From Big Law to Big Impact:
Jim Black on Building Exits That Protect
Your Mission
What does it really mean to sell your business ethically? And more importantly—what if the most powerful way to protect your mission is to be the one doing the acquiring?
In this episode of Ethical Exits, we sit down with Jim Black, attorney, founder, and lifelong advocate for a better way to do capitalism. Jim brings two decades of experience in high-stakes M&A, corporate law, and purpose-driven business advising. From growing up watching his mother fight for disability rights in public schools to launching a B Corp-certified law firm, Jim’s story is as compelling as the legal insights he shares.
“We’re not going to win the battle on the regulatory front. The only way to win is to show there’s a better way to do capitalism.” — Jim Black
If you’re a founder navigating growth, succession, or sale—and want your values to live on after you exit—this episode is essential listening.
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