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SUMMARY:Danita Bye | Executive Leadership Coach and Author of "Millennials Matter"
DESCRIPTION:Danita Bye\nVirtual City Connect | Des Moines\nIncluding live Q&A with Ms. Bye\nRegister Here \nUBN and Faith@Work Iowa\, along with our Iowa sponsors are thrilled to host this complimentary virtual event. \n\nHow do we lead a generation that seems to have a different set of priorities and perceptions? Psalm 145 tells us to commend God’s works one generation to another\, but how? This is especially important in today’s tumultuous times. Join millennial expert Danita Bye as she speaks about three critical mindsets that will change the trajectory of your millennial’s life and strengthen your positive leadership legacy. \nAbout Ms. Bye\nDANITA BYE\, M.A.\, is a speaker ad executive leadership coach. She has been a contributing author to the Forbes Coaches Council\, sales coach for Harvard Business School MBA students\, and a TEDx speaker on Millennial leadership. \nHer latest book\, Millennials Matter: Proven Strategies for Building Your Next-Gen Leader\, is recognized as one of the best how-to books on motivate and manage Millennial leaders. She has been published in Forbes\, Huffington Post\, and CEO World. \nIn 2020\, she keynoted for an Economic Summit in India\, “5 Bold Predictions for a Post-Covid World.”  She builds on that theme in her writing and speaking. Danita has a master’s degree in transformational leadership from Bethel Seminary. \nThe mother of three millennials and grandmother to five\, Danita lives in The Triple T Ranch country in North Dakota. For more information on Danita visit her web site at www.danitabye.com.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/danita-bye-executive-leadership-coach-and-author-of-millennials-matter/
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CATEGORIES:Des Moines Events
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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/
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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/
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SUMMARY:Peter Demos\, Restauranteur\, Businessman and Lawyer
DESCRIPTION:Join UBN and FAW Iowa for this VIP Virtual Event | “COVID and Other Crises: One Business’s Story”\nREGISTER HERE for this virtual event \nRegistration is free due to the generosity of our Des Moines sponsors.  We are so grateful! \n\nRestauranteur. Businessman. Lawyer. Servant of God. These words describe Peter Demos. \nPeter is the president and CEO of the multi-generational Demos Brand companies\, which include the Demos’ Restaurant chain and PDK Southern Kitchen and Pantry. Combined\, these companies employ more than 500 people. A handful of LLCs\, including a real estate company\, complete Peter’s business portfolio. \nFaith and work merged for Peter later in life\, when he answered an alter call and soon after\, attended a seminar that challenged his new-found faith. “Before becoming a Christian\, I had to be in control of things\,” Demos recently told the Hendersonville Standard. “Business books tell you that’s what you must do to succeed.” \nBut\, over time\, he said\, he changed his company into one that centered around God\, and today\, Demos considers God his managing director. Demos’ website displays his bold profession of faith. \nAt Demos’\, we’ve always known that our purpose is larger than providing delicious food. We strive daily to live out our purpose through how we serve and care. Our purpose is to glorify God in all we do by serving others\, serve and care for our customers\, glorify God in all we do by loving our team\, and to grow profitably. \nPeter’s success has not been smooth sailing. He describes the failing of one of his restaurants\, Peter D’s\, in April 2018\, as a turning point in his career and his faith. He said he learned that no matter how smart he is\, he cannot thwart God’s plan. And that the opposite of fear is not courage; the opposite of fear is trust. \nPeter 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 the Christian Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Award 2015. Currently\, Peter sits on the NFIB Leadership Council\, and C12 National Member advisory board. He is also the past chairman on the Board of Directors for the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and past president for the Tennessee Hospitality Association. \nNot surprisingly\, Peter is a sought-after speaker. He addresses restaurant groups\, churches\, businesses and Christian groups about the restaurant industry\, his late journey to faith\, and God’s desire for us to boldly live out our faith in every aspect of life\, including work. We are delighted to have him share his “Unconventional Business” story at this virtual event. You will not want to miss the opportunity to hear from Peter\, or the opportunity to submit your question for consideration during the Q&A time. \nHis 2019 book\, Afraid to Trust: One Man’s Journey to the Love of God\, is available on Amazon. You can find out more about Peter Demos and his Christ-centered approach to his restaurant chain by visiting www.afraidtotrust.com. \nPeter\, his wife and two children reside in the Middle Tennessee area.
URL:https://unconventionalbusiness.org/event/7143/
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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/
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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/
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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 
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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/
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