Christian Business Leader with Darren Shearer

On this episode, we’re joined by Todd Stewart.  Todd Stewart is a follower of Christ and former CEO of Gulf Winds, where he led with a bold conviction: put God first, and trust the results. Starting as a forklift operator, Todd rose to lead and eventually sell the company, all while integrating faith and business. Under his leadership, the company’s mission statement was “To glorify God by providing world-class logistics services through continual investment in our people, clients, community, and the world we live in.”     He’s traveled globally sharing the gospel and has been honored by C12 and International Cooperating Ministries for his impact. He’s the author of Delivering Hope: Leading a Business That Builds the Kingdom of God. https://toddstewart.com/  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, we’re joined by Mary Elaine Baker.  Mary Elaine (along with her husband Brett) co-founded VAUSA®, a virtual assistant staffing company that helps businesses grow by providing remote team members, while intentionally integrating Christian values into how they operate. https://hirevausa.com/  Download the Freedom Framework Integration Plan: https://hirevausa65705.activehosted.com/f/59 Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with BestResults.AI founder Mike Burkesmith to discuss how Christians can achieve AI productivity gains without sacrificing authentic human connection. He and his company specialize in helping companies learn how to get the best possible outcomes from AI.  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Heather Wilson to discuss her journey of building GiveSendGo.com as a Christ-centered company. She shares the remarkable story of her platform getting hacked, which was followed by a miraculous story of forgiveness and provision.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Kandace Brands (business instructor at Dordt University) to discuss how she is leveraging The Christ-Centered Company book and assessment to teach biblical business to hundreds of business students who are, in turn, responsible for sharing the framework with hundreds of business owners and executives.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with LearningRx CEO Kim Hanson to discuss the Kingdom impact made through LearningRx’s 178 brain training centers around the world.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Adam La Barr to discuss his journey in simultaneously raising kids and businesses for the glory of God.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Jeff Wallace (CEO of Team Air Distributing) to discuss how he’s cultivating a Christ-centered company with 311 employees in which employees bear each other’s burdens during life’s darkest seasons.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Andee Hart to discuss her journey from Fortune 500 sales exec to the owner of a successful, Christ-centered wholesale candle company. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Matt Flegler to hear Matt’s astonishing accounts of God’s miraculous power at work in business. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Matthew Chang (Founder of Chang Robotics) to discuss AI, robotics, and the impending labor crisis from a Christian perspective. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Blake and Stephanie Alexandre (founders of the first certified regenerative farm in the U.S.) to discuss their entrepreneurial journey and Christian business leaders’ God-given responsibility to care for the environment.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Stefanie Gass to discuss her faith-first entrepreneurial journey as podcast coach, boy mom, and seven-figure CEO.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Scott Gates (President of Awake Window & Door Co.) to discuss his company’s bold hiring model: more than half its workforce is made up of formerly incarcerated individuals. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Howard Chang (designer of the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures) to discuss the development and launch of his new line of biblically themed toys.  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Steve Adams (Founder and CEO of International Business as Mission) to discuss how IBAM has funded and discipled hundreds of entrepreneurs globally to break cycles of poverty and advance the gospel.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with Dr. Michael Cafferky (former Ruth McKee Chair for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics at Southern Adventist University) to discuss how to reflect God’s character in business. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with former Arlington mayor and renowned civil engineer Jeff Williams to discuss how he leveraged a key biblical principle to transform Arlington, Texas from a pass-through town into the most popular U.S. tourist destination between Orlando and Vegas. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Darren sits down with marketing professor Dr. David Hagenbuch to discuss Christian ethics in advertising. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, architect, executive movie/music producer, and Kingdom philanthropist Raymond Harris explains how to be truly rich by investing with Kingdom currency. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Churchill Mortgage President/COO Matt Clarke explains how Churchill Mortgage honors God in its business and lending practices.  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, succession planning expert Harry Jones shares the biblical mandate all leaders have to work ourselves out of a job by preparing others to take our place, regardless of whether we own the company or not—because every job is temporary and because making disciples is the mission.