Christian Business Leader with Darren Shearer

On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Matthew Kaemingk. Matthew Kaemingk (PhD, Vrije Universiteit and Fuller Theological Seminary) is associate dean for Fuller Texas (Houston), scholar-in-residence at the Max De Pree Center for Christian Leadership, and assistant professor of Christian ethics at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is also a fellow with the Center for Public Justice and the coautho...

On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Bryan Dik. Bryan Dik, Ph. D., is a vocational psychologist, professor of psychology at Colorado State University, and co-founder and Chief Science Officer of jobZology. Bryan studies meaning and purpose in the workplace, calling and vocation in career development, and the intersection of faith and work. He has delivered keynote lectures on four continents,...

On this episode, we're joined by John Ramstead. John loves combining his experience as a Navy combat fighter pilot, Fortune 500 manager, and serial entrepreneur with his passion for helping leaders and their teams reach their full potential ... all while incorporating the valuable lessons he learned from surviving a near-fatal horseback riding accident in 2011. Recovering from a severe trauma...

On this episode, we're joined by Michelle Prince. Michelle helps people use the strengths and talents God has given them (seeds of greatness), to successfully lead in business and life. She is a best-selling author, motivational speaker, publishing expert, Cru Senior Leadership Initiative coach, and founder of Performance Publishing Group. She's helped thousands become published authors...

On this episode, we're joined by Jimmy Song. Jimmy Song is a Bitcoin Educator, Developer and Entrepreneur. Jimmy is the author of Programming Bitcoin, The Little Bitcoin Book, and his latest book, Thank God for Bitcoin: The Creation, Corruption and Redemption of Money. In addition, he's a Bitcoin Fellow at Blockchain Capital, a lecturer at the University of Texas, a speaker at Bitcoin co...

On this episode, we're joined by David Gill. David W. Gill has served as a seminary or business school professor of ethics for over 40 years. He was also the inaugural Mockler-Phillips Professor of Workplace Theology & Business Ethics at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary where he was also Director of the Mockler Center for Faith & Ethics in the Workplace. Prior to this, he served on...

On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Rick Martinez. Dr. Rick Martinez is the Assoc. Dean of Undergraduate Business Programs and a Professor of Business Administration in the College of Business and Entrepreneurship at North Greenville University. Prior to coming to NGU, Dr. Martinez served in numerous faculty and administrative roles at Baylor University, Houston Baptist University, and Oklah...

On this episode, we're joined by Steve and Charlene Rose. Steve and Charlene are co-authors of the new book, The Peanut Butter Promise: Spreading Hope to Fulfill Your Purpose! Steve is a seven-time author who was a radio personality before penning a one-of-a-kind, feel-good book called Leap of Faith: God Must Be a Packer Fan (Angel Press, 1996). The book sold 50,000 copies in less than a year...

On this episode, we're joined by Ted Shimer. Ted is the Founder of The Freedom Fight, an online porn addiction recovery program. Ted has mentored men since 1991 with the collegiate ministry Student Mobilization. He received his Master of Biblical Studies from Dallas Seminary and was trained as a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional-Supervisor. Ted has helped people overcome the bondage of porn...

On this episode, we're joined by Larry O'Donnell. Larry is the former President of Waste Management, where he led one of the greatest turnarounds in corporate history. He's the retired founder, Chairman of the Board, CEO and President of Rockwater Energy Solutions, Inc., now called Select Energy Services, which is a public company. He's best known as the first leader featured o...

On this episode, we're joined by Jeff Applegate. Jeff Applegate founded Texas Injection Molding in 2013 and serves as Chief Executive Officer. Texas Injection Molding provides plastic injection molding services to many industries in the south-central United States.  Jeff was the Co-Founder of the Greater Houston Manufacturing Association and serves on the advisory boards of the University of...

On this episode, we're joined by Catherine Gates. Catherine is Senior Director of Content & Partnerships for Workmatters, an organization that equips Christians to close the gap between their faith and work. Catherine has written workplace Bible studies and devotionals. She is on the board of Ladies of Grace, a women's prison ministry, and on the executive advisory council of the Wom...

