Faith Driven Entrepreneur
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Faith Driven Entrepreneur exists to encourage, equip, empower, and support Christ-following entrepreneurially-minded people worldwide with world-class content and community. Here, you'll find conversations with business leaders from around the world who will share how their faith affects their work.
Episodes
- Episode 374 - The Bible Mentions Money 2,300X. Here’s the Good Money Framework | John Coleman
Good Money: A Framework for Human Flourishing Through Your Finances What if the way you relate to money is quietly undermining everything you're working toward? Host Justin Forman sits down with investor, author, and Harvard Business Revie…
- Episode 373 - Why Christian Entrepreneurs Must Take Their Blinders Off | Brandon West
Branding, Business, and Breaking Hearts: How One Creative Agency Is Ending Sex Trafficking Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Brandon West, Chief Purpose Officer and founder of PHOS Creative, in an honest conversation about what…
- Episode 372 - Your Industry is Broken. Are You Called to Fix It? | Zachary Levi
Hollywood Is Broken—And That's Why Zachary Levi Is Building Something New Actor, entrepreneur, and faith-driven creator Zachary Levi (Chuck, Shazam!) sits down with Justin Forman at SXSW to pull back the curtain on Hollywood, authentic sto…
- Episode 371 - 1 Billion People Still Don’t Have the Bible: Here’s the Plan | Mart Green
From ROI to EROI: How One Entrepreneur Is Helping Eradicate Bible Poverty by 2033 What happens when a retail entrepreneur has a Holy Spirit moment at a Bible dedication ceremony in Guatemala — and never looks at business the same way again…
- Episode 370 - What @theschoolofhardknocks Creator Has Learned Interviewing Billionaires
Humility, Legacy, and the Why Behind It All: Building a Global Media Platform with James Dumoulin Host Justin Forman sits down with James Dumoulin, co-founder of the School of Hard Knocks, for a candid conversation about what it really tak…
- Episode 369 - If Gen Z Won’t Come to Church, Meet Them Online Instead | Sean Dunn
Sean Dunn, founder of GroundWire, shares insights on reaching Gen Z through digital evangelism, utilizing data-driven strategies and targeted online messaging. The episode covers GroundWire's approach to ministry and marketing, achieving s…
- Episode 368 What Entrepreneurs Get Wrong About Heaven | Randy Alcorn
Host Justin Forman talks with author Randy Alcorn about common Christian entrepreneurial beliefs regarding rewards, happiness, and work in eternity, contrasting them with biblical teachings and historical influences.
- Episode 367 - Running a Business Inside a Maximum Security Prison | Pete Ochs
Pete Ochs shares his experience of establishing a manufacturing business within a maximum security prison, leading to significant social and spiritual transformation for inmates. The business operates on principles of economic, social, and…
- Episode 366: He Built a $400M Company… Then Gave It Away | Alan Barnhart | FDE Podcast Ep. 366
In this episode of Faith Driven Entrepreneur, host Justin Forman speaks with Alan Barnhart, co-founder of Barnhart Crane & Rigging. Barnhart shares the story of building his company to over $400 million in revenue and subsequently transfer…
- Episode 365 - If God Owns It All, How Should You Build a Business? | Ron Blue
On Faith Driven Entrepreneur, Ron Blue joins host Justin Forman to discuss his experiences in financial institutions and entrepreneurship. They explore timeless questions about business ownership, stewardship, and contentment, emphasizing…
- Episode 364 - Church Planting Secrets Every Entrepreneur Needs | Dave Ferguson
Dave Ferguson, co-founder of New Thing Network, shares insights on church planting and entrepreneurship with host Justin Forman. The episode covers multiplication strategies, the similarities between pastors and entrepreneurs, and the conc…
- Episode 363 - How Entrepreneurs Are Solving Africa’s Unemployment Crisis | Elizabeth Ntege
Elizabeth Ntege, CEO of NFT in Uganda, discusses her efforts to combat unemployment across Africa through human resource management. She shares her experiences with navigating ethical challenges, including choosing values over a significan…
- Episode 362 - How Hobby Lobby Built an $8B Business Without Losing Its Soul | David Green
Hobby Lobby founder and CEO David Green shares the story of building his $8 billion business. He discusses the transition from stewardship to ownership, the challenges faced, and the generational framework established to ensure the company
- Episode 361 - How Dude Perfect’s Parents Raised Kids With Strong Faith
Larry and Diann Cotton discuss raising their children, the founders of Dude Perfect, with a focus on faith, purposeful entrepreneurship, and nurturing individual gifts. They share personal insights on navigating success while prioritizing…
- Episode 360 - Why NASCAR Legend Carl Edwards Walked Away at His Peak
NASCAR Hall of Famer Carl Edwards shares his journey from racing success to walking away at the height of his career, detailing his struggles with fame, identity, and his eventual discovery of faith through a mountaintop experience.
