BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Unconventional Business Network - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Unconventional Business Network REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20210218T073016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T203912Z UID:10000260-1629370800-1629378000@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Jo-square-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20210422T052505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210624T200041Z UID:10000263-1626346800-1626354000@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Tommy-square-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20210218T071616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T220840Z UID:10000259-1621508400-1621515600@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Johnnie-square-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20210217T155540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T000822Z UID:10000258-1619089200-1619096400@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Peter-square-banner-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210218T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20210128T160805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T210138Z UID:10000256-1613649600-1613653200@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Randy-square-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200227T044621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T142233Z UID:10000252-1600344000-1600347600@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Jeff-STL-event-image-4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200814T190049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200814T190737Z UID:10000255-1598529600-1598533200@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Kyle-small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200611T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200212T203225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T222215Z UID:10000249-1591833600-1592485200@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Richard-Blackaby.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200212T162538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200520T142826Z UID:10000245-1591272000-1591275600@unconventionalbusiness.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Richard-Blackaby.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T083000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200307T231925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200307T232632Z UID:10000253-1586847600-1586853000@unconventionalbusiness.org 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/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/STL-sponsor-event-image.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200327T171824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200327T180424Z UID:10000254-1585828800-1585832400@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:UBN's Network Connect | This Thursday with Dee Ann Turner of Chick-fil-A DESCRIPTION:UBN is thrilled to launch “NETWORK CONNECT” as a way for faithforward business leaders to stay connected and be encouraged during these extraordinary times. \nJoin Rick Boxx\, UBN Founder and CEO\, this Thursday— and every Thursday for the foreseeable future —at noon (CST) via zoom. This Thursday\, April 2nd\, Rick will be talking with Dee Ann Turner of Chick-fil-A on “Lessons Learned from 9/11.” \nRegister HERE\n\nIn the wake of 9/11\, a disaster that forever changed our country’s financial and social landscape\, Dee Ann Turner made some leadership missteps. On Thursday\, April 2nd\, she will dive into the valuable leadership lessons she learned during this crisis. Lessons we can apply today. Many of you may remember Dee Ann’s address at a recent Unconventional Business luncheon. She is engaging\, honest and fully anchored to God. \n“No one wants to constantly hear how bad it all is\,” Dee Ann says. “Lead with a spirit of optimism and hope.” \nToday\, the former Vice President of Talent and Sustainability for Chick-fil-A heads her own organization\, Dee Ann Turner\, LLC. She is a writer and a speaker\, addressing more than fifty audiences per year while consulting and coaching business leaders globally. URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/ubn-network-connect-with-dee-ann-turner-of-chick-fil-a/ LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events,Kansas City Events,UB Women Events,UB Women Kansas City ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Dee-Ann-Turner-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20191231T172655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200127T164851Z UID:10000229-1582801200-1582808400@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:Luncheon with Mary Andringa | Vermeer Corp. Chair of the Board DESCRIPTION:Chair of the Board\, Vermeer Corporation\nREGISTER for single tickets ($49) or a table of 10 ($450) HERE.  