Faith Driven Entrepreneur

Jared Fulks, co-founder of PureFlow, shares his transformative journey from six motorcycles in Uganda to a thriving business model focused on hospitality and community. He discusses divine opportunities spotted during encounters with Uber drivers and emphasizes the power of prayer in forming partnerships. Building trust in smaller cities and creatively acquiring customers through a football club strategy are key insights. Jared advocates for low-cost probes to test business ideas in Africa, showcasing the potential of emerging markets.

Join author and speaker Jordan Raynor as he challenges common misconceptions about heaven and its significance for entrepreneurs. He argues that cultural half-truths can strip away purpose and hope, while a true understanding of the new earth elevates all work, even spreadsheets, to a level of worship. Raynor emphasizes that eternity is 'now in session,' encouraging a shift in perspective that fosters joy and reduces the frantic pace of modern work. Get ready to rethink your approach to business and eternity!

Bestselling author and entrepreneur Jon Acuff shares insights from his journey in storytelling and leadership. He dives into the power of mental 'soundtracks' that shape entrepreneurial success and discusses how to replace negative thinking with empowering patterns. Jon emphasizes the necessity of embracing fear for growth and building resilience through starting anew. Practical tips include using conversation cards for meaningful family discussions and recognizing that failures can turn into impactful stories.

In this insightful discussion, Stephen Phelan, Chief Spiritual Integration Officer for Faith Driven Entrepreneur, shares his expertise on fostering faith-driven workplace cultures. He highlights the four fundamental human needs every employee has, vital for combatting Gen Z burnout. Stephen reveals how implementing 'Love Works' programs can create authentic community and support during crises. He advocates for small mentoring groups to build trust and belonging, transforming workplace dynamics and enhancing business outcomes.

In this engaging conversation, bestselling author and pastor Francis Chan shares his journey from mega-church leader to someone focused on a deeper relationship with God. He discusses the dangers of a busy lifestyle and the treadmill of endless achievement. Francis reveals why he asked God not to make him rich, emphasizing stewardship and living with an eternal perspective. He challenges entrepreneurs to prioritize love over metrics, embrace dependence on God, and use their success to impact the world positively.

From Sports Anchor to FinTech Pioneer: Building Payment Infrastructure for the Next BillionJoin host Justin Forman as he sits down with Benjamin Fernandes, founder of Nala and Rafiki, for an extraordinary conversation about resilience, rejection, and revolutionizing cross-border payments. From covering the World Cup as a 21-year-old sports anchor in Tanzania to building infrastructure that serves millions across Africa and Asia, Benjamin's journey is filled with divine appointments, Stanford miracles, and the grit required to solve problems for the next billion customers.This episode explores the massive diaspora remittance market ($129 billion to India alone), the entrepreneurial challenge of building FinTech infrastructure in emerging markets, and why the greatest export from developing nations might just be talent. Benjamin vulnerably shares the power of rejection as fuel, the importance of gratitude, and why sometimes you have to build the bridge for the next 200 entrepreneurs coming after you.Key Topics:The $129 billion remittance market and why diaspora communities are economic powerhousesFrom failing high school to Stanford MBA: A miracle story of divine provisionBuilding payment rails in Africa vs Asia: Infrastructure challenges and opportunitiesWhy 30-35% of Nala customers are entrepreneurs funding businesses back homeThe power of rejection letters as entrepreneurial fuelGoing church to mosque: The gritty early days of customer acquisitionHow migrants enable local economies to thrive in exponential waysNotable Quotes:"There's something that's very powerful when someone tells you you can't do something." - Benjamin Fernandes"With privilege comes responsibility." - Benjamin Fernandes"I don't believe the lowest income region the world should be charged the most amount for fees, for payments." - Benjamin Fernandes

Carey Nieuwhof, a leadership expert and former lead pastor, dives deep into the vital connection between pastors and entrepreneurs. He sheds light on the mutual intimidation these groups face and stresses the urgent need to combat the isolation crisis among business leaders. Carey argues that churches can transform into incubators for entrepreneurial endeavors, fostering real, meaningful connections over transactional ones. He shares practical strategies for engaging high-capacity leaders in church settings, aiming to unleash their potential for community impact.

In this captivating conversation, Jordan Raynor, an author and serial entrepreneur, challenges the boring norms of traditional biographies. He reveals how inspirational stories, like that of LEGO's founder, can motivate faith-driven entrepreneurs. Jordan discusses the integration of AI in storytelling, the joy of play in work, and the untold journeys of 'mere Christians' who've changed industries. With humor and insight, he encourages a fresh perspective on success and redemption, making the case for biographies that truly inspire.

Lazarus Chakwera, president of Malawi and former Assemblies of God pastor, describes answering a call to 'pastor the nation.' He discusses shifting Africa from aid to investment. He outlines Malawi's ATM strategy: agriculture, tourism, mining. He emphasizes infrastructure, electricity, youth as assets, and faith-driven partnerships between leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors.

Navigating Pandemonium: How Faith-Driven Entrepreneurs Can Rebuild Trust in a Broken WorldJoin host Justin Forman for a compelling conversation with Andy Crouch, bestselling author and senior fellow at Praxis, about the cultural moment we find ourselves in—one he describes as "pandemonium." In this thought-provoking episode, Andy unpacks why institutional trust has collapsed, what it means for entrepreneurs, and how the church's calling to serve offers a pathway forward.Drawing from his deep understanding of cultural dynamics and three-generation rebuilding cycles, Andy reveals why small businesses and the military are the only institutions maintaining trust above 50%—and what that means for Kingdom-minded entrepreneurs navigating uncertain times.Key Topics:Why our current moment is best described as "pandemonium" rather than chaosThe collapse of prestige hierarchies and rise of dominance-based leadershipHow COVID accelerated institutional trust erosion that was decades in the makingThe three-generation cycle of cultural rebuilding (lessons from Genesis)Why small businesses maintain high trust levels while other institutions failJesus's radical alternative to both dominance and prestige hierarchiesPractical strategies for lean, mission-focused entrepreneurship in uncertain timesNotable Quotes:"Institutionalism is when the actual mission of the institution becomes less important than just protecting the institution itself. You go off mission, and your mission becomes just protect our thing." - Andy Crouch"In the kingdom of God, anyone can be great because anyone can serve." - Andy Crouch (quoting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.)"If you aim for community, sometimes you get community, but rarely do, but if you aim for mission, oftentimes community is just a natural byproduct, and you're probably gonna get mission too." - Justin FormanAndy Crouch is a bestselling author, cultural commentator, and senior fellow at Praxis. His books include "Culture Making," "Strong and Weak," and "The Tech-Wise Family." He brings decades of experience analyzing cultural shifts and helping leaders navigate complex societal changes with wisdom and faith.