The Catholic Entrepreneur
The Catholic Entrepreneur Podcast offers compelling stories and strategic insight through the lens of the Catholic worldview. Our weekly, 27-minute podcast targets Catholic leaders who: - Run secular businesses. - Run specifically Catholic businesses and ministries. - Are pastoral ministers who possess an entrepreneurial spirit.
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Tom Pagano is passionate about connecting high level talent with mission-based organizations. With extensive experience in strategic planning and leadership development, he teaches businesses to thrive in a way that reflects their core beliefs. Tom holds bachelor’s degrees in finance and theology from Franciscan University, he is a contributing author to Beautiful Hope (Beacon Publishing), and he resides in New Jersey with h...
Craig Miller was a successful Silicon Valley sales and marketing leader, working in senior leadership for global Fortune 100 companies. His love of his Catholic faith moved him to transition from the secular world to Catholic ministry. Craig worked alongside Curtis Martin for more than a decade as a central leader in overall mission and strategy, overseeing all aspects of operations, administration, finance, and development. He and...
Commenting on a study showing the average person is more afraid of public speaking than death, Comedian Jerry Seinfeld quipped, “This means that the average person attending a funeral would rather be in the casket than doing the eulogy.” Everyone can benefit from honing his or her public speaking skills. This episode’s guest, public speaking coach Lorraine Ranalli, explains how focusing on improving content and delivery, while enga...
Reflecting on his launch of the Catholic business, Catholic Brain, from concept to market, Mosongo Osong identifies the seven biggest challenges entrepreneurs face when launching a business. From securing funding to building a solid team and every step in between, Mosongo successfully navigated the start-up landscape. He shares practical advice any leader can readily adopt. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or simply curious a...
John Cannon, founder of Sent Ventures, speaks with us about the lives of saints who were also founders, shaping the world through their faith and leadership. John highlights how these saints combined their spiritual convictions with practical action to create lasting institutions and movements that served both the Church and society. Through John’s portrayal of the saints’ lives, you will glean insights and timeless principles for ...
JG Wentworth founder Jim Delaney discusses “balance” as the key to long-term success. In this episode of The Catholic Entrepreneur, Jim shares insights from his journey, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with professional goals.
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We dive into how Jim Delaney manages his time, relationships, and faith while growing a thriving business. We also discuss some of the dangers that come with not havin...
When spouses become business partners, their shared mission can strengthen both their marriage and their professional endeavors, especially when grounded in Catholic values. Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira of Wallet Win exemplify this as they unite their skills and faith to create a business that not only serves others, but also deepens their commitment to God andeach other. Their partnership is a testament to how a shared vocation ca...
Artificial intelligence is an epically powerful technology. Many believe it will improve our work and personal lives extraordinarily. Others contend it could become way to powerful and threaten aspects of civilization, including massive displacement of workers. Where should Catholics fall on this compendium? How should a Catholic think about AI? What is AI’s potential for business, for ministry, and for our lives in general. What p...
Scholar and entrepreneur, John Cannon, has a unique perspective on faith and business. Among many great ideas, he proposes that your company’s and ministry’s transformation and success will be increased if you first experience personal transformation. In other words, when you focus on your own integration and spiritual transformation, your company’s modality and ethos will be dramatically impacted, thus increasing its chances for s...
In this engaging episode, mothers, entrepreneurs and authors, Elise Gallagher and Taryn, discuss the aspirations and challenges committed Catholic women face when pursuing their vocations of wife and mother, as they bring their natural gifts to bare in the business and apostolic worlds.
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Female empowerment has been a cultural theme and phenomena in the West over the past 50 years. Some believe this concept was long ...
If you master the art of asking simple questions of clients, co-workers, vendors, and others, your effectiveness in business and in all interpersonal relationships will reach new heights. Rooted in a genuine concern for others, asking probing questions opens relationships to rich communion.
Dan Borne has lead businesses and ventures in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area for more than 40 years. This episode will inspire and teach you w...
What is the best way to find a good attorney when needed? How you can you be sure have found the right person for your needs? This is our topic of exploration on the next episode of The Catholic Entrepreneur with host Matt Pinto. Meet Mike Broadhurst, Attorney and Partner, with Weir, Greenblatt and Pierce. You’ll learn specific ways to find the best attorney and/or firm for your situation. Click below to learn more. Get a free cop...
There are pivotal moments in everyone’s life that define them. They might be major victories or losses, or moments of great joy or sorrow. Entrepreneur Jim Delaney has experienced life-altering defining moments and learned profound lessons from each of them. Jim is the founder
and former CEO of J.G. Wentworth, which was the country’s largest specialty financing company at the time he sold it. He shares how defining moments happe...
What can the Church learn from business? And what can the business world learn from the Church? Tom Corcoran, president of Rebuilt Parish co-author of Rebuilt, has a unique vantage point on parish and church renewal. He helped oversee one of the most extraordinary parish transformations in the country over the past decade. In this podcast you’ll learn valuable concepts to grow your nonprofit or business. Get a free copy of Tom'...
Good messaging will help your businesses or ministry thrive. Poor messaging can cause it to flounder. Join us as we speak to branding and messaging expert Margie McCarthy, founder and president of McCarthy Messaging.
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Every business or ministry can scale and do so in a big way. Entrepreneur Dave Durand offers seven key insights on how your business or ministry can bring about excellent growth. Durand is the founder of multiple successful businesses and the host of the Leading Giants podcast. Get a free copy of his seven insights.
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I’ve been fortunate to meet extraordinary Catholic entrepreneurs and ministry leaders over the past three decades. Their efforts have blessed millions of people; their insights have shaped business and culture with a rich Catholic ethos. I look forward to introducing them to you.
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