Download the Event Flyer. \nMary Vermeer Andringa is President\, CEO and Chair of the Board at Vermeer Corporation\, a global industrial and agricultural equipment company headquartered in Pella\, Iowa. \nMs. Andringa is integral in continuing the family legacy of her father and company founder\, Gary Vermeer. With humble beginnings\, Vermeer Corporation has grown to become a global organization with more than 3\,000 team members at Vermeer and affiliated organizations\, serving the underground construction\, surface mining\, tree care\, environmental and agricultural industries. Today\, Vermeer facilities are found in Latin America\, Asia Pacific\, China\, Europe and the U.S. \nDue to her successful tenure at Vermeer\, as well as her growing reputation as an expert ambassador for manufacturing\, Ms. Andringa is sought after as a speaker and spokesperson. Ms. Andringa is a member of the B20\, the private sector’s channel into the G20\, providing leadership on small business and entrepreneurship with the intent to use her voice to remove obstacles and create a better business environment for small businesses to thrive. She also currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Iowa Business Council. \nThroughout her career\, Ms. Andringa has been an advocate of the manufacturing industry. Ms. Andringa was inducted into IndustryWeek’s Manufacturing Hall of Fame in 2013. She served a two-year term as chair of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)\, the nation’s largest manufacturing association and has recently been named Honorary Vice Chair. She also served as one of 18 private sector members of President Obama’s Export Council\, where she represented manufacturing on important trade matters. Ms. Andringa is also a past member of the Export-Import Bank Advisory Committee. \nMs. Andringa credits her background in education for her inherent proficiency at leadership and inspiring team members to reach new heights in their personal and professional development. After receiving her degree from Calvin College in Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, she taught in the Iowa public school system and later in Omaha\, Nebraska\, for approximately six years. She has recently completed a two-year term as the co-chair of the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council and has been named one of the Top 100 CEOs in STEM by STEMconnector®. \nMary Andringa also is involved in the following boards: Member of the Vermeer Board of Directors; Director of the Vermeer Charitable Foundation; Director of the Herman Miller Company in Zeeland\, Michigan; Director of the Milliken & Company in Spartanburg\, South Carolina; Vice Chair of the Iowa Business Council; Trustee for the Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena\, California; Trustee Emeritus at Central College; and Past Chair of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry. \nMary and her husband\, Dr. Dale Andringa\, have two children and six grandchildren. URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/luncheon-with-mary-andringa-vermeer-corp-chair-of-the-board/ LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Mary-Andringa-e1577812783236.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200219T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200219T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200118T064053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200127T205318Z UID:10000233-1582111800-1582117200@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:UB Women St. Louis "Navigating with a Compass: Fact vs. Emotions" DESCRIPTION:UB Women is thrilled to host Faithforward Conversations (FFC) in St. Louis.  These intimate monthly gatherings of faithforward business women address topics unique to women of faith\, while fostering the growth of meaningful workplace relationships. Each FFC is facilitated by a professional woman in business and includes a healthful box lunch with gluten free options. Registration is $25 for lunch and program.  \nClick HERE to register for UBW’s February FFC. \n\nYou’re invited to our February 19th Faithforward Conversation\, “Navigating with a Compass:  Fact vs. Emotions” with Abbe Keen\, Chiropractic Physician of Crossroad Family Chiropractic. \nAbbe Keen began her professional journey in 2008 and knew that being a Christian would mean a different approach to traditional healthcare. Godly wisdom dictated that healing could only result from being whole.  With this in mind\, she developed her practice to be a place to disciple people to better health. The result? Patients that are growing to be better versions of the themselves—for service to their families\, their communities and their God. \nYou won’t to miss hearing Abbe’s wise words as she facilitates our February Faithforward Conversation! \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/ub-womens-february-19th-faithforward-conversation/ LOCATION:The Lodge Des Peres\, 1050 Des Peres Road\, Des Peres\, Missouri\, 63131 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Anne-STL-event-image-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20200102T215705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T171252Z UID:10000231-1581591600-1581598800@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:Winter Luncheon Event with First Liberty Institute's Kelly Shakelford DESCRIPTION:REGISTER for single tickets ($49) or a table of 10 ($450) HERE \nKelly Shackelford\, Esq.