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SUMMARY:KC City Connect with Jenni Catron
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special luncheon event with Jenni Catron!About the Speaker: Jenni Catron | Founder and CEO of The 4Sight Group \nJenni Catron is a leadership expert\, author\, and speaker based in Neenah\, Wisconsin. As the Founder and CEO of The 4Sight Group\, she specializes in developing healthy leaders and thriving organizations. With over 25 years of experience in both corporate and non-profit sectors\, Jenni has held significant roles\, including Executive Director at Cross Point Community Church and Executive Pastor at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church. \nShe is the author of Clout: Discover and Unleash Your God-Given Influence and The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership\, and she frequently speaks at conferences nationwide. Jenni holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Middle Tennessee State University and enjoys hiking and reading in her free time. \nEvent Details: \nJoin us for a truly unique gathering at UBN's City Connect Luncheon\, an opportunity for faith-driven business leaders to come together over a meal\, share insights\, and inspire one another. This luncheon isn't just about networking—it's about connecting like-minded\, faith-forward entrepreneurs and professionals who believe in integrating purpose with business practices.  \nGather with a community that values both excellence in business and a commitment to values that guide and uplift. Each event combines the chance to share a meal with meaningful discussion and a faith-driven keynote whose talk is designed to build connections and offer practical insights that align with your faith-centered goals.  \nWhat to Expect:  \n\nFaith-Driven Networking: Engage in guided conversations with other business owners who share your commitment to purpose-driven work. \nInspiring Keynotes: Hear from faith-centered business leaders and thought leaders who offer wisdom on navigating the intersection of faith and professional growth. \nTakeaway Resources: Leave with ideas and tools to integrate faith principles into your business approach and strengthen your network of like-minded peers. \n\nUBN's City Connect Luncheon is ideal for business owners\, executives\, and leaders seeking to deepen their faith connections in the business community. Experience an environment that refreshes your spirit\, sharpens your insights\, and empowers you to grow your business with purpose.  \n\nNetworking \nCommunityPractical examples to do work differentlyDownload Flyer Here
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/kc-city-connect-with-jenni-catron/
LOCATION:Olathe Conference Center\, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:CEO Roundtable Introductory Event
DESCRIPTION:Feeling Lonely at the Top as a Christian Business Owner or CEO?YOU’RE NOT ALONE. \nConnect with others who understand the challenges and stresses of leading companies in a secular business world. Join UBN’s Roundtables where others\, like you\, gather to advise\, learn\, grow their businesses\, network and more. This monthly small group is a reliable\, consistent peer group that provides support to one another professionally and spiritually. \nIs a CEO Roundtable for You? \nGet a glimpse into the benefits of UBN’s Roundtables on March 28\, 2024. Receive a complimentary breakfast\, networking and an overview of UBN’s CEO Roundtable. We’ll engage in an condensed CEO Roundtable session that includes devotion\, a specific business performance topic\, advisory time\, prayer and closing. This introductory event will give you an idea of what our Roundtables offer and its benefits to you and your business. \n“I host and lead a CEO Roundtable which is the peer group I need to make God the cornerstone of my business. I’m blessed with a group of like-minded men and women committed to make Him known in the workplace.”  – Rex Mustain\, Principal\, Associated Air Products \nLearn more about our Roundtables. \n\nRSVP by March 21st at membership@unconventionalbusiness.org. \nDetails: \nFREE \nMarch 28\, 2024\n7:45 am –10:00 am\nUnconventional Business Network\n10550 Barkley Street\, Suite 116\nOverland Park\, Kansas 66212
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/ceo-roundtable-introductory-event/
LOCATION:UBN Offices\, 10550 Barkley Street Suite 116\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66212
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:KC City Connect: Holly Moore
DESCRIPTION:Leadership and the LordPresident of Hollis Strategies\, Holly Moore\, reveal lessons learned during her 25+ years of leadership in for-profit and non-profit organizations. As a Christian working primarily in the marketplace\, she shares her journey of integrating faith into her work\, its impact on her career and positive influence on others. Walk away with practical insight and ways to lead with faith in your workplace. \nAbout Holly Moore \nPresident of Hollis Strategies\, Holly collaborates with leaders and organizations to unlock the full potential of their teams via strong relationships and stellar execution. A sought-after speaker and leadership coach\, Holly leverages her expertise as a Certified Myers Briggs Practitioner\, Certified 5 Voices Coach and Certified Working Genius Facilitator – helping leaders identify their personality-based communication patterns and how it applies to relationships and team performance. \n\nNetworking \nCommunityPractical examples to do work differentlyRegister Here
