Unconventional Business Network

Executive Briefing | Kansas City
2023-11-16 07:00 - 08:30 (America/Chicago) | UBN Offices, 10550 Barkley Street Suite 116, Overland Park, Kansas, 66212
Attend Unconventional Business Network’s Executive Briefing November 16thDiscover Who We Are, What We Do & What’s In It For You!
Join us for a hot breakfast, mingle with professionals and enjoy a brief presentation by UBN’s CEO, Rick Boxx. Learn more about UBN and gain a better understanding of the faith at work movement.
Plus, engage with Mike Willich, UBN’s Director of Network Engagement, as he offers ways to get involved in UBN and practical means to incorporate your faith at work immediately.
Come Check Us Out! Hear What We’re About! Remove All Doubt!
RSVP: By November 10, 2023. Seating is Limited.
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T-Factor Watch Party & Virtual Event
2023-11-09 09:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us for a transformative t-factor Watch Party & Virtual Event: Hosted by UBNPlease join us on November 9th, as we host a transformational event called t-factor! t-factor’s purpose is to transform workplace cultures for good, for God and for growth. This FREE virtual and in-person instructional initiative is designed for CEOs, senior leaders and influencers interested in transforming their organization to a purpose-driven and faith-friendly workplace.
Hear from Frank Harrison, Chairman and CEO, of Coca-Cola Consolidated as he shares their transformation story and how Coca-Cola Consolidated continuously strives to be a company that honors God, serves others, pursues excellence and is driven to grow profitably. Other transformative topics from expert speakers include:
• Purpose and culture
• How to operationalize your purpose
• Legalities of faith in workplace
• Chaplaincy
• Teammate motivation
• Giving and generosity
• Faith-friendly culture
Please join us from 9 am – 1:30 pm CST on November 9th!
It’s FREE! Participate virtually in the comfort of your office or home or join an in-person watch party.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Physical Locations for Watch Parties:
Des Moines: Foster Group, 6601 Westown Pkwy #100, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Springfield: Life360, 1349 W. Meadowmere, Springfield, MO, 65807
Kansas City: Ryan Lawn and Tree, 5425 Antioch Dr, Merriam, KS 66202
NOTE: The event is free and includes a box lunch FOR IN-PERSON WATCH PARTIES ONLY.
ALL registrants receive a box of resources and goodies from Coca Cola Bottling. See you then!
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Fall Dinner for Women in Business
2023-11-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrews Golf Club, 11099 W 135th Street, Overland Park, KS, 66221, United States
“Bee Organized” with Kristen ChristianThe Buzz Beehind Bee Organized
Beeing Organized Clears Clutter and Amplifies God’s Voice, Resulting in Peace
Kristen Christian, founder of professional home and life organizing company, Bee Organized, has “simplified hives” since 2015. Creating a buzz among those desiring organized and clutter-free spaces, Bee Organized now has a prosperous colony of franchises nationwide.
Kristen will light-heartedly and humorously shed light on your relationship with STUFF, motivate you to make tweaks and pivot your physical environment – so you can better hear God’s voice and receive His peace in the daily chaos.
Join us for our fall women’s dinner and hear this Queen Bee’s testimony of faith, God and service – resulting in a honey pot of success.
Event Emcee: Kendri Burkett, Senior Sales Director, Mary Kay
Please bring towels, travel-size toiletries, toothbrushes or men’s underwear (LG or XL) and help us support Healing House, a substance use disorder recovery organization. Thank you.

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Des Moines City Connect: Stephen Kendrick
2023-10-12 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines, 205 S. 64th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
From Pastor to Producer: The Stephen Kendrick StoryStephen Kendrick shares his journey from a small-town pastor in Georgia to big time movie producer. Best known for Overcomer and War Room, hear Kendrick’s incredible story and unconventional approach to movie production which left Sony’s executives heads spinning. Hint, God and prayer were at the heart of it. Don’t miss his unique and inspiring story!
Stephen Kendrick dedicates his life to Jesus Christ, making His truth and love known among nations. Former Senior Associate Pastor at Sherwood Baptist Church in Albany, Georgia, Stephen writes, speaks and produces Christian films with brothers, Alex and Shannon – Comprising Kendrick Brothers Productions. Stephen is best known for his movies: Overcomer, War Room, Courageous, Fireproof, Facing the Giants, and Flywheel. He also co-wrote the NY Times bestselling books, The Love Dare, The Resolution for Men, and The Battle Plan for Prayer.