\, is President and CEO of First Liberty Institute\, the largest legal firm in the nation dedicated exclusively to protecting religious freedom for all Americans. He has served in this role since 1997\, leading First Liberty’s efforts to defend religious freedom in the courts and in the public arena. Under his leadership\, First Liberty’s legal team has participated in cases before the United States Supreme Court\, federal courts of appeals\, federal district courts and various state courts\, where they have won more than 90 percent of their cases. \nShackelford is a constitutional scholar who has argued before the United States Supreme Court\, testified before the U.S. House and Senate\, and has won a number of landmark First Amendment and religious liberty cases. \nHe was recently named one of the 25 greatest Texas lawyers of the past quarter-century by Texas Lawyer and is the recipient of the prestigious William Bentley Ball Award for Life and Religious Freedom Defense for pioneering work protecting religious freedom. \nShackelford is a highly sought-after speaker and frequent guest on national news and talk shows including Good Morning America\, The Today Show\, CNN\, Fox and Friends\, MSNBC\, and Hannity. He also has been featured in the National Law Journal\, Associated Press\, The New York Times\, The Washington Times\, The Washington Post\, and The L.A. Times\, and many others. \nShackelford is on the Board of Trustees of the United States Supreme Court Historical Society and earned his law degree from Baylor University. \nDownload the event flyer. URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/luncheon-event-with-first-liberty-institutes-kelly-shakelford/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown\, 101 E. Locust St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Kelly_Shackelford-min-e1578001893755.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200206T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20191231T212235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200118T223134Z UID:10000230-1580986800-1580994000@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:St. Louis Luncheon with Jeff Bramstedt\, former Navy Seal\, Stuntman and Owner of Skydive San Diego DESCRIPTION:Jeff Bramstedt\, former Navy SEAL\, Stuntman and Owner of Skydive San Diego. \nREGISTER for single tickets or a table of 10 HERE. \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. \nDownload the event flyer. URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/st-louis-luncheon-with-jeff-bramstedt-stuntman-and-former-navy-seal/ LOCATION:The Ballroom at Doubletree Hotel & Convention Center\, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road\, Chesterfield\, 63017 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Jeff-STL-event-image-4-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191218T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191218T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20191104T182152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T194741Z UID:10000166-1576668600-1576674000@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:FaithForward Conversation | Lead with a Clear Mission DESCRIPTION:Please join UBW and Shannon Mette\, St. Louis City Director\, as she leads this conversation on “Lead with a Clear Mission”  Registration of $25 includes program and a healthful lunch.  Register here. URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/faithforward-conversation-lead-with-a-clear-mission/ LOCATION:The Lodge Des Peres\, 1050 Des Peres Road\, Des Peres\, Missouri\, 63131 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Web-event-UBW-FaithForward-Conversations-STL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191104T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191104T194500 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20190619T210501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191030T172423Z UID:10000160-1572888600-1572896700@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:UB Women St. Louis Gathering with Cindy Erickson of the Red Cross DESCRIPTION:Cindy Erickson is no stranger to adversity.  As Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas\, floods\, fires\, tornados and natural disasters are realities she faces on the job.  Join us as Cindy shares how she takes adversity – her own and others’ — and weaves it with her strong Christian faith to forge work ethics and principles that are truly unconventional. \nCindy’s career at the Red Cross began in 2009\, as the CEO of the St. Louis Chapter.  During her tenure\, she has helped navigate organizational restructurings\, mergers\, and regional realignments.  Today\, Cindy oversees a $28 million budget\, one of the largest Red Cross organizations in the country and is responsible for Red Cross services in the city of St. Louis and 199 surrounding Missouri and Arkansas counties. \n“Part of our job at the American Red Cross is to provide hope and help to people who have lost everything\,” Cindy says.  She credits her upbringing with giving her the compassion necessary to face these types of challenges.  “I was raised in a family where service for others was really a part of the fabric of my family.” \nProviding opportunities for people to help other people in times of crisis also gives Cindy great joy.  