Faith For Work

In this episode of the Faith For Work podcast, Lori Drury, Executive Director and CEO of BBT, interviews Jay Strydom, Global Leadership Director, about his recent journey to Zimbabwe in partnership with Global Network of Evangelists. From fostering church unity to witnessing miraculous moments of faith, Jay recounts how the mission trip not only spread the gospel but strengthened community ties, and inspired personal growth. Jay sh...

Expected to die. Now teaching others how to truly live.  In this episode, John O'Leary recounts his journey from a childhood accident to a life of purpose, inspired by a simple yet powerful message: "Say yes to being used for good." Through heartfelt stories and insights, we explore how faith and courage can lead to unexpected blessings and personal growth.  "I choose to thrive because God demands it. My family ...

In this powerful episode, we delve into the profound journey of overcoming personal trauma and challenges with Orvin T. Kimbrough. From a childhood marked by loss and adversity to becoming a CEO, Orvin shares his story of resilience and faith. Discover how he navigated the complexities of foster care, the weight of leadership, and the ongoing journey of healing. Join us as we explore the transformative power of faith, the importanc...

In this powerful episode of The Faith for Work Podcast, Sarah Guldalian opens up about her deeply personal journey. Her story takes a transformative turn during her college years, where a surprising invitation from a coworker reignites her faith and sets her on a path of purpose.

Now the Executive Director of The Rooted Sisters™, Sarah shares how she uses her gifts in communication to lead, evangelize, and uplift professional women ...

With nearly four decades of experience in both ministry and business, Pastor Scott Purkey brings a wealth of practical wisdom and a fresh perspective to the saturated conversation on leadership. In this episode, Pastor Scott shares his non-traditional journey to ministry, the importance of setting boundaries, and how prioritizing rest and rhythm transformed both his leadership and ministry impact. Along the way, he discovered a gui...

What happens when God asks you to make a move that looks like career suicide? Michael Wozniak, business leadership coach, author, and former global NBA executive, said "yes" and it changed everything.

In this episode, we explore Michael’s remarkable journey of obedience, risk, and faith. After a meteoric rise at Pepsi and completing graduate school, he felt called by God to pivot into international sports marketing by taki...

After nearly three decades in corporate leadership, Ebony Williams found herself at a crossroads. She was successful on the outside, yet internally she felt unfulfilled and misaligned. In this episode, Ebony shares her faith-led journey to leave the perceived safety of her corporate career and launch Alignée Shift, a transformational coaching practice grounded in helping others align with their God-given purpose and identity.

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How secure is your faith-firewall? Are you constantly battling faith-breaches, compromises, or spiritual malware? In this episode, Chris Cooper, a cybersecurity professional and founder of Lighthouse in Me, LLC, draws striking parallels between protecting data and guarding our souls. Just as companies build defenses against digital threats, Christians must protect their hearts and minds from spiritual attacks. God's Word, says...

Silicon Valley is often seen as the epicenter of progress and innovation. But for veteran tech executive Tina Brown, it is God’s appointed mission field. In a region where technology is often hailed as a panacea for human problems and where faith can feel out of place, Tina is courageously pointing people to Jesus.

As President of Vector Holding Group, Tina is championing a Christ-centered leadership model she calls “Love Leadership...

When BBT co-leaders Jordan Sharp and AJ Chrest faced the sudden elimination of their jobs at a Fortune 500 company, they found themselves at a crossroads. The hardest part wasn’t just the loss of employment — it was the loss of the community, friendships, and a culture they cherished.

Despite the uncertainty, those around them noticed their remarkable calm and peace. Leaning on God’s promises, AJ and Jordan modeled unshakeable faith...

Have you ever wondered what it takes for a man to truly embrace God’s call as a father, husband, and workplace leader? Chris Grainger’s journey of spiritual growth led him to found The Lion Within Us, a ministry that helps men grow in faith through accountability and support. From his own faith struggles as a teen and young adult without mentorship, Chris now mentors and disciples men to take responsibility and address common chall...

Author Drew Hall is a man on a mission! While his mission fields are many—devoted husband, doting father, and a longtime youth pastor, teacher, and coach—his goal remains singular: "Show them Jesus." Whether at home, at work, or in ministry, he builds relationships through common ground, presence, transparency, and time in God’s Word.

In this episode, Drew shares how his wife's cancer scare became a defining moment in...

Whether you're in the boardroom or in the field, this episode delivers game-changing wisdom that will inspire you to play the long game and win with God.

In this episode, we visit with Adrian Bracy, Executive Director for The Steward Trust. Adrian is a trailblazer who spent 18 remarkable years in the C-Suite of the NFL, breaking barriers and redefining leadership. She shares her journey of navigating the fast-paced, male-domina...

Today, we welcome back Stephanie Wagner, a seasoned leader with 19 years of experience at The Boeing Company, where she currently serves as a BDS Quality Auditor. In an environment where faith and science often seem at odds, Stephanie has consistently witnessed the truth of Romans 1:20 - that God uses science, research, and creation to reveal Himself to others. Since 2016, Stephanie has lead a BBT study group at Boeing. With each j...

As Lori Drury enters her fourth year at the helm of BBT, she reflects on God’s faithfulness and the rich harvest yielded by her team’s efforts. With heartfelt transparency and passion, Lori looks back on BBT's 2024 milestones, celebrating achievements and lessons learned. The year's notable achievements included the launch of several new Bible studies and the debut of "Community Connections" - monthly events des...

As we step into a brand new year, we invite you to embrace a powerful challenge: living out your faith at work with Cultural Intelligence! To guide us on this journey, we are joined by Cultural Intelligence Strategist Dr. Amy Narishkin, CEO of Empower Partners, LLC. Dr. Amy has worked with hundreds of business leaders in the US and other countries to navigate cultural differences and retain talent in an increasingly interconnected ...

Christmas memories and traditions are different for everyone. We invite you to get to know us - the BBT Leadership Team: Lori, Karen, Sarah and Jay - as we reflect on our favorite holiday memories and ways we keep Christ in Christmas. This years' Faith for Work podcast has reached all across the U.S. and into Europe, Africa and Asia. Would you like to be a guest next year or know someone who would? Fill out this form and Jay w...

Are you living your highest and best purpose? For Rick Piña, the answer is unequivocally “yes”! Born in Brooklyn to immigrant parents from the Dominican Republic, Rick's ministry passions were birthed from his upbringing and life experiences. Like the apostle Paul, he is in hot pursuit of his highest call: seeing the lost come in contact with the saving power of Jesus through preaching and teaching. Rick leads RIPMinistries (R...

In this episode, we chat with Lisa Nichols, the dynamic CEO of Technology Partners and co-founder of The Rooted Sisters Bible study fellowship in St. Louis, MO. Lisa is a purpose-filled leader who expertly navigates many roles including business leader, wife, mother, podcast host, speaker and woman of faith. With a full dance card, she embodies the scripture, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Her se...