Ep 2096: An Unexpected Path to Leadership

Seven years after her first interview on iWork4Him, Jeanna Roach returns to share a powerful story of transformation, both personally and professionally. From a long-awaited answered prayer to unexpected career shifts, Jeanna opens up about her journey from Vice President of Sales & Marketing to CEO of the six Betenbough Companies. Her story is one of deep surrender, holy ambition, and faithful leadership rooted in a Kingdom-first mindset. 

What You’ll Hear in This Episode: 

  • When Obedience Looks Like a Demotion: Jeanna describes the difficult decision to take a lower title and paycheck—and how that choice unlocked deeper blessings 

  • From Marketing to CEO: The winding road that led her from department leader to executive, and how God used every season as preparation 

  • Kingdom Culture in the Workplace: Why Betenbough Companies relentlessly pursues a culture of unity, honor, and flourishing for all—and how Jeanna leads with those values 

  • Leading Authentically as a Woman: Jeanna’s encouragement for Christian working women to lead in their God-given design, not as imitations of their male counterparts 

  • Keeping Balance: The boundaries and spiritual disciplines Jeanna uses to keep her priorities aligned as a wife, mother, and CEO 

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 Featuring: Jeanna Roach

Ministry/ Workplace: Betenbough Companies

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