One of her favorite memories is of keeping her office open all night and responding to a fire call with her Disaster Action Team during a major snowstorm.  Fortunately\, all were safe and her crew was able to provide much welcomed assistance and shelter to the families. \nJoin us on Monday\, November 4th\, to hear Cindy talk about facing adversity – in the workplace and in life – with trust\, courage and compassion.  You’ll be inspired by her unconventional story! URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/ubw-gathering-with-cindy-erickson-of-the-red-cross/ LOCATION:The Ballroom at Doubletree Hotel & Convention Center\, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road\, Chesterfield\, 63017 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Cindy-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191025T160000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20190115T233510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T214915Z UID:10000224-1571940000-1572019200@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:Unconventional Business Summit DESCRIPTION:Unconventional Business Network is thrilled to host a national\, two-day Christian business leader summit! \nWe will kick off the conference with a Thursday evening Dinner Event with keynote\, Mr. Horst H. Schulze\, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Capella Hotels and Resorts and Solis Hotels & Resorts–and the co-founder of the Ritz-Carlton. \nFriday will include five keynote speakers\, including Megan Alexander of Inside Edition and Thursday Night Football.  A variety of break-out sessions will be offered throughout the day\, along with chef-inspired breakfast\, lunch and dinner faire. \nFind out more HERE or purchase your UB Summit conference pass HERE \nWe hope you can join us for this can’t miss two-day event! URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/unconventional-business-summit/ LOCATION:Kansas City\, Overland Park\, KS CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events,Kansas City Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Save-the-Date-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190919T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20190115T223922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190828T123053Z UID:10000222-1568890800-1568898000@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:Luncheon with Chick-fil-A's Culture Expert\, Dee Ann Turner DESCRIPTION:Dee Ann Turner is a 33-year veteran of Chick-fil-A\, Inc. Prior to retirement in 2018\, she was Vice President\, Talent and Vice President\, Sustainability. Selected as the company’s first female officer in 2001\, she was instrumental in building and growing Chick-fil-A’s well-known culture and talent systems. \nDuring her long career\, she worked closely with Chick-fil-A’s founder\, S. Truett Cathy\, and other key leaders as an architect of their organizational culture. Turner was responsible for thousands of selections of Chick-fil-A Franchisees and corporate staff members. Additionally\, she led Talent Management\, Staff Learning and Development\, Diversity and Inclusion\, Culture and Engagement. Most recently\, Dee Ann launched and led the Sustainability function focusing on Chick-fil-A’s strategy to implement sustainable practices at the $11 billion company. \nToday\, she leads her own organization\, Dee Ann Turner\, LLC\, writing books\, speaking to over 50 audiences per year and consulting and coaching leaders globally. She is the author of the best seller\, It’s My Pleasure: The Impact of Extraordinary Talent and a Compelling Culture. Her latest book\, Bet on Talent: How to Create a Remarkable Culture and Win the Hearts of Customers\, will be released in September 2019. \nShe is a graduate of Clayton State University with a degree  in Management. She also completed executive education courses at Emory University\, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill  and the University of Virginia’s Darden Business School.  She is a 2009 alumnus of the prestigious Harvard Business School Advanced Management Program. \nDee Ann has been married her husband\, Ashley for 35 years and they are the parents of three grown sons. She has served numerous non-profit boards in the past including The Kenya Project\, Eagle Ranch and Proverbs 31 Ministries. She has also served on the board of advisors for Lubbock Christian University and First Care Clinics. When she is not traveling\, she can often be found on her Peloton bike in her home outside of Atlanta or on her stand up paddleboard at Lake Hartwell in northeast Georgia. \nYou can connect with Dee Ann on twitter @deeannturner or Instagram @itsmy.pleasure or on Facebook: Dee Ann Turner Author. \nDownload the event flyer. URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/luncheon-with-chick-fil-as-culture-expert-dee-ann-turner/ LOCATION:The Ballroom at Doubletree Hotel & Convention Center\, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road\, Chesterfield\, 63017 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/uNPUt32O_400x400.