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/city-connect-kansas-city-holly-moore/
LOCATION:Fiorella’s\, 9000 W 137th St\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Executive Briefing | Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:Attend Unconventional Business Network’s Executive Briefing November 16thDiscover Who We Are\, What We Do & What’s In It For You! \nJoin 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. \nPlus\, 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. \nCome Check Us Out! Hear What We’re About! Remove All Doubt! \nRSVP: By November 10\, 2023. Seating is Limited. \nRSVP Here
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/executive-briefing-kansas-city/
LOCATION:UBN Offices\, 10550 Barkley Street Suite 116\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66212
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Summit 2023
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOur 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. \nOur 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. \nRegister below and watch for highlights as the date approaches. \n\nNetworking \nCommunityPractical examples to do work differentlyRegister Today! Visit the official Summit 2023 page
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/summit-2023/
LOCATION:Olathe Conference Center\, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Networking Event | March 8\, 2023
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \nWe 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! \n\nNetworking \nCommunityPractical examples to do work differently
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/newtworking-event-march-8-2023/
LOCATION:Busey Bank\, 11440 Tomahawk Creek Parkway\, Leawood\, Kansas
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Networking Event | March 8\, 2023
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCrossFirst Bank Headquarters:  \n11440 Tomahawk Creek Parkway\, Leawood KS
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/networking-event-march-8-2023/
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SUMMARY:KC City Connect: Danan Hughes
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Now! (In Person)Register Now! (Livestream)
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/danan-hughes/
LOCATION:Olathe Conference Center\, 10401 S Ridgeview Rd\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Des Moines City Connect: Auntie Anne Beiler
DESCRIPTION: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.\nRegister Now! (In Person)Register Now! (Livestream)
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/auntie-anne-beiler/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines\, 205 S. 64th Street\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events
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SUMMARY:Tommy Bowden | Football Coach & Sportscaster
DESCRIPTION: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 \nRegister | In Person \nRegister | Livestream \n\nFor 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. \nMore 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. \nFrom 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. \nAfter 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. \nIn 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. \nIn 2006\, Tommy received the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coach of the Year Award. \nSince 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. \nTommy speaks frequently about leadership and recruiting outstanding teams. \nMarried 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.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/tommy-bowden-faith-forward-football-coach-sportscaster/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines\, 205 S. 64th Street\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50266\, United States
CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events
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SUMMARY:Randy Linville | Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/randy-linville-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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SUMMARY:Alex Kendrick | Renowned Christian Film Producer
DESCRIPTION:A Luncheon event\nRegister HERE for $49 in person individual luncheon ticket or $450 table of 10.\nRegister HERE for $29 live stream per person ticket. \n\nAmerican Film Director | Actor | Author\nOvercomer  • War Room • Courageous • Fireproof • Facing the Giants • Flywheel\nAlex 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.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/alex-kendrick-renowned-christian-film-producer/
LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Kadi Cole | Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nKadi 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.  \n ​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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/kadi-cole-network-connect/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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SUMMARY:Lacey Ellis | Network Connect
DESCRIPTION: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.   \nRegister Here
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/lacey-ellis-network-connect/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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SUMMARY:Rick Stephens | Founder of Horizon Hobby Inc.
DESCRIPTION: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.    \nToday 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.  \nRegister Here!