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KC City Connect: Kim Anthony
2023-09-21 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Olathe Conference Center, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
From Pain to PurposeKim Anthony Shares Her Story of Overcoming Adversity, Achieving Success and Staying Faithful to God Through It All
Hear Kim Anthony’s first-hand account of growing up in an environment of drugs, violence and financial hardship. Her inspiring story details her journey from pain to purpose, as she provides strategies she used to rise in the face of adversity, even when she felt like giving up. More importantly, she’ll reveal how her faith in God sustained her through those hardships and how her faith sustains her now in leadership.
Kim Anthony is an author, speaker and leadership coach with a passion of helping others walk in the fullness of who God created them to be. A former ESPN sports reporter, she has also appeared on Focus on the Family, Family Life Today and 700 Club. Kim has written a memoir, Unfavorable Odds, and owns BrillianceMode LLC, where she helps leaders find their voice and strengthen their presence wherever they lead.

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Networking Event | Kansas City
2023-09-13 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Busey Bank, 11440 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood, Kansas

Mocktails Happy Hour for Professional Women
2023-07-27 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | UBN Offices, 10550 Barkley Street Suite 116, Overland Park, Kansas, 66212
Cheers to Networking: Mocktails Happy HourCalling all professional females! We invite you to gather at Unconventional Business Network for networking, mocktails, iced coffee, snacks and door prizes. Forward this email to other career-minded ladies or bring your colleague. This no-agenda, no-sales, faith at work event is focused strictly on networking with other women. See you soon. Cheers!

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Des Moines City Connect: Dr. Richard Blackaby
2023-06-29 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines, 205 S. 64th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
Join us for this special luncheon event with Dr. Richard Blackaby!Richard is the president of Blackaby Ministries International and lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Richard travels internationally speaking on spiritual leadership in the home, church, and marketplace as well as on spiritual awakening, experiencing God, and the Christian life. Richard regularly ministers to Christian CEOs, church, and family leaders.

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KC City Connect: Brig Sorber
2023-06-15 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Olathe Conference Center, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Join us for this special luncheon event with Brig Sorber!Brig is part of the founding family of Two Men and a Truck, the largest franchised moving company in North America. He worked his way up from being the first of two movers alongside his brother, to president and CEO. This journey and experience gave him a unique leadership philosophy and led him to write a book designed to show those who feel they don’t have the pedigree, diploma, or energy how to take charge of their lives and move forward.

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Networking Event: Family & Friends Cookout
2023-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Sar-Ko-Par, West 87th Street Parkway, Lackman Rd,, Lenexa, KS, 66215, United States
Join us for this Friends & Family Cookout!
Join us at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park for networking and fellowship with Kansas City business leaders who are integrating their faith into their work. We will meet from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM for a cookout and an on-site ice cream truck.
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Summit 2023
2023-04-26 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Olathe Conference Center, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Get the blueprint for leading like Daniel!It takes vision, discipline and courage to become an unconventional business leader who follows God’s own heart. It takes a blueprint.
Our annual Summit convenes small-business owners and managers from around the country to hear from giants in the faith-at-work space who have worked out the design for leading God’s way. Together in one place for one day, our speakers will motivate you with their passion, promote thoughtful examination with the stories of their own challenges, and give you tactical, faith-driven steps to persevere.
Our culture today sets the Godly leader up to shrink and step back or down. There has never been a more important time to hear evidence-based testimonies from faith-driven leaders that no mission is impossible with God.
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Spring Dinner for Women in Business
2023-04-04 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | St. Andrews Golf Club, 11099 W 135th Street, Overland Park, KS, 66221, United States
Join us for a time of networking and learning! Our Spring Dinner will feature keynote speaker Dacia Moore. Dacia is a licensed professional counselor who is passionate about equipping woman of God with Biblical confidence. Television personality and author, Dr. Susan Harrison, will join us on stage as our emcee for the night.
Mark your calendars!
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Networking Event | March 8, 2023
2023-03-08 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Busey Bank, 11440 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood, Kansas
Join us for this Networking Event at Crossfirst Bank Headquarters!Stop by for any amount of time between 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM to connect with others and meet a few new faces.
We will be gathering at CrossFirst Bank Headquarters in Leawood, Kansas, and we can’t wait to hear all God is doing for you and through you.
We will supply the coffee and pastries. All you have to do is stop by and get to know the people in this amazing community. No registration needed!

