
- Map your next right step with integrity and focus
This isn’t just a worksheet—it’s a moment to pause, reflect, and lead from your center.
→ Download the Purpose Power Worksheet
(and receive occasional leadership tools and updates—no spam, just substance)