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/rick-stephens-founder-of-horizon-hobby-inc/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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SUMMARY:Jordan Raynor | Top Faith + Work Authority
DESCRIPTION:A Summit 2022 Dinner Event \nPurchase a 2-day Summit Pass or Individual Event tickets. \nPurchase Summit 2022 2-Day Pass Tickets HEREPurchase Individual In-Person Tickets and Tables HERE\nAbout Jordan Raynor\nJordan 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. \nIn 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. \nJordan 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. \nThroughout 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. \nJordan 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.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/jordan-raynor-top-faith-work-authority/
LOCATION:Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center\, 6100 College Blvd.\,\, Overland Park\, 66211\, Andorra
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T120000
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SUMMARY:Frank Kelly | Living and Working with Purpose and Power
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\nAbout Frank Kelly\nFrank Kelly III serves as CEO of Kelly & Associates Insurance Group\, Kelly & Associates Financial Services (Kelly Benefits Payroll) and Kelly Integral Solutions – collectively known as Kelly Benefits. As a group insurance administrator\, broker and consultant specializing in health care\, Kelly & Associates Insurance group has been recognized as the largest employee benefits administrator in Maryland and one of the largest in the mid-Atlantic region. \nFrank is involved in many community and civic activities including the Fellowship of Christian Athletes at both the national and local levels. Since 2018\, he and his wife\, Gayle\, have served as co-chairs for Helping Up Mission’s $61 million Inspiring Hope campaign to build a new Center for Women & Children in East Baltimore. \nFrank’s interest in lacrosse continued after college and he played several seasons of professional box lacrosse for the Baltimore Thunder of the Major Indoor Lacrosse League and many years with the Maryland Lacrosse Club. \nFrank and Gayle live in Lutherville\, Maryland\, and have four grown children.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/frank-kelly-living-and-working-with-purpose-and-power/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events,Kansas City Events,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220210T200000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Caroline Leaf | Expert on Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:$49 per in-person ticket  | $450 per table of 10 | $29 per live stream ticket \nDownload the event flyer. \nPurchase In-Person Tickets and Tables HEREPurchase Livestream Tickets HERE\nAbout Caroline Leaf\n“The most powerful weapon against the toxic effects of stress is our mind. When we learn to harness the power of our thinking\, we can deal with and overcome whatever life throws our way\,” says Dr. Caroline Leaf\, a world-renowned cognitive neuroscientist\, bestselling author\, and meatal health and mind expert. \nSince the early 1980s\, Dr. Leaf has researched the mind-brain connection\, the nature of mental health\, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change. Her passion is to help people see how the power of the mind can change the brain and how the link between science and spirituality can help them control their thoughts and emotions\, learn how to think and learn\, and find their sense of purpose in life. \nDr. Leaf has written several bestsellers\, including Switch on Your Brain\, Think and Eat Yourself Smart\, The Perfect You\, and Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess.  Her books\, journal articles\, videos\, podcasts and TV episodes have reached millions globally. \nShe teaches at academic\, medical and neuroscience conferences as well as churches around the world. Dr. Leaf and her husband\, Mac\, live with their four children in Dallas and Los Angeles.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/dr-caroline-leaf-expert-on-mental-health/
LOCATION:Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center\, 6100 College Blvd.\,\, Overland Park\, 66211\, Andorra
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220203T123000
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SUMMARY:Sean Kouplen | Creating a Purpose Driven Organization
DESCRIPTION:Sean Kouplen\nVirtual Network Connect\nRegister Here \n\nHow can you create a faith-based organization without making your employees feel uncomfortable or forced? Join Rick Boxx\, founder and CEO of Unconventional Business Network\, as he interviews Sean about bringing a Biblical perspective to the marketplace. Sean has authored two books\, The Abundance Mentality and The Priority Promise. He also has served as the past Secretary of Commerce and Workforce Development for the state of Oklahoma. \nAbout Sean Kouplen \nSean Kouplen is the CEO of Regent Bank and former Secretary of Commerce & Workforce Development for the state of Oklahoma. He believes purpose is critical to being an effective leader. \nSean has authored two books: The Abundance Mentality and The Priority Promise\, both available on Amazon. He also is the podcast host of a weekly program\, The Purpose Driven CEO (purposedriven.ceo). \nSean encourages audiences with his account of how he has integrated faith and love into his leadership style and the remarkable results his organization has experienced. He also shares leadership and personal development tips. \nMarried to Angela for 23 years\, Sean and Angela have three children.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/sean-kouplen-creating-a-purpose-driven-organization/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events,Kansas City Events,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211021T130000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Tim Elmore | Founder and President of Growing Leaders\, Generational Expert\, Leadership Coach