- Episode 359 - How a Prayer App Beat Netflix & Amazon to #1 | Alex Jones (Hallow)
Alex Jones, CEO of Hallow, shares the story of the Catholic prayer app's growth from humble beginnings to achieving over one billion minutes of prayer and 27.5 million downloads. He discusses his personal faith journey, the app's focus on…
- Episode 358 - The 5 Types of Wealth Every Entrepreneur Needs | Sahil Bloom
Sahil Bloom joins Faith Driven Entrepreneur to discuss his framework for the five types of wealth: time, social, mental, physical, and financial. The episode explores how entrepreneurs can build fulfilling lives by prioritizing these aspec…
- Episode 357 - Why Pro Sports Is the Greatest ROI for Gospel Impact | Steve Stenstrom
Steve Stenstrom, President of Pro Athletes Outreach, talks with host Justin Forman about athletes using their platforms to share their faith. Stenstrom believes professional sports offer significant return on investment for gospel impact a…
- Episode 356 - What Entrepreneurs Actually Need From Their Church | Mark Grunden & Josh Seabaugh
Join host Justin Forman with Mark Grunden and Josh Seabaugh for a pivotal conversation about the unprecedented opportunity emerging at the intersection of church and entrepreneurship. Recorded during Faith Driven Entrepreneur's staff retre…
- Episode 355 - The Most Obvious Gap in the Church No One Talks About | Mark Vroegop
Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Mark Vroegop, President of The Gospel Coalition, for a timely conversation about the growing but often disconnected faith and work movement. Mark brings a rare dual perspective—thirty years of p…
- Episode 354 - This 4-Pillar Model Is Transforming Uganda's Future | Andrew DeVaney
Solving Big Problems Together: Uganda's Four-Pillar Model for Community Transformation Join host Justin Forman in conversation with Andrew DeVaney, founder of As One Africa, for an inspiring discussion about what it takes to solve intercon…
- Episode 353 - This CEO Built a $1B Company In 5 Years Without Compromising His Faith | Bill Yeargin
Join host Justin Forman for a milestone conversation with Bill Yeargin, CEO of Correct Craft, as they celebrate the company's 100th anniversary. From refusing bribes that led to bankruptcy, to refusing to work Sundays during WWII, to growi…
- Episode 352 - He Solved Africa’s $1 Trillion Food Waste Crisis Using Orange Peels and Faith | Jean-Paul Nageri
Join host Justin Forman in Nairobi, Kenya, as he sits down with Jean-Paul Nageri, co-founder of KaFresh, for an extraordinary conversation about finding divine solutions hidden in plain sight. When Jean-Paul watched his father's banana har…
- Episode 351 - The Day I Transferred 51% Ownership to God | Bertie Lourens
Beyond the Bumper Sticker: What It Really Means When God Owns Your Business Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Bertie Lourens, founder of a waste management company that has transformed the lives of 2,300 people across South Afri…
- Episode 350 - Building a $5B Counter-Trafficking Industry | Tim Tebow & Wes Lyons
Join host Justin Forman in Boulder, Colorado, for a powerful conversation with Tim Tebow and Wes Lyons at the Clapham gathering—where 150 entrepreneurs are uniting to disrupt one of the world's darkest evils: human trafficking. This episod…
- Episode 349 - How Faith and Technology Will Shape the Future of the Church | Pat Gelsinger, Ex-Intel CEO
At the Gutenberg Moment: How AI is Reshaping Faith, Technology, and Kingdom Impact Join host Justin Forman for a pivotal conversation with Pat Gelsinger in Boulder, Colorado, exploring how faith-driven leaders can steward the most transfor…
- Episode 348 - The $6K Startup That's Transforming African Mobility | Jared Fulks
From Dallas Uber Rides to Uganda Motorcycles: How One Partnership Is Transforming African Mobility Join host Henry Kaestner as he sits down with Jared Fulks, co-founder of PureFlow, for an inspiring conversation about building Kingdom busi…