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, theological anthropologist Dr. Drew Dickens shares redemptive and destructive uses of artificial intelligence and offers guidance to Christian business professionals on how to use AI for God’s glory. Dr. Drew and Darren also discuss whether the various AI models espouse specific worldviews.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Church history professor Dr. Charlie Self discusses key Christian leaders who have impacted the marketplace for Christ throughout Church history. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, holding company co-founder Philip Kulishov shares his experience with growing EBM, Inc. and helping the company’s seven co-owners stay onboard with its Christ-centered mission. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Christian ethicist Dr. Elisabeth Kincaid shares some of her top ethics and morality concerns for business leaders today. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Don Golden and Darren explore whether or not there’s a biblical basis for the ESG/DEI Movement. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, award-winning landscaping company owner Adam Hambleton shares his experience with leading a predominantly migrant workforce and treating them with Christ-like love, care, and honor. Darren asks Adam how he would advise President Trump regarding his immigration policy.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

We're back with 3 big announcements! Be sure to come back on Monday for brand new episodes.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Chuck Proudfit explains what Jesus really meant by the term translated as “church” in Matthew 16. (Hint: For Jesus, “church” was about more than just three songs and a sermon on a Sunday morning.)Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Al Lopus shares findings about corporate culture from Best Christian Workplaces’ in-depth research of more than 1500 Christian organizations. He reveals whether or not Christian-led companies outperform their industry peers and whether churches tend to have healthier workplace cultures than for-profit companies.Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com On this episode, Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt share their political and business experience as strong believers, shedding light on the power of faith.  Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt are the co-founders of The Prosper Group, a leading digital agency in Republican politics and Conservative advocacy, established in 2006. Under their leadership, the firm has played a pivotal role in the election of 103 members of Congress, 15 U.S. Senators, 14 Governors, and one President. Their innovative digital strategies have garnered over three dozen awards, and their expertise has extended internationally, working on campaigns and advocacy efforts in Mexico, Brazil, Ireland, and Belgium. In addition to their political victories, Kurt and Kristen are leading experts in the Liberty Spenders market, a $5 trillion economy of conservative and Christian consumers who prioritize spending with brands that share their values. Through their work at The Prosper Group and their data company, Mustard Seed Interactive, they help businesses and campaigns reach this influential audience. Outside of work, they enjoy spending time with their two children and are active speakers on political, business, and leadership topics. They've been married for 20 years and have a two-year-old and a four-year-old. https://www.prospergroupcorp.com/ https://themustardseedproject.org/ Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Sean Kouplen (CEO of Regent Bank) shares how one of America’s fastest growing banks also facilitates a prayer ministry among its employees. Sean also shares about a nationwide faith in work movement called 94X. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Wez Hone explains why business leaders must be aware of the spiritual forces we face in business every day so we can fight properly and experience victory in Christ.   Wez Hone is a dedicated dad, husband, and a leading 'faith-in-business' thinker. Following a vision he and his wife Kimberly shared, Wez founded Kingdom Business Global to train Kingdom entrepreneurs to apply Biblical principles in the marketplace and build profitable businesses that influence the world around them. Since the age of 18, he has built and sold nine companies and has generated over $1 billion in additional revenue for his clients.  www.kingdombusiness.global  Email Wez directly if they have any questions/comments: [email protected]  www.youtube.com/kingdombusiness Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Brent O’Bannon (the first Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach in the world) teaches how to do business with your God-given strengths and performs a live strengths-based coaching session with Darren. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Kurt Avery shares how his industry-leading outdoor products company (Sawyer Products) is making a Christ-centered impact through Kingdom-class products and generosity. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Russ Crosson shares how he and the leaders at Blue Trust cultivate a covenantal culture in their company as they share Bible-based financial guidance with their clients. Russ Crosson is chief mission officer and senior partner of Blue Trust. Russ was hired in 1980 as the second employee of Blue Trust. Prior to his current position, Russ served as president and CEO of Blue Trust (2002 - 2017). From 1999 - 2002, Russ served as executive director of the National Christian Foundation (NCF).   