DESCRIPTION:$49 per in-person ticket | $450 per table of 10 | $29 per live stream ticket\n \nClick HERE to register for in-person tickets and tables of 10 \nClick HERE to register for live stream tickets \nClick HERE for a printable flyer on this event \n\n““A New Kind of Diversity: Making the Different Generations on Your Team Your Competitive Advantage”” \nWant to ensure that you are leaving a legacy of change? Invest in the lives of young adults and encourage the adults who guide them\, says generational expect Dr. Tim Elmore. Leadership guru and collaborator Dr. John Maxwell says\, “No one teaches leadership better than Tim Elmore.” Join us for an inspiring City Connect. \n  \nAbout Dr. Elmore\nDr. Tim Elmore is the founder and president of Growing Leaders\, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization created to develop emerging leaders. Since founding Growing Leaders in 2003\, Elmore has spoken to more than 300\,000 students\, faculty and staff on hundreds of campuses across the country\, including the University of Oklahoma\, Stanford University\, Duke University\, Rutgers University\, the University of South Carolina\, and Louisiana State University. Elmore has also provided leadership training and resources for multiple athletic programs\, including the University of Texas football team\, the University of Miami football team\, the University of Alabama athletic department\, and the Kansas City Royals baseball club. In addition\, a number of government offices in Washington\, D.C. have used Mr. Elmore’s curriculum. \nFrom the classroom to the boardroom\, Elmore is a dynamic communicator who uses principles\, images and stories to strengthen leaders. He has taught leadership to Click-fil-A\, Inc.\, The Home Depot\, HomeBanc\, and GoldKist\, Inc.\, among others. He has also taught courses on leadership and mentoring at nine universities and graduate schools across the U.S. Committed to developing young leaders on every continent of the world\, Elmore also has shared his insights in more than forty countries – including India\, Russia\, China and Australia. \nElmore has written more than 25 books\, including the best-selling Habitudes: Images that Form Leadership Habits and Attitudes\, Life Giving Mentors\, and Nurturing the Leader Within Your Child. His newest book\, Generation iY: Out Last Chance to Save Their Future\, was released in August 2010. In addition\, he has appeared on the ABC Family Channel. Elmore has worked alongside internationally recognized leadership expert Dr. John Maxwell for the past 25 years. According to Maxwell\, “No one teaches leadership better than Tim Elmore.” \nElmore lives in Atlanta with his wife\, Pam\, and his two children\, Bethany and Jonathan.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/dr-tim-elmore-founder-and-president-of-growing-leaders-generational-expert-leadership-coach/
LOCATION:Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center\, 6100 College Blvd.\,\, Overland Park\, 66211\, Andorra
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T122457
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SUMMARY:Jo Saxton | Author\, Sought-after Speaker\, Podcast Host and Leadership Coach
DESCRIPTION:Jo Saxton\n\n$49 per in-person ticket  | $450 per table of 10 | $29 per live stream ticket \nDownload the event flyer. \nPurchase In-Person Tickets and Tables HEREPurchase Livestream Tickets HERE\nAbout Jo Saxton \nAuthor\, sought-after speaker\, podcast host and leadership coach\, Jo Saxton has dedicated her career to growing leadership teams around the world and empowering others—especially women—to find their purpose in their personal lives and in leadership. \nBorn in London to parents who immigrated from Nigeria\, Jo credits her family’s unrelenting work ethic and the grace of God for the bold\, tenacious approach she takes to sharing her wisdom on identity\, influence\, and living an authentic life. She is characterized by her effervescent honesty and warm approachability\, leaving audiences with practical next steps in areas that are usually a bit ambiguous. \nJo has authored several books\, including More Than Enchanting\, which explores the subject of women in leadership. Her podcasts are heard regularly on Right Now Media. \nBefore leaving the United Kingdom in 2004\, Jo earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical studies from the University of Sheffield and served as college pastor at St. Thomas Church\, Sheffield\, England. \nIn addition to writing and speaking\, Jo coaches women around the world through Jo Saxton Coaching — an online group coaching program helping women grow their leadership skills. \nJo loves running\, good music\, reading\, and laughing loudly with family and friends over a great meal. Jo\, Chris and their two daughters live in Minneapolis. \nJo will be speaking at UBN’s St. Louis City Connect on Thursday\, August 19th\, from 11:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. CST at the Doubletree Hotel in Chesterfield. UBN will simulcast the event\, beginning at noon CST\, for those who can not attend the in-person gathering. \nFor more information about Jo Saxton\, visit www.josaxton.com.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/jo-saxton-author-sought-after-speaker-podcast-host-and-leadership-coach/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis – Chesterfield\, 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63017\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T130000
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SUMMARY:Tommy Bowden | Renowned College Football Coach\, ESPN and FOX Sports Host\, Sought-after Speaker
DESCRIPTION:$49 per in-person ticket | $450 per table of 10 | $29 per live stream ticket\n \nDownload the event flyer \nClick HERE to Register for In-person Tickets and TablesClick HERE to Register for Live Stream Tickets\n“A Game Plan for Success is in the C.A.R.D.S.”  \nWhat does a former renowned college football coach have in common with you\, a Christian businessperson? A winning strategy. Whether your 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 challenge each one of us to be businesspeople of character and integrity. \n About Mr. Bowden \nTommy 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. \nFrom 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. \nAfter 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. \nIn 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. \nIn 2006\, Tommy received the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Coach of the Year Award. \nSince 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. \nTommy is the author of the book “Winning Character” and speaks frequently about leadership and recruiting outstanding teams. \nMarried to his high school sweetheart\, Linda\, for more than 40 years\, Tommy and Linda have two children and four grandsons.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/tommy-bowden-renowned-college-football-coach-espn-and-fox-sports-host-sought-after-speaker/
LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T130000
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SUMMARY:Rev. Johnnie Moore | Author\, Businessman and Founder of KAIROS Co.