- Episode 347 - Most Christian Entrepreneurs Dread Heaven (But Should They?) | Jordan Raynor
Beyond Harps and Clouds: Rethinking Heaven, Work, and Eternity Join host Justin Forman and author Jordan Raynor in Dallas for a paradigm-shifting conversation about what heaven actually looks like—and why it matters for your business today…
- Episode 346 - From Fear to Action: Rewiring Your Entrepreneur Mind | Jon Acuff
Flipping the Script: How Entrepreneurs Can Rewire Their Mental Soundtrack Join host Justin Forman for an intimate conversation with bestselling author and entrepreneur Jon Acuff in his Nashville home office. Surrounded by international edi…
- Episode 345 - The 4 Human Needs Every Employee Has at Work | Stephen Phelan
Building Faith-Driven Culture: The Four Human Needs Every Team Member Has Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Stephen Phelan, Chief Spiritual Integration Officer for Faith Driven Entrepreneur, in the iconic red-walled Movement Mor…
- Episode 344 - Why Francis Chan Asked God NOT to Make Him Rich | Francis Chan
Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with bestselling author and pastor Francis Chan for a profound conversation about the tension between building and being, success and faithfulness, and the danger of running on life's treadmill witho…
- Episode 343 - From World Cup Anchor to Tech Founder: Serving 40M People | Benjamin Fernandes
From Sports Anchor to FinTech Pioneer: Building Payment Infrastructure for the Next Billion Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Benjamin Fernandes, founder of Nala and Rafiki, for an extraordinary conversation about resilience, re…
- Episode 342 - From Isolation to Impact: Connecting Entrepreneurs in Church | Carey Nieuwhof
Breaking the Silence: Why Pastors and Entrepreneurs Need Each Other Join host Justin Forman for an enlightening conversation with Carey Nieuwhof, leadership expert and former lead pastor, as they tackle one of the most important conversati…
- Episode 341 - Make Biographies Great Again: How Stories Shape Entrepreneurs | Jordan Raynor
Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Jordan Raynor to explore why most biographies fail to inspire and how reimagining these stories can transform faith-driven entrepreneurs. Through the lens of LEGO's miraculous founding story and…
- Episode 340 - God Said "Pastor the Nation" And He Listened | President Chakwera
From Pastor to President: Transforming Africa Through Faith-Driven Investment Join host Justin Forman from a stunning lakeside location in Malawi as he sits down with President Lazarus Chakwera, one of the rare world leaders who transition…
- Episode 339 - Why the Military & Your Barber Are More Trusted Than Institutions | Andy Crouch
Navigating Pandemonium: How Faith-Driven Entrepreneurs Can Rebuild Trust in a Broken World Join host Justin Forman for a compelling conversation with Andy Crouch, bestselling author and senior fellow at Praxis, about the cultural moment we…
- Episode 338 - Why Most "Faith-Driven" Businesses Fail the Authenticity Test | Dave Blanchard
Join host Justin Forman for a crucial conversation with Dave Blanchard, CEO of Praxis, as they pause to reflect on where the faith-driven entrepreneurship movement stands today. In a year marked by uncertainty and rapid change, Dave shares…
- Episode 337 - Why Society Trusts Entrepreneurs 2X More Than Pastors | Mark Grunden
When Church Meets Business: Unlocking the Power of Partnership Join host Justin Forman as he reunites with Mark Grunden, who brings a unique perspective from both the business world and pastoral ministry. Their unexpected connection at the…
- Episode 336 - Ex-Royalty Goes All-In on Africa’s $1 Trillion Underground Economy | Sadiq Edu