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Networking Event | March 8, 2023
2023-03-08 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago)
Join us at CrossFirst Bank Headquarters on March 8th for networking and fellowship with Kansas City business leaders who are integrating their faith into their work. We will meet from 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM with refreshments, coffee and door prizes.
CrossFirst Bank Headquarters:
11440 Tomahawk Creek Parkway, Leawood KS

KC City Connect: Danan Hughes
2023-02-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Olathe Conference Center, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS, 66061, United States
Danan Hughes is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League. Hughes is a football analyst and commentates the weekly Missouri Valley Football Conference Game of the Week.
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Des Moines City Connect: Auntie Anne Beiler
2023-02-09 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines, 205 S. 64th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
Auntie Anne Beiler is best known as the founder of Auntie Anne’s®, the world’s largest pretzel franchise. But before rising to success, Anne went through years of defeat, despair, and depression that kept her stuck in a place of darkness. It was through her pain, however, that she discovered a new purpose.
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Matt Syverson & Jonathan Harrison
2022-12-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
Matt SyversonMatt Syverson: As Managing Partner & Senior Wealth Advisor at Sound Stewardship, Matt truly enjoys guiding his clients through meaningful financial decisions. He has served in wealth management since 2000 and launched Sound Stewardship in 2004. As a business owner and fee-only financial planner, he enjoys the privilege of helping his clients uncover God’s will for their lives and aligns their resources to fund it.
Jonathan HarrisonJonathan Harrison: Jonathan is a Partner and Wealth Advisor at Sound Stewardship since 2015. Combined with several years as a Giving Advisor with National Christian Foundation Heartland, he has the ability to bring insight, flexibility and freedom to each client’s unique situation. He helps high net worth individuals with their philanthropy, which entails both interesting family dynamics and complex situations surrounding their giving.
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Bolderness Conference | UBW
2022-11-04 17:30 - 2022-11-05 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Lenexa Conference Center, 8741 Ryckert St,, 8741 Ryckert St,, KS, 66219, United States
Get ready for an exciting power-packed weekend full of faith, fun, and targeted business strategies to help you boldly live out your plan and purpose. Now is your time to step out and follow the inner whisper of the Holy Spirit telling you, “There is more!”
Register for the first annual UB Women’s Bolderness Conference! This women-only event is on November 4th and 5th, with doors opening Friday evening at 5:30 pm and running through Saturday until 3:00 pm. In this two-conferences-in-one approach to the weekend, you will be immersed in worship, spiritual nourishment, and informative business wisdom.
Friday night, you will get to pause and bask in worship with the band Chasing Grace, followed by speakers sharing insightful and enriching messages on the MIND, BODY, and SPIRIT designed to renew and refresh your spirit.
Saturday morning, come back with your business hats on, ready to grow and strengthen your professional skills and learn how to incorporate God into your everyday tasks. You will hear from savvy, driven women who love Jesus and strive to honor Him as they pursue their God-given dreams. You will enjoy a weekend surrounded by women with similar hearts and minds, create new connections and friendships, and leave empowered to embrace your own Bolderness journey.
Dinner will be served on Friday, and refreshments and lunch on Saturday. All guests will receive a swag bag upon arrival.
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Cayla Craft | Webinar
2022-11-03 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | This is a Virtual Zoom Event
Cayla grew a 7-figure health and wellness company in her twenties and now runs a successful 7-figure coaching practice under the Mommy Millionaire brand.
Cayla’s three beautiful kids and supportive husband have all seen a dramatic positive change in her family’s energy throughout this process. They’re all thankful that she took the leap and chased her dreams relentlessly.
Her ultimate goal is to help one million moms become millionaires using the same principles she used to become a millionaire, too. She doesn’t just aim to inspire others but aims to give concrete tips and tactics that can help lead those she works with to success.
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Tommy Bowden | Football Coach & Sportscaster
2022-10-27 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines, 205 S. 64th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
Download Flyer HereHead football coach at Tulane and Clemson Universities | Conference USA Coach of the Year | two-time ACC Coach of the Year | Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coach of the Year | ESPN and FOX sportscaster| Author of Winning Character: A Game Plan for Success
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For Tommy Bowden and his late father, legendary college football coach Bobby Bowden, one might say linking football with Christianity was a family endeavor. But what does a former renowned college football coach have in common with you, a Christian businessperson? A winning strategy. Whether you’re playing field is in in the football arena or boardroom, It’s all in the C.A.R.D.S. – commitment, accountability, responsibility, discipline and sacrifice. Hear Tommy Bowden challenging each one of us to be businesspeople of character and integrity.
More About TommyTommy Bowden is an unabashed evangelical Christian who openly confesses that he used his Christianity as a recruiting tool during his long and successful career coaching college football. His father, Bobby Bowden, the former Florida State football coach, helped create chaplaincies at schools across the South. One might say linking football with Christianity was a family endeavor.
From an outstanding student-athlete at West Virginia University, to the two-time ACC Coach of the Year at Clemson University, to widely sought-after motivational speaker, Tommy Bowden has dedicated his life to making a difference in others’ lives.
After spending several years as an assistant football coach at Florida State, Duke, Alabama, Kentucky, and Auburn Universities, Tommy Bowden became the head coach at Tulane University in 1997. In just his second season with Tulane, he led his team to an undefeated season, a Conference USA Championship and a win in the Liberty Bowl. Tommy was also named Conference USA Coach of the year.
In 1999, Tommy took the head coaching position at Clemson University. In that first season, the Tigers set or tied 41 school records, including 26 on offense. He was named Conference Coach of the Year in 1998, and ACC Coach of the year in both 1999 and 2003.
In 2006, Tommy received the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coach of the Year Award.
Since retiring from Clemson in 2008, Tommy has become one of the nation’s most sought-after motivational speakers. He has appeared as an expert college football analyst on ESPN television and radio, as well as, co-hosted two football television shows, one with FOX Sports and one with the ACC Football Network.
Tommy speaks frequently about leadership and recruiting outstanding teams.
Married to his high school sweetheart, Linda, for more than 40 years, Tommy and Linda have two children and four grandsons. He is a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ.