Russ is the author of several books including Your Life Well Spent, The Truth About Money Lies, What Makes a Leader Great, Your Money Made Simple, and Leverage. He has also been a featured speaker in many venues.   Russ graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in mathematics and a master's degree in education. Russ and Julie live in Roswell, Georgia. They have three sons, three daughters-in-law, and ten grandchildren. In his spare time, Russ enjoys playing pickleball and especially enjoys time with his grandchildren.  www.bluetrust.com  Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Mart Green shares how he and the Green family aim to reflect God’s character and ways through the culture and operations of Hobby Lobby and Mardel. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, investor and CEO Brian Slipka explains how adverse conditions in business can make it easier for us to recognize God’s presence and power. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, we're joined by JoAnn Flett. JoAnn Flett is a Senior Lecturer in Management and directs the MBA in Social Impact at Eastern University. Ms. Flett's research focuses on the role of business in society. She is interested in business that combines social mission and market activities to bring about societal change for the world's most pressing needs. Thanks to the fields of Social Entrepreneurship, and the Certified B-Corp Movement, there is now a whole body of research exploring how business is being used to address societal problems. Ms. Flett was recently awarded a 2019-2020 Fulbright Scholarship to the University of the West Indies, Trinidad and Tobago for teaching and developing social entrepreneurial capacity. Ms. Flett serves on the board of several high impact social organizations that include: Accord Network (100+ International Development Agencies); Capital of Good (performance philanthropy); Broad Street Ministry (practicing radical hospitality to vulnerable Philadelphians). JoAnn also serves on three advisory boards for Everence Financial-Philadelphia; Partners Worldwide, NCB Trinidad and Tobago; and Initiate Australia. JoAnn is married to Eric Flett (celebrating their 29th wedding anniversary this year) and the couple has two sons, Miles (23) and Elliot (19). Eric teaches theology at Eastern University. Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.comThanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Mike Thakur (author of Mike Drop) shares how he has taken risks in business with the goal of producing profit for the advancement of God's Kingdom.  Mike Thakur is one of Houston's "Most Admired CEOs" as founder of WorkLodge, been part of two Guinness World Record attempts, and recently released Mike Drop, a book that outlines God's plan to use Business & Entrepreneurship for Kingdom Impact. Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, labor/employment attorney Lucas Asper shares tips to help Christians minimize the risk of getting into legal trouble for faith expressions in the workplace. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Judy Weber shares why you might be charging too little for your products and services and why undercharging isn't a biblical business practice. Judy Weber Esq. is a renowned Business Expansion Expert.  Her years of judicial trial experience and entrepreneurial growth have equipped her to support women as they tap into their God-given confidence while growing their businesses to miraculous levels of success. As host of the long-running, globally-ranked "Joyful Business" podcast, she inspires entrepreneurs to incorporate proven business strategies while building on a foundation of faith.  http://judyweber.co/offerchecklist  Joyful Business Podcast Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

 On this episode, Andrew Cooper shares lessons from his new book, The Ethical Imperative, and how he follows Christ in his leadership role at Facebook. Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Daniel Stein shares how his pioneering fitness company (Special Strong) serves individuals with mental, physical and cognitive challenges for the glory of God. Diagnosed with a learning disability as a child, Daniel Stein found strength and confidence through fitness, transforming his life. As an author, speaker, personal trainer, and entrepreneur, he is dedicated to helping those with disabilities unlock their potential through fitness. In 2016, Daniel founded Special Strong, a pioneering fitness company catering to individuals with mental, physical and cognitive challenges. To date, Special Strong has empowered over 10,000 people, and the movement continues to expand through new franchise locations. Daniel lives in Texas with his family and is actively involved in their church. www.specialstrong.com   Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Nneka Unachukwu (aka. "Dr. Una") shares how she has been using God's principles to help thousands of her fellow physicians to build more profitable businesses. Dr. Una is a pediatrician, serial entrepreneur and co-pastor of Dominion City church alongside her husband of 18 years. She is on a mission to help 100,000 physicians build profitable businesses so they have the freedom to live life and practice medicine on their terms. She does this through the top 1% EntreMD Podcast, multiple bestselling books, live events, and the EntreMD Business School. Her company has been listed on the Inc 5000 list of fastest growing privately-held companies for two years in a row.  