In this episode of Impact CEO, Duane Donner sits down with B.J. Davis, co-founder of Grit Land Company and one of the founding members of the Abide & Lead community, for a deeply personal conversation about failure, redemption, and discovering your true identity in Christ.

B.J. shares the incredible story of growing up in a strong Christian home, drifting from his faith, chasing success, and ultimately losing everything during the 2008 housing collapse. At rock bottom, with his marriage failing, his business gone, and nowhere to turn, God met him in a life-changing way.

But this isn't just a story about salvation. It's about the years that followed as B.J. learned the difference between simply believing in God's grace and truly abiding in Christ every day. This is an honest conversation about grace, discipleship, and second chances. Whether you're leading a business, rebuilding after failure, or simply longing for a deeper walk with God, B.J.'s story is a powerful reminder that God isn't finished with your story yet. Subscribe, share, and connect with us at @abideandlead.

Episode Resources:

• Grit Land Company: https://gritlandco.com/

Abide and Lead Resources:

• Abide and Lead: https://abideandlead.com/experiences

• The Heritage Forum: https://www.heritageforums.com/

• Duane Donner's Word of the Week: https://abideandlead.com/wow

• Watch more episodes: https://abideandlead.com/podcast

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How do you build a business that lasts long after you're gone?

In this special installment of the Impact CEO Summer Stories Series, Duane Donner continues sharing the story behind Founders Advisors and the leadership lessons that transformed his business from a founder-dependent company into an organization built for long-term impact.

Picking up after the 2008 financial crisis, Dwayne reflects on the season that led him to burnout and the pivotal decision to hire a leader who would eventually help build the systems, culture, and team that allowed the company to scale beyond himself. Along the way, he shares why leadership isn't about holding on to control, but empowering others to flourish.

Whether you're leading a startup, growing a mature company, or thinking about your long-term legacy, this conversation offers practical wisdom on building a business that can thrive for generations while staying rooted in God's purpose.

Subscribe, share, and connect with us at @abideandlead.

Abide and Lead Resources:

• Abide and Lead: https://abideandlead.com/experiences

• The Heritage Forum: https://www.heritageforums.com/

• Duane Donner's Word of the Week: https://abideandlead.com/wow

• Watch more episodes: https://abideandlead.com/podcast

Follow along on Socials:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abideandlead/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abideandlead

What does it take to build a business that thrives for generations—not just financially, but spiritually?

In this episode of Impact CEO, Duane Donner welcomes Price Hightower, founder and CEO of Tower Homes, for a rich conversation about leadership, legacy, succession, and the power of surrounding yourself with wise counsel.

From launching his business at just 27 years old with little experience and no income, to leading a thriving real estate company for more than three decades, Price shares the leadership lessons that have shaped his journey and why humility, mentorship, and dependence on God have been the foundation of it all.

Price shares lessons from over 30 years of entrepreneurship, navigating crisis, developing future leaders, and creating a culture of generosity and stewardship. A practical and encouraging conversation for leaders who want to build businesses and legacies that endure. Whether you're an entrepreneur, CEO, or leader preparing for your next season, this conversation offers practical wisdom on building a company that outlives you while remaining faithful to God's calling. Subscribe, share, and connect with us at @abideandlead.

Episode Resources:

• Tower Homes: https://www.towerhomes.com/

Abide and Lead Resources:

• Abide and Lead: https://abideandlead.com/experiences

• The Heritage Forum: https://www.heritageforums.com/

• Duane Donner's Word of the Week: https://abideandlead.com/wow

• Watch more episodes: https://abideandlead.com/podcast

Follow along on Socials:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abideandlead/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abideandlead