Randy Linville | Webinar
2022-10-06 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
Randy Linville is a former farm kid, trader, corporate head, and nonprofit andcommunity champion of every size team and dream. As CEO of Scoular, he diversifiedand steadied the agriculture supply chain company into US and international markets.As founding chair of the Commodity Markets Council, Randy united industry rivals tocompete in the world market. After his career, he helped form and sell one of the firstprivate equity–backed consolidators taking agribusiness to world markets. Randy hasserved on nonprofit boards such as The FarmHouse Foundation, Global Scholars, theHalftime Institute, and the World Soy Foundation. His current role is managing directorof ClearSight Ventures. Randy is a husband, father, traveler, and collector of insights.Plan of Action is his first book.
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Alex Kendrick | Renowned Christian Film Producer
2022-09-22 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Overland Park Convention Center, 6000 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS, 66211, United States
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American Film Director | Actor | Author
Overcomer • War Room • Courageous • Fireproof • Facing the Giants • Flywheel
Alex Kendrick has dedicated his life to following Jesus Christ and making His truth and love known among the nations. After serving in church ministry for 20 years, he now writes, speaks, and produces Christian films with his brothers, Stephen and Shannon. Alex directed the movies OVERCOMER, WAR ROOM, COURAGEOUS, FIREPROOF, FACING THE GIANTS, and FLYWHEEL and co-wrote the NY Times bestselling books: The Love Dare, The Resolution for Men, and The Battle Plan for Prayer. He has been interviewed by FOX and FRIENDS, CNN, ABC World News Tonight, and serves on the boards of the Fatherhood CoMission and the Christian Film foundation. He and his wife, Christina, live in Albany, Georgia with their six children and are active members at Sherwood Church.