Join host Justin Forman as he sits down with Sadiq Edu, co-founder of Pika, in Lagos, Nigeria, for an extraordinary conversation about faith transformation, entrepreneurial courage, and the power of data to lift nations. Sadiq shares his r…
- Episode 335 - How Dude Perfect Built Trust with 100M+ Fans | Coby Cotton
Join hosts Justin Forman and Dana Roefer as they go behind the scenes with Coby Cotton, one of the founders of Dude Perfect, to explore his journey from college basketball tricks to building one of the world's most trusted family entertain…
- Episode 334 - Tech CEO Moves Company to an Avoided Neighborhood | Chi-Ming & Juliette Chien
In this powerful episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast, hosts Justin Forman and Kevin Kim sit down with Chi-Ming and Juliette Chien to explore their radical decision to relocate their successful tech company from San Francisco's…
- Episode 333 - The Walmart Architect's Secret to Kingdom Currency | Raymond Harris
In this profound episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast, host Justin Forman sits down with Raymond Harris, a distinguished architect, executive producer, and venture capitalist who founded one of the largest architectural firms s…
- Episode 332 - Building God-Glorifying VR Tech to Compete with Apple & Meta | Renji Bijoy
In this powerful episode recorded at SXSW, host Justin Forman sits down with Renji Bijoy, founder and CEO of Immersed, the most-used application in the AR/VR space. Renji shares his journey from PhD student to tech entrepreneur, his missio…
- Episode 331 - This AI Can Replace Your Doctor (And It's Free?) | Clint Phillips
Recorded live at SXSW, this episode features Clint Phillips, the healthcare entrepreneur who broke a Guinness World Record and is now revolutionizing medicine with AI technology. Clint shares his journey from South African rugby player to…
- Episode 330 - 60% of Students Will Work Jobs That Don't Exist Today | Dana Roefer
Key Topics Discussed The Current Challenges Facing Teens: 60% of today's students will work in jobs that don't exist yet Social media pressure and public identity formation College costs forcing earlier career decisions Record levels of an…
- Episode 329 - Nothing to Fear, Nothing to Hide: Brent Beshore's Viral Letter
In this special episode recorded at SXSW in Austin, Texas, hosts Justin Forman and Richard Cunningham sit down with Brent Beshore, founder and CEO of Permanent Equity, to discuss what it means to take a long-term, cathedral-like perspectiv…
- Episode 328- When the White House Calls: The Other Side of Comfort with Steve Preston
In this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast, host Justin Forman sits down with Steve Preston, CEO of Goodwill Industries, to discuss his remarkable journey from Wall Street executive to nonprofit leader. Unlike the typical pat…
- Episode 327 - The Founder Timeline Myth: Mark McClain's Path to IPO and Back
Mark McClain, founder and CEO of SailPoint Technologies, shares his non-traditional path to entrepreneurship after 10 years in corporate America. He discusses building a successful tech company with faith-based values, navigating multiple…
- Episode 326 - When Death Knocked Twice: Travis Penfield's Blueprint for Scaling During Crisis
Key Moments Travis shares his recent experience meeting Jack Nicklaus and John Maxwell, highlighting Nicklaus's emphasis on family over golf achievements The powerful story of Travis's brain tumor in 2016, requiring him to relearn basic fu…
- Episode 325 - The Silent Cost of Success (That No One Is Talking About) with Lloyd Reeb
Every entrepreneur dreams of the freedom that comes with success, yet Lloyd Reeb discovered a surprising paradox - the very prosperity he worked so hard to achieve was quietly eroding his freedom and purpose. Instead of letting money becom…