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Johnnie Moore\n\n$49 per in-person ticket | $450 per Table of 10 | $29 per live stream ticket\n\nIn-person Tickets & Tables Register Here \nLive Stream Tickets Register Here   Download the event flyer. \n\n“Maximizing Your Impact as a Christian In the Marketplace” \nWhat can every businessperson have in common with the Apostle Paul? Paul was a businessman—he made tents—yet he was also a spiritual leader. Come hear Reverend Johnnie Moore\, one of the top 10 influential religious leaders in the country\, talk practically about the connection between faith and work. \nRev. Moore is founder of The KAIROS Company\, one of America’s leading boutique public relations and communications consulting company\, the youngest recipient of the “medal of valor” for his efforts in rescuing Christians from ISIS in 2015\, and a seven-times author. Johnnie will both challenge and inspire as he reveals his unconventional business story. \n  \nAbout Rev. Moore\nRev. Johnnie Moore\, 37\, has been called one of America’s most influential evangelical leaders and is especially known for his multi-faith work at the intersection of faith and foreign policy. He is the author of seven books including Defying ISIS: Preserving Christianity in the Place of Its Birth and (along with Rabbi Abraham Cooper) The Next Jihad: Stop the Christian Genocide in Africa. \n\nMoore is also a businessperson who founded one of America’s leading\, boutique public relations and communications consultancies\, The KAIROS Company. He has worked with every major print\, digital and broadcast outlet in North America and has extensive experience in more than 50 countries worldwide. \n\n\nMoore has worked in higher education (senior vice president of communications for Liberty University)\, the entertainment industry (Chief of staff for mega-producer Mark Burnett)\, and politics (commissioner for the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom appointed by the President of the United States). As a clergy member\, Moore is the youngest ever recipient of the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s prestigious “medal of valor” for his efforts rescuing Christians from ISIS in 2015. \n\n\nReverend Moore will speak at UBN’s St. Louis City Connect on Thursday\, May 20th\, from 11:00 a.m. until 1 p.m. CST\, at the Doubletree Hotel in Chesterfield. UBN will simulcast his talk\, beginning at noon CST\, for those unable to attend the event in person. Capacity is limited depending upon COVID guidelines. \n\n\n 
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/rev-johnnie-moore-author-businessman-and-founder-of-kairos-co/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis – Chesterfield\, 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd\, Chesterfield\, MO\, 63017\, United States
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SUMMARY:Peter Demos | Lawyer & President of Demos' Brands and Restaurants
DESCRIPTION:Peter Demos\n\n$49 per in-person ticket | $270 per table of 6 | $29 per live stream ticket\nRegister Here \nDownload the Flyer \n\nPeter Demos found his faith after becoming a successful business owner and leader\, and it changed his perspective on success and purpose.  Come hear the tangible ways Peter lives out his faith in the marketplace\, and what God asks of him in the process. It’s definitely a narrow playing field with both victories and defeats. You will leave inspired by Peter’s transparency\, tangible examples\, and his fervent devotion to Christ through all circumstances. Or\, as Peter would say\, “Christ is my managing director” \nPeter is a sought-after speaker and author. His 2019 book\, Afraid to Trust: One Man’s Journey to the Love of God\, is available on Amazon.  Find out more about Peter and his Christ-centered approach to business by visiting www.demosfamilykitchen.com or www.afraidtotrust.com. \n  \nMore About Mr. Demos \nPeter Demos is the President and Attorney for Demos’ Brands of Restaurants which includes Demos’ Restaurant and PDK Southern Kitchen and Pantry.  While his restaurant career is extensive and decades in the making\, Peter entered into his journey of faith later in life. But once begun\, he has lived it boldly. A visit to Demos’ website reflects this boldness. \nAt Demos’\, we’ve always known that our purpose is larger than providing delicious food. We strive to daily live out our purpose through how we serve and care. ​Our purpose is to: \n\nGlorify God in all we do by serving others\nServe and care for our customers\nGlorify God in all we do by loving our team\nGrow profitably\n\nHighly accomplished as a leader in the hospitality industry\, Peter is recognized by both secular and Christian organizations. The Nashville Business Journal acknowledged Peter in their list of top 40 under 40. Other achievements include:  Leadership Rutherford Pinnacle Award 2010\, Restaurateur of the Year award 2014\, Christian Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Award 2015\, C12 Business Award 2015 and 2018\, Living Sent Ministries Kingdom Award 2016. \nNot surprisingly\, Peter is a sought-after speaker who addresses God’s desire for us to “boldly live out your faith in every aspect of our life\, including our work”. We are delighted to have him share his “Unconventional Business” story with our Kansas City audience. You will not want to miss the opportunity to hear from Peter or the opportunity to visit with him during the Networking (11:00 to 11:30).  