Building a Life of Purpose: Finding Clarity & Driving Change with Richard Bynum

In this episode of the First Buck podcast, host Nic Cary interviews Richard Bynum, Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer at PNC Financial Services Group, where he leads initiatives on community development, diversity, and PNC’s $88 billion Community Benefits Plan. Bynum discusses building a culture of service, the importance of diversity, and how entrepreneurs can leverage mentorship and resources for growth and impact. The episode emphasizes how aspiring entrepreneurs can develop business acumen, build a supportive team, and leverage community resources to drive meaningful impact and long-term growth.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- Discover how to build a culture of service that drives both business success and social impact.
- Learn the value of forming strong relationships with mentors and advisors for personal and professional growth.
- Understand the importance of financial planning and capital management for long-term business sustainability.
- Gain insights on how diversity and inclusion can strengthen your business strategy and problem-solving approach.
- Find out how to leverage community resources and corporate partnerships to support your entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode…
Nic Cary interviews Richard and they discuss the lessons learned during his career journey including:
- The importance of building strong relationships and a culture of service in both business and community work.
- The value of diversity and inclusion in fostering innovation and effective problem-solving.
- The necessity of financial acumen and strategic planning to support sustainable business growth and impact.

 

Sponsor for this episode...

This episode is brought to you by Sky’s The Limit, one of the largest nonprofit programs for underrepresented young adult entrepreneurs in the US. Sky’s The Limit is a quick-growing digital platform that connects entrepreneurs with their peers, volunteer business mentors, training resources, and funding.

Our goal is to develop the social capital that founders need to chase their business dreams.

To learn more, visit https://www.skysthelimit.org.