Kadi Cole | Webinar
2022-09-01 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
Kadi Cole has spent the last twenty-five years serving in local church ministry as an Executive Director at one of America’s largest and fastest growing multi-site churches, a Director at Leadership Network, and a founding member of the Women’s Executive Pastor Network.
Kadi authored Sticky Note Leadership, her bestselling book, Developing Female Leaders, and her newest book, Find Your Leadership Voice in 90 Days. She speaks at leadership conferences around the world.
​Kadi​ holds a ​master’s ​degree in Human Resource Development and is passionate about helping organizations and businesses thrive​. Kadi is helping​ move the needle forward on diversity, and equipping faith-based leaders to fulfill their calling through her business, organization, and church consulting, LifePlans, and leadership coaching.
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Jeff Jerina | Network Connects
2022-08-04 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
As an author, speaker, evangelist, entrepreneur, and host of the Men Unplugged podcast, Jeff Jerina, has a passion for helping men and women ignite their faith and succeed in life. Featured on Moody Radio, Christianity Today, Point of View radio, talk shows, and podcasts Jeff has spoken on a variety of topics, including His personal journey from severe depression to salvation, How to Remove Distractions and Hear God, What do you When Your Purpose Does Not Equal Profit, The 3 Essential Qualities of Christian Leadership, How to Start, Sell, and Scale a Faith Driven Business, The 5 Must-Haves for a Kingdom Minded Business, The 5 E’s of Communication, How to Embrace Your Brokenness, and How to share your Faith Without Fear, and more.
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Mocktails Happy Hour | UBW
2022-07-28 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | UBN Offices, 10550 Barkley Street Suite 116, Overland Park, Kansas, 66212
A no-agenda FREE networking event for women only!
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Brig Sorber | President of Two Men and a Truck
2022-07-21 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines, 205 S. 64th Street, West Des Moines, IA, 50266, United States
Download FlyerRegister for Livestream!Register for In Person EventBrig Sorber is part of the founding family of TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®/INTERNATIONAL, LLC., based in Lansing, Mich. and is one of the original “two men” along with his younger brother, Jon Sorber. As of August 2021, the company was sold to ServiceMaster Brands. The pair started the business in the early 1980s to earn spending money. They used a 1966 pickup truck and placed an ad in a local shopping guide. It included a stick figure logo designed by their mother, Mary Ellen Sheets, which remains the international corporate logo for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK/INTERNATIONAL, LLC.
In September 1996, the Sorbers sold their franchise to come home to Lansing so Brig could help restructure the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK system. Brig then served as a field consultant and was also in charge of franchise development. He eventually worked his way up to President and CEO, holding these positions for several years while rebuilding the infrastructure of the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK system.
He is a frequent speaker for Connecting Business Men to Christ, a ministry to the marketplace. Brig has also been a guest instructor for the institute for Biblical Business and Entrepreneurship as well as a speaker at The Busch School of Business at the Catholic University of America. Brig is a current member of the Board of Visitors of the Cameron School of Business at the University of St. Thomas. He was an active member of the Detroit Chapter of the Young Presidents’ Organization for six years. He was a board member for the St. Vincent Catholic Charities, Volunteers of America, and Business Leaders for Michigan, a non-profit, executive organization geared toward making Michigan a “top ten” state for job and economic growth. He is also a founding member of the Lansing Chapter Legatus organization. He was awarded the 2008 Alumni Award by the Okemos Education Foundation. Brig is a graduate of Northern Michigan University, where he earned the 2010 Distinguished Alumni Award.