He will be showcasing his newly released book (2019)\, Afraid to Trust\, One Man’s Journey to the Love of God. \nMr. Demos currently sits on the NFIB Leadership Council\, and C12 National Member Advisory Board. He is also the past chair on the board the Board of Directors for the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and past president for the Tennessee Hospitality Association. \nHe and his wife and two children reside in the Nashville area.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/peter-demos-lawyer-president-of-demos-brands-and-restaurants/
LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T130000
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SUMMARY:Dr. Randy Carlson | Author and Intentional Living Radio/Podcast Host
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Randy Carlson\nVirtual City Connect | STL\nIncluding live Q&A with Dr. Carlson\nRegister Here \nThis complimentary City Connect is made possible by our generous St. Louis sponsors. We are grateful!  Look for a Gateway City\, small business flavor throughout this virtual event. \n\nWhat does it mean to lead intentionally? Why is intentional leadership important during difficult times? Join Dr. Randy Carlson\, counselor and host of Intentional Living radio program and podcast\, as he shares a transformational true story of one leader’s unconventional journey and how six intentional leadership moves changed his life and helped restore his nation while glorifying God. \nMore About Dr. Carlson.\nDr. Randy Carlson is the CEO and Chairman of Family Life Communications Incorporated and is the founder of Intentional Living (Parent Talk\, Inc.). His passion is to help people experience life as God intended. \nDr. Carlson has written seven books including his most recent\, Freedom from Hijacked Emotions – Overcoming Anxiety\, Anger\, and Fear.  He shares wisdom\, encouragement and comfort from God’s Word with people who call in—to his daily syndicated Intentional Living radio program and podcast\, where he offers Biblical help for living an intentional life in Christ. \nWith a doctorate in Counseling Psychology and a research emphasis on the leadership traits of successful family business owners and leaders\, Dr. Carlson has taught and consulted with hundreds of family business owners around the country. \nFor more information about Dr. Carlson\, visit  www.theintentionallife.com or www.myflr.org/about. \nHe and his wife\, Donna\, have three grown children\, eight grandchildren\, and reside in Tucson\, Arizona.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/dr-randy-carlson-of-intentional-living-radio-podcast-and-family-life-communications/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events,Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Kansas City Luncheon with Jeff Bramstedt\, former Navy SEAL and Owner of Skydive San Diego
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Bramstedt\, former Navy SEAL\, Stuntman and Owner of Skydive San Diego. \n  \nJoin UBN for this VIP Virtual Event | “Building High Performance Teams: Lessons from a Former Navy SEAL”\nREGISTER HERE for this virtual event \nRegistration is free due to the generosity of our Kansas City sponsors.  We are so grateful! \n\nJeff is a former US Navy SEAL who for the past 18 years\, has been stuntman in feature films such as Transformers\, Hancock\, Lone Survivor\, Deep Water Horizon and many others. You may also recognize him from commercials and select fitness magazines.  Jeff also formed and successfully leads a skydiving team called VST or Valor Skydiving team. Today\, they perform for children’s organizations\, churches\, the NFL and MLB\, and other large events around nation. It is from this pro skydiving platform that Jeff ventured into the private sector as a business owner.  He currently owns and operates Skydive San Diego along with his amazing team and staff. \nA big part of who Jeff is\, is his dedication to communicating the Word of God to men\, building in them the foundations that won’t crack under the pressures placed on men by the world in which we live. Training and teaching men to be “real men” is the core of the ministry he founded\, Life of Valor Ministries and Men’s Events.  Beyond men’s ministry\, Jeff is passionate to share the Gospel message\, encouraging both men and women to live the life God has called them lead.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/kansas-city-luncheon-with-jeff-bramstedt-former-navy-seal-stuntman-and-owner-of-skydive-san-diego/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Virtual Network Connect Event with Former Cardinals' Pitcher Kyle McClellan