She also homeschools her four children. www.youtube.com/@successbythebook   www.EntreMD.com   Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Rich Mason shares how the Lion's Den is providing a forum for connecting Christian entrepreneurs with Christian investors. Rich Mason has worked over 40 years in technical, business, and ministry, founding six startup companies, and evaluating many startups in his career. As founder of Alpha Kingdom Capital, a Business as Mission Venture Capital Firm, and as an angel investor and Serial Entrepreneur, Rich Mason has a heart for helping people fulfill their God-given callings in starting Christian-run businesses. He also started the Lion's Den in Tampa, Florida-which now has four locations-where they offer community, training, and pitch events for Christian startups. His startups participated in several industries, including Communication Services Provider, Smart Buildings, Computer Networking Services, and Alternative Energy.  Rich's ministry includes founding Alpha World Ministries, which did the original Do You Believe event, chairing the council in the Tarpon Springs church his family and he attended, leading small groups and Bible studies, organizing hurricane relief, among other serving positions.  After finishing college in the Tampa, Florida, area, he and his family felt led to Portland, Oregon, where they currently divide their time with Tampa Florida. He and his wife of thirty-seven years have three grown children.  AlphaKingdomCapital.com  Lions-den.org  Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Quilen Blackwell shares how he's using a sustainable flower farm, shop, and delivery company to mentor at-risk youth. Quilen Blackwell is the cofounder of the Chicago EcoHouse and Southside Blooms, organizations dedicated to eliminating poverty through sustainability. He's the grandson of Arkansas sharecroppers who moved to Milwaukee so his grandfather could secure a factory job in the aftermath of the Civil Rights Movement when racial tensions were high.  After earning his Bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Blackwell went on to serve in the Peace Corps in Thailand. When he returned to the United States, he enrolled in a Chicago ministry school where God led him to commit to a life of community service.   He began by tutoring high school students in Englewood, where he saw the devastating impacts of inner-city poverty. Eventually he and his partner (now wife), Hannah Bonham Blackwell founded the Chicago Eco House to transform blighted urban lots into sustainable flower farms. That grew into Southside Blooms, which provides jobs on these farms and in a flower shop to at-risk youth.  Quilen is always amazed to see how God's hand moved through the suffering his grandfather endured working the land in the Jim Crow South all the way to the freedom he now enjoys and shares with others.  https://southsideblooms.com  Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com  Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Uli Chi explains how the scriptural truth that "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom" should impact the way we conduct business. He also shares other lessons from his new book, The Wise Leader.   Uli Chi has led for-profit businesses, nonprofit organizations, the theological academy, and the local church, gleaning a wealth of wisdom from each. As an award-winning technological entrepreneur, he founded a software company that developed 3-D virtual reality software, revolutionizing decision-making for consumers and businesses. He is the board chair of the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health System in the Pacific Northwest. He also lends his expertise to the advisory boards for the Benaroya Research Institute and the Virginia Mason Institute, both in Seattle. He serves as the vice chair at the Max De Pree Center for Leadership at Fuller Seminary in Pasadena.   Uli has been part of his local Presbyterian congregation for over fifty years and has served that community in a wide variety of leadership roles.  He's the author of the new book titled, The Wise Leader. The Wise Leader book site: https://depree.org/books/wise-leader/ See the link to the De Pree Center page featuring Uli's content: https://depree.org/bios/uli-chi/ Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

On this episode, Tamra Andress shares how she keeps joy and play at the center of her company's culture as expressions of God's character. Tamra Andress is a 6x #1 Amazon best-selling author (...and counting) featured in Forbes, USA Today, Inc., Entrepreneur, LA Weekly and many other well-known publications. She's keynote speaker, and top podcaster - with The Messenger Movement podcast and two other shows. She's a serial entrepreneur who works with high-capacity Christian leaders to become millionaire messengers and share the Good News. She is wildly in love with words and The Word! Through her publishing company, F.I.T. (fit) in Faith Press, she catalyzes messengers in the marketplace by building buisnesstry through publishing, podcasting, and platform development while keeping play at the core! Her non-profit, The Founder Collective, focuses on ordaining and sustaining marketplace ministers and is launching an Academy in 2026.  https://fitinfaithmedia.com/quiz  Thefoundercollective.com   Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com Thanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don’t forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at [email protected] if you’re interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.