Ray Jarrett | Network Connects
2022-07-07 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
Ray Jarrett is the Executive Director of Unite KC, a business owner, and an author.
In his role as Executive Director, Ray is responsible for spreading the vision of racial healing, justice, and reconciliation through education, conversation, and creating opportunities for the city to participate in Unite KC’s domain-based structure and do “One Good Thing.”
Ray is responsible for creating a leadership culture and facilitating, collaborating, and strengthening internal communications with staff throughout the organization and within Kansas City. In this position, Ray promotes a positive, multicultural work environment that supports consistency and develops policies, procedures, budgets, and controls.
Ray’s company, Impact Leadership Resources, focuses on freeing each business owner and leader’s time which allows them to focus on developing the vision of their respective companies. The company’s values are donating information, building relationships, altruistic networking, hands-on mentorship, and generosity. Impact Leadership Resource’s business model aligns with its goals of uniting the business community and helping its clients increase the resources that flow into the city and community.

Ray is also a writer and has authored nine books. His latest book, Believe Again, Rise Above, is a collection of inspirational stories from real-life people who decided to make a difference in their lives. They were all able to achieve transformational success after encountering hardship and tragedy.
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Lacey Ellis | Network Connect
2022-06-02 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
Lacey Ellis is a natural innovator with over 15-years of experience as an Art Director and Designer in the field of advertising. She's the co-founder of 3 Mile Per Hour Creative alongside her husband, Nathan Ellis. They are on a mission to intentionally slow the pace of life so they can serve God, family, and clients better. She's also the founder of 2 software products, Loom Gift Notes, and LittleHoots because Lacey believes technology can create meaningful connections and strengthen relationships. LittleHoots is a mobile app that helps parents and families capture pint-sized perspective. Loom Gift Notes is a WordPress plugin making it easy for e-commerce customers to highly personalize gift orders with custom greeting cards.
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Rick Stephens | Founder of Horizon Hobby Inc.
2022-05-05 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Zoom Event
Rick Stephens is the founder of Horizon Hobby Inc., a hobby distribution business that over the course of 28 years became a world leader in the design, development and distribution of hobby products, including radio control airplanes, helicopters, cars, and model railroad equipment. Horizon grew to exceed $300 million in revenues with over 700 people and facilities in Illinois, California, London, Hamburg, and Shanghai. In 2006, Horizon became 100 percent employee-owned and in 2014, sold to private equity on behalf of the employees.
Today Rick serves on several boards including the University of Illinois Research Park, Carle Center for Philanthropy, Stephens Family YMCA, Pinnacle Forum, and Lead Like Jesus. He is author of In Plane Sight, Making Faith the Bedrock of Your Career, speaker, and mentor to young leaders in business. He and Jeanene have been married 49 years and love to spend time with their children and eight grandchildren, as well as use their resources to help others be all they can be.
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Jordan Raynor | Top Faith + Work Authority
2022-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center, 6100 College Blvd.,, Overland Park, 66211, Andorra
A Summit 2022 Dinner Event
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About Jordan Raynor
Jordan Raynor is a serial entrepreneur and author who has the honor of working to help Christians connect the gospel to their work. In November 2017, he wrote and published Called to Create: A Biblical Invitation to Create, Innovate, and Risk, which became an instant national bestseller. Since then, Jordan and his team have helped more than 3,000,000 Christians do their most exceptional work for the glory of God and the good of others. Most recently, he has published Master of One: Find and Focus on the Work You Were Created to Do.
In addition to his work as an author and speaker, Jordan has had the privilege of serving as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup that has built the world’s largest library of 360° experiences of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. From October 2016—March 2019, Jordan served as CEO of that company.
Jordan has been starting and leading entrepreneurial endeavors his entire career. Prior to leading Threshold 360, he was the co-founder of Citizinvestor, which at the time was the world’s largest crowdfunding platform for government projects. In 2011, his first company (a digital agency for political campaigns) was acquired by the mega-interactive agency, Engage.
Throughout Jordan’s career, he has been invited to speak on faith, work, and entrepreneurship at such places as Harvard University, SXSW, and TEDx. He’s twice been selected as a Google Fellow and had the honor of serving in the White House under President George W. Bush.
Jordan lives in Tampa, Florida, where his family has been for nearly seven generations. He’s married to Kara, and is the proud “dada” of Ellison, Kate, and Emery. His family attends the Church at Odessa.