DESCRIPTION:Kyle McClellan | former MLB pitcher for the Cardinals and Rangers | MLB World Series Champion | Out of Adversity: Hope and A Future \nRegister HERE.  Your Zoom registration is free due to the generosity of our St. Louis sponsors. \n\nIs it true that sometimes God sends storms not to cause destruction but to clear a path? Kyle McClellan would agree.  From pitching in the major leagues to the minor leagues and back to the major leagues again\, Kyle admits he learned the most about God when he experienced setbacks and disappointment.  Join us for this VIP Network Connect as Kyle shares his “though-the-storm” journey and how it relates to the small business community.  He will encourage us to never give up—even in the face of disappointments and setbacks.  Join us for this inspiring Network Connect! \n  \nMore about Kyle McClellan\nFormer MLB pitcher and World Series Champion Kyle McClellan was born in Florissant\, Missouri and graduated from St. Louis county suburban high school Hazelwood West in 2002.  While there\, he was a three-sport athlete\, lettering in football\, basketball\, and baseball.  He also was a two-time All-State selection at both pitcher and first base. \nKyle played for most of his MLB career for the St. Louis Cardinals\, but spent time with the Texas Rangers organization before retiring from the game in 2013. Between 2008\, his first MLB appearance until 2013\, Kyle also played in the minor leagues. \nIn 2014\, after he and his wife went on a life-changing mission trip to Haiti with teammate Adam Wainwright and his wife\, Kyle founded Brace for IMPACT46\, a non-profit organization that supports quality of life in Haiti and purchases and renovates homes in North St. Louis for families in need. \n“As a professional ballplayer\, I’ve had the opportunity to meet some truly incredible people who have factored heavily in my success and helped to shape my character\, both on and off the field\,” Kyle says. “They have had a significant IMPACT on my life.” \nKyle and his wife\, Bridget\, make their home in Maryland Heights\, Missouri. They have one daughter. In his free time\, Kyle enjoys hunting and fishing. \nYou can learn more about Kyle’s organization by logging into www.braceforimpact46.com.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/virtual-network-connect-event-with-former-cardinals-pitcher-kyle-mcclellan/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
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SUMMARY:Virtual Event with Dr. Richard Blackaby\, International Speaker\, Business Coach & Author
DESCRIPTION:Hear from renowned business coach\, international speaker\, and author\, Richard Blackaby\, as he speaks on “Leadership Lost” and “Leadership Found” in this two part Virtual Event  (June 4 and June 11) presented by Faith at Work Iowa (June 4) and Unconventional Business Network. \nThis virtual event will be hosted Thursday\, June 4 and June 11\, from noon to 1:00 p.m. CDT via Zoom Webinar.  You will be registered for both sessions.  Free registration is made possible by our  Des Moines (June 4) and Kansas City (June 11) sponsors.  We are so grateful for their generosity! \n \n\nDr. Richard Blackaby knows and understands business leaders and the challenges they face blending their faith with their work. The international speaker\, business coach and author of God in the Marketplace ministers directly to Fortune 100 and 500 CEOs. But\, Blackaby insists\, whether you’re working from the receptionist’s desk or from the executive suite\, the same questions exist: Why has God placed me where he placed me\, and how does God want to use me to make a difference? \nRichard has a Master’s of Divinity degree and a Ph.D. in church history from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\, and an honorary doctorate from Dallas Baptist University. He has served as a senior pastor\, and as president of the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary in Cochran\, Alberta Canada for 13 years. He continues to serve as the seminary’s Chancellor today\, when he is not at the helm as president of Blackaby Ministries International. \nRichard is perhaps best known for the book he co-authored with his father\, Henry: Experiencing God: Revised Edition. The book sprang from experiences Henry and Marilynn Blackaby\, along with their five children\, experienced serving in\, and planting\, churches in Saskatchewan\, Canada. \nTo date\, Richard has co-authored or authored thirty-three books including Spiritual Leadership: Moving People on to God’s Agenda\, God in the Marketplace\, and Experiencing God: Day by Day. \nRichard Blackaby has his wife\, Lisa\, have been married since 1983. They have three adult children and six grandchildren. The couple live in Jonesboro\, Georgia.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/dr-richard-blackaby-business-coach-author-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events
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SUMMARY:Dr. Richard Blackaby\, International Speaker\, Business Coach & Author