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190523T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190523T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20190115T195518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T175508Z UID:10000219-1558609200-1558616400@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:Luncheon with Tad Edwards\, Chairman and CEO of Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. DESCRIPTION:You won’t want to miss hearing from Tad Edwards\, a 39-year veteran of the financial services industry\, as he reveals his unconventional business story of how\, through faith and principled leadership\, his company overcame a challenging season in which long-time corporate names in the financial industry were disappearing or being absorbed by banks. \nToday\, Mr. Edwards is the Chairman\, Chief Executive Officer and President of Benjamin F. Edwards & Co which was founded at the height of this financial crisis in 2008. While many viewed the events during this time with fear\, Tad saw a competitive opportunity. He recognized in the midst of the turmoil\, the industry was losing sight of what mattered most— putting their clients’ interests first and building a great culture based on trust\, integrity and respect. \nTo fill this void\, Tad envisioned a private\, entrepreneurial firm\, dedicated to providing informed investment advice\, in a high-touch\, service-oriented atmosphere\, focused on clients and helping them meet their financial goals. He named the firm for his father\, Benjamin F. Edwards. \nBefore founding Benjamin F. Edwards & Co.\, Tad worked his way up the corporate ladder at A.G. Edwards\, a firm founded by his great-great-grandfather. He started out in the company’s Personnel Department in 1977 and later worked with clients as an advisor and eventually a branch manager. After about 20-years at the firm\, Tad moved to the firm’s corporate headquarters as a regional manager\, and later as the director of the Sales and Marketing division. As division director\, he assumed responsibility for a number of core functions including the fixed income and NASDAQ trading desks; equity research; private client services; investment advisory programs and services; syndicate; and corporate communications. \nHe also served on the boards of directors for A.G. Edwards\, Inc.\, and its brokerage subsidiary\, A.G. Edwards & Sons\, Inc. In 1998\, he was named vice chairman of the holding company board and appointed president of the brokerage in 2001. He was also a member of the firm’s executive committee. In 2002\, he returned to branch management and remained on the brokerage board. \nA graduate of Trinity University in Chicago\, Tad also completed the Securities Industry Institute at the Wharton School of Business (1983)\, the Graduate Management Program at Washington University (1983)\, and the Executive Leadership Development Program at the Harvard Business School (2011). \nHe is married with two children and enjoys reading and golf. \nDowload the event flyer. \n  \n  URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/luncheon-with-tad-edwards-chairman-and-ceo-of-benjamin-f-edwards-co/ LOCATION:Overland Park Convention Center\, 6000 College Boulevard\, Overland Park\, KS\, 66211\, United States CATEGORIES:Kansas City Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Tad-Edwards-e1556742519197.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20190115T203246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190502T203923Z UID:10000220-1557399600-1557406800@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:Luncheon with Pete Ochs of Enterprise Stewardship DESCRIPTION:Come hear Pete Ochs’ unconventional business story of how he reached material success early in his career\, but wasn’t satisfied with just a large bank account. From this place\, he founded Capital III Impact Investment and initiated Enterprise Stewardship to promote and teach the foundational principle that the purpose of business is to not just maximize shareholder value but to be a creative engine to foster human flourishing. Hear about his journey to operate a business inside a maximum-security prison and understand how his philosophy is not only economically profitable\, but socially and spiritually transforming lives. \nPete Ochs is founder and chairman of Capital III\, an impact investment company with investments in the US and Central America.  Enterprise Stewardship is an initiative of Capital III that equips marketplace leaders with resources to transform their personal LIFE and business enterprises. He is also the author of\, A High Impact LIFE. \nDuring his four decades in business he has invested and operated companies in the energy\, manufacturing\, banking\, and education sectors\, often times focusing on places devoid of human flourishing such as prisons and poverty-stricken countries. Pete’s passion in life is to educate\, equip\, and empower business leaders around the world to live for something greater than themselves by using their business platform to impact the world for Christ.  \nBefore launching his impact investment company Capital III\, Pete spent 8 years in the commercial banking industry. Pete and his wife Debbie have been instrumental in founding and growing several nonprofit enterprises.  They have 2 children and 8 grandchildren.  \nDownload the event flyer. \n  URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/luncheon-with-pete-ochs-of-enterprise-stewardship/ LOCATION:The Ballroom at Doubletree Hotel & Convention Center\, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road\, Chesterfield\, 63017 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Pete-Ochs_Photo-e1556742669508.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Unconventional Business Network - Membership":MAILTO:membership@unconventionalbusiness.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190506T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190506T194500 DTSTAMP:20260410T160652 CREATED:20190415T213726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190501T204050Z UID:10000226-1557163800-1557171900@unconventionalbusiness.org SUMMARY:UBW Gathering | Millennial Panel DESCRIPTION:Single Tickets are $35           Table of 8 is $250  \nClick Here to Register\nJoin us for an evening of celebrating the uniqueness of our generations … and our call to unity in Christ! \nUBW is thrilled to present a faithforward millennial panel of four of our own talented and accomplished business professionals. At this Gathering\, each panel member will share their insights into best practices for a successful cross-generational workforcep. Their overarching focus will be on God-honoring team building insight–important to all generations. \nOur Panel Members and Moderator\nPaige Clark\, Senior Manager\, Accenture.  Paige is a Senior Manager at Accenture aligned to their Products-Retail consulting practice. She specializes in organizational change management\, helping companies navigate large transformations and organizational changes. She lives in St. Louis with her husband Adam and enjoys shopping for a good bargain\, attempting to craft and summer nights that end at Ted Drewes. She is on a daily pursuit of Christ and expecting her first baby in June seeking to love like Him. Paige is and is anxious to see where this new journey leads her. \nSophia Marcum\, Client Operations Advocate\, Krause Basler Network.  Sophia fell in love with God through the Catholic faith and over time He broke down her boxes of what “church” could look like through some Mennonites\, time backpacking through Europe\, and dear friends who gathered around dinner tables to share meals and pray for one another. She believes wherever two or more are gathered in His name – church manifests. She also believes ministry is not an event or an organization\, but a lifestyle. Having moved to St. Louis in August of 2018 after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Human Capital Management\, she serves as a Client Operations Advocate for the Krause Basler Network at Keller Williams Realty Chesterfield. In her free time she also partners with the visions of Divulge Ministries International\, Gateway House of Prayer\, Gateway 61\, and Living Hope. \nBrittany Starks\, Entrepreneur. Brittany Starks is a corporate climber\, turned social entrepreneur\, passionate about empowering and advancing women and girls of color\, as well as doing meaningful work to level the social and economic playing field for marginalized groups. Former owner of award-winning event planning company\, Build A Wedding\, Brittany Starks has planned and directed everything from small intimate weddings to large scale events featuring Grammy-nominated artists. Grateful for every success and specifically every failure\, Brittany is reminded that she is a product of God’s extraordinary grace and unfailing love. When Brittany isn’t working on a new business venture\, you’ will find her still falling head over heels for her husband\, Kevin\, or tending to her new passion as a vegetable gardener. \nEvangeline Sutton\, Co-Founder & COO\, Regenerative Marketing\, LLC. Evangeline is the happy wife to her husband\, Nicholas. She is a strong woman of faith that believes that true religion is first to show love and care to those who need family. And to keep faith no matter what life throws our way. In 2016\, Evangeline co-founded a St. Louis-based marketing firm specializing in digital marketing and marketing technologies. While they are still a boutique firm\, they currently reach more than 650 people per second via their client’s digital platforms. Together\, she and her co-founder have rapidly grown their clientele to include U.S.\, Canada\, Australia\, Ireland\, and Italy. They are truly serving the world through the hands of their clients. For fun\, Evangeline contributes to publications such as the Christian Examiner and Forbes Magazine. She also sits on several local boards including Junior Achievement of Greater St. Louis\, Wings of Hope\, Women in Tech – St Louis\, and Unconventional Business Women. Evangeline was humbled to be included in the 2018 nomination for Forbes 30 Under 30\, and attended the Global Summit as a Forbes 30U30 semi-finalist in April of 2019. \nOur Moderator  Beverly Jenkins is a native Missourian with a wonderful husband\, four kids and a dog. Together they pastor Refuge and Restoration Church\, which she calls the mecca of millennials. Beverly has a Masters degree in Organizational Leadership and Management from Regent University. She is a missionary\, friend to crabby people and happy people alike\, speaks at multiple conferences and workshops on leadership as well as various other topics\, & host a marriage podcast on iHeartRadio as well as iDisciple.