Questions explored in this episode: Why companies market culture ... not merely products and services Why the marketplace is a great place for Christians How companies can set Christ-centered industry standards in every aspect of the business How to use the Christ-Centered Company Assessment tool to evaluate how closely your company's culture and operations are aligned with biblical principle...

On this episode, we're joined by Sam Voorhies. Sam serves as the executive director of the Center for Biblical Leadership and Professor of Leadership at the MacArthur School of Leadership at Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) in West Palm Beach, Florida. Prior to academia, Sam had a 30-year career in various roles of senior leadership in the humanitarian industry, including serving as globa...

On this episode, we're joined by Warwick Fairfax. Warwick is the founder of Crucible Leadership, a philosophical and practical breakthrough in turning business and personal failures into the fuel for igniting a life of significance. He has been hailed by Forbes as offering "compelling insights for anyone who would like to wake up feeling inspired by their work, but doesn't" ......

On this episode, we're joined by Dave Buehring. Dave is the Founder and President of the Lionshare Leadership Group, a nonprofit organization aimed at igniting and equipping leaders to fulfill Jesus' Great Co-Mission of making disciple makers. He's the author of several books, including A Discipleship Journey and the forthcoming book, The Great Opportunity: Making Disciples of Jesus...

On this episode, we're joined by Seth Barnes. Seth is the Co-Founder of Global U, a Christian gap year program for artists, builders, and entrepreneurs looking to live life on mission. He is also Founder of Adventures in Missions. Adventures in Missions is an interdenominational missions organization that has taken over 125,000 people into the mission field since 1989, some for as short as a...

On this episode, we're joined by Jerry Bowyer (Boier). Jerry is the Chief Economist of Vident Financial, Editor of Townhall Finance, and President of Bowyer Research. He is also Resident Economist with Kingdom Advisors, and serves on the Editorial Board of Salem Communications. He has been Forbes.com columnist and a frequent commentator on Fox Business News, Fox News, and CNBC. He has been a...

On this episode, we're joined by Becky Turner. Becky Turner is the National Managing Partner for The Barnabas Group, which provides opportunities to support Christian nonprofit organizations with their God-given expertise and skill sets. She is also the President and Founder of KBT Consulting and serves women in life coaching and non-profits in strategic planning and development. https://barn...

On this episode, we're joined by Mike Rome. Mike is Senior Partner and co-leads the Board, CEO, and Private Equity practices at Allen Austin, a consulting and retained search and leadership advisory firm. He helped to co-found the Center for Christianity in Business at Houston Baptist University. Prior to joining Allen Austin, he was CEO and Principal at Chilton Capital Management and CEO at...

On this episode, we're joined by Aaron McClung. Aaron is the founder and principal of AM, a full-service branding, marketing, and technology firm in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. For over two decades, AM has served businesses and nonprofits of all sizes including Carrier Corporation, AT&T, Sonic Restaurants, Phillips 66, North American Mission Board, Goodwill Industries, TobyMac, Kyser Musi...

Drawing on 25+ years of CEO experience of major corporations, Joel wrote Love Works, in which he introduces us to the power of agape love in the workplace. Love Works has sold over 100,000 copies, and a new expanded version was released in March 2020. Previously, Joel was Chief Executive Officer of SeaWorld and served as CEO of Herschend Enterprises, an entertainment company with brands such as th...

On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Bob Shearer. Dr. Bob Shearer has taught business law and management ethics at North Greenville University and Southern Wesleyan University, respectively. Today, he's helping to grow a startup called Carolina Buy, which is a purchasing cooperative for educators, governments, nonprofits, and churches in South Carolina. He's a highly decorated USAF...

On this episode, we're joined by Dave Kahle. Dave Kahle is the author of The Good Book on Business, an exploration of the Bible on business. He has been a Bible teacher, elder, house church leader, short-term missionary, and Christian executive roundtable leader. For 30 years, he has been one of the world's leading authorities on sales and sales systems. In that regards, he has spoken in...

On this episode, we're joined by Michael Holmes. Mike is founder of Tithehacker.org, a site dedicated to stirring up a revolution of giving. He's the author of I Shall Raise Thee Up: Ancient Principles for Lasting Greatness and Success Habits of Christian Millionaires. www. Tithehacker.org Questions and lessons explored in this episode: Who are some of the Christian millionaires (and bil...