DESCRIPTION:Hear from renowned business coach\, international speaker\, and author\, Richard Blackaby\, as he speaks on “Leadership Lost” and “Leadership Found” in this two part Virtual Event presented by Faith at Work Iowa and Unconventional Business Network. \nThis virtual event will be hosted Thursday\, June 4 and June 11\, from noon to 1:00 p.m. CDT via Zoom Webinar.  You will be registered for both sessions.  Free registration is made possible by our  Des Moines (June 4) and Kansas City (June 11) sponsors.  We are so grateful for their generosity! \n \n\nDr. Richard Blackaby knows and understands business leaders and the challenges they face blending their faith with their work—especially during a time such as this.  The international speaker\, business coach and author of God in the Marketplace ministers directly to Fortune 100 and 500 CEOs. But\, Blackaby insists\, whether you’re working from the receptionist’s desk or from the executive suite\, the same questions exist: Why has God placed me where he placed me\, and how does God want to use me to make a difference?  We are truly privileged to \nJune 4\, “Leadership Lost“ ♦ Leaders regularly face tests. When you fail those tests\, you lose influence with those you lead. We’ll look at how to pass those leadership tests so you move on to a higher level of leadership. Covid-19 has provided many tests to business leaders. What has it revealed to you? \nJune 11\, “Leadership Found“ ♦ Christian leaders get their grounding\, peace\, and joy as leaders from the Holy Spirit. But when you are going 90 mph\, you can easily miss His voice! Sometimes God needs to slow you down so you don’t miss the important lessons He has for you. Covid-19 has changed our world and for many of us\, changed our schedules. Through it all\, was God able to build into you what you will need for a post-Covid-19 world? \nRichard has a Master’s of Divinity degree and a Ph.D. in church history from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary\, and an honorary doctorate from Dallas Baptist University. He has served as a senior pastor\, and as president of the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary in Cochran\, Alberta Canada for 13 years. He continues to serve as the seminary’s Chancellor today\, when he is not at the helm as president of Blackaby Ministries International. \nRichard is perhaps best known for the book he co-authored with his father\, Henry: Experiencing God: Revised Edition. The book sprang from experiences Henry and Marilynn Blackaby\, along with their five children\, experienced serving in\, and planting\, churches in Saskatchewan\, Canada. \nTo date\, Richard has co-authored or authored thirty-three books including Spiritual Leadership: Moving People on to God’s Agenda\, God in the Marketplace\, and Experiencing God: Day by Day. \nRichard Blackaby has his wife\, Lisa\, have been married since 1983. They have three adult children and six grandchildren. The couple live in Jonesboro\, Georgia. \n  \n 
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/dr-richard-blackaby-business-coach-author/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events
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SUMMARY:UB Forum St. Louis "Driven by a Higher Purpose"
DESCRIPTION:Interested in advancing your faith + work walk with other likeminded business men and women of faith?\nExperience UB Forum Chesterfield\nDesigned for business leaders—regardless of role—UB Forums are monthly\, 1-1/2 hour leadership communities that include exclusive faith + work video training\, a time for discussion and networking.  These groups are typically comprised of 10 to 30 business professionals meeting during an extended breakfast or lunch hour.  Registration of $25 includes exclusive programming and breakfast or lunch fare. \nRegister HERE for our April 14th UB Forum Chesterfield | “Driven by a Higher Purpose with insights from Tracy Bouwens of Scooter’s Coffee” \n\n\nAbout UB Forum Chesterfield. Launched October of 2019\, this growing leadership community is learning practical ways to model faith in their work through exclusive video training\, peer discussion and the formation of meaningful marketplace relationships. We especially witness God at work during the discussion time. Here\, participants transparently share the challenges they face and others reply with encouragement and wise counsel! \nUnconventional Business Network invites you to our April 14th installment of Unconventional LEADING video series\, when we will focus on “Driven by a Higher Purpose.” \nAbout this session. This month\, we’ll be viewing a video from UBN’S Unconventional Leadership library featuring Rick Boxx and an inspiring story of “Driven by a Higher Purpose” from Tracy Bouwens of Scooter’s Coffee. Rick Boxx will begin the lesson by helping you identify what drives you and your decisions. He will also ask you to take an inventory of your God-given skills\, abilities and knowledge. From this base\, you will learn three critical steps to help you be driven by your God\, for an appointed purpose. At the close\, you will hear an incredible story of how God asked Tracy and her husband to take what they knew about successfully running 40+ coffee shops with excellence\, to helping those seized into human trafficking escape. \nQuestions? Interested in starting your own UB Forum?  contact Keith Mette\, Business Development Director\, St. Louis at keith@unconventionalbusiness.org
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/ub-forum-st-louis-driven-by-purpose-2/
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