Faith Ventures Podcast

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Faith Ventures is about telling stories of Christians doing business for the glory of God. The virtue of market-driven work that serves other people is part of God’s design, and thus we should care about the principles of individual liberty that make that possible. This podcast inspires listeners to realize how their faith in Jesus affects everything around us, including our work in the marketplace.

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Ep. 27: Thinking Really Big, with Juan Acosta

May 06 2024 33 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes tech entrepreneur Juan Acosta. We dive into his inspiring journey integrating faith and business, and how this philosophy has shaped his entrepreneurial endeavors. Juan shares his personal story of immigration, early entrepreneurship endeavors, and educational exploration, all while coming to grips with deeper faith during struggles. We hear about Juan’s c

Ep. 26: Pro-Life Meets Fintech, with Arturo del Rio

Apr 18 2024 32 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes Arturo Del Rio, partner and chief mission outreach officer at Pro Life Payments. We take a deep dive into the journey of a man who has woven his faith into the fabric of his entrepreneurship, from his early days serenading diners to a total career shift into the tech industry despite not having a technical background. His story is a testament to the power of

Ep. 25: Biblically Responsible Investing, with Robert Netzly

Apr 04 2024 33 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes Robert Netzly, CEO of Inspire Investing and a major thinker behind the concept of "biblically responsible investing". Robert shares his unusual journey from teaching 4th grade to spearheading one of the fastest-growing investment firms in the nation. We take a deep dive into the moral impact of our financial decisions and how Robert envisions aligning invest

Ep. 24: Ghost Writing as a Christian, with Jeff Miller

Mar 21 2024 30 mins  
In this episode of the Faith Ventures Podcast, we welcome to the show Jeff Miller, the CEO and chief writer of ChristianGhostWriting.com, a devoted pastor of Godspeed Church, and a man who wears multiple hats with grace and purpose. We delve into Jeff's incredible journey from a career in music and opera to following his faith and leaving it all behind to plant a church. This pivot

Ep 23: Life in Christian Media, with James Burkhardt

Feb 22 2024 30 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes Christian media business veteran James Burkhardt to talk about his storied career in the industry and how he helped shape it into what it is today. From setting up a modest book table in college to working with Campus Crusade and a miraculous donation of 10,000 Bibles, James embodies the power of faith in action. Join us as James recounts his pivotal switch

Ep 22: Engineering, Workplace Ethics, & Liberty, with Pat Dixon

Feb 01 2024 32 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes my long-time friend and colleague Pat Dixon. Pat is an accomplished engineer, entrepreneur, and liberty advocate, and he is VP of Automation at Pulmac Systems and consults as well as DPAS, Inc. Pat and I discuss the evolution of our engineering careers, ethical dilemmas in the professional space, and the importance of maintaining faith-based principles throu

Ep 21: Unleashing Your Leadership Potential, with Guy Rodgers

Jan 18 2024 38 mins  
Summary - Unleashing Your Leadership Potential, with Guy RodgersFaith Ventures welcomes Guy Rodgers, a seasoned business and nonprofit leader, leadership coach, and founder of Flourishing Leadership. In this episode, we delve into the integral components of character, growth, and service in the marketplace. Guy emphasizes the significance of humility, self-examination, and the will

Ep 20: "Leadership is helping others find their way," with John Savage

Jan 04 2024 33 mins  
Faith ventures welcomes John Savage, founder of The Savage Group leadership consulting firm. John shares his journey from his early commitment to Christ to founding The Savage Group and his focus on equipping the saints for works of service in the marketplace and church. They discuss the challenges of navigating theological beliefs within leadership roles, the importance of buildin

Ep 19: From Stage to Screen: Matt Neff's Journey into Biblical Storytelling

Dec 21 2023 40 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes Matt Neff, CEO of Sight and Sound, a renowned live production company with a passion for bringing Bible stories to life on stage and screen. We dive into Matt's journey, from starting as a stage technician to leading the company, and his deeply rooted conviction that storytelling is a powerful gift for inspiration and ministry. Matt shares how his team's tra

Ep 18: Thriving in Business, Embracing God's Timing, and Emotional Toughness, with Mark Odland

Dec 13 2023 31 mins  
Faith Ventures welcomes Mark Odland, founder of Lion Counseling and author of "Taming the Tiger." Starting with Mark's career journey, we discuss his move from art to counseling in the context of the crucial topic of mental health awareness. We talk about how Christians often misunderstand and resist opportunities where counseling and therapy can help. Mark shares insights about th