Bryan J. Stewart
Leadership. Character. Results.
Serving mission-focused,
values-led leaders and organizations
to plan, grow, lead and serve
with passion and purpose.
Board Director | Governance Expert | CEO | Entrepreneur | Veteran
PDA CertifieD in Private Company Governance and ESOP Essentials
Biography
Mr. Stewart is a distinguished board member, certified governance expert, and accomplished executive with extensive experience serving in fiduciary and advisory roles across corporate, non-profit, education, and government boards. As the founding President of the Alabama chapter of the Private Directors Association (PDA), Bryan has helped shape governance practices for private companies. He has completed certification programs on Private Company Governance and ESOP Essentials. He is also a recognized author and speaker on leadership, entrepreneurship, and corporate governance.
Approach & Value
As a seasoned board director, I help organizations navigate complex governance challenges, strategic growth, and financial oversight. I specialize in CEO succession planning, risk management, strategy, and driving sustainable organizational growth. Whether guiding through crisis situations, facilitating seamless leadership transitions, or optimizing board governance structures, I focus on building strong, mission-driven organizations that thrive.
What sets me apart is my unique blend of expertise in both public and private sectors, supported by board certification in Private Company Governance and ESOP Essentials. I bring over two decades of leadership in Fortune 500 companies, private equity-backed firms, and entrepreneurial ventures. My network of industry leaders, investors, and CXOs spans healthcare, medical devices, and life sciences, enabling me to connect the right people and resources to unlock growth opportunities.
I serve on boards because I’m passionate about mission-driven leadership and contributing to the long-term success of organizations that align with my values. I thrive on mentoring and coaching emerging leaders and am committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, integrity, and high performance. Serving as a board director allows me to pay forward the lessons of leadership I’ve gained and create a lasting impact by guiding organizations to succeed and serve their stakeholders effectively.
Board Experience
Work Experience
Bryan’s dynamic business career spans both public and private sectors. He has held leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies such as Medtronic, Abbott Laboratories, and Zimmer Biomet and made impactful contributions to private equity-owned firms like AmeriPath and Healogics. His proven ability to lead companies through growth and transformation is showcased in his current roles as the Founder and CEO of HDO Health, a medical device company, and Principal of The Leadership Seed, where he coaches and mentors emerging leaders and entrepreneurs.
As a connector and visionary leader, Bryan has built diverse, high-performance teams that deliver exceptional results. His strategic insight and governance experience enables him to break down silos, foster collaboration, and drive organizational growth. Bryan is also a founding member of The Bullpen, an invite-only network of life science investors and CXOs.
Education & Certifications
Executive Education Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania |
Master of Business Administration Webster University |
Bachelor of Science The Ohio State University |
Private Company governance
esop
essentials
Thought Leadership
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Bryan J. Stewart
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