The Business as Mission Podcast with Mike Baer
By Mike Baer
Regular dialogue about BAM or Business as Mission with people just like you serving God in business around the world. Your host is Mike Baer, long time BAM leader and founder of Third Path Initiative, LLC.
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The Business as Mission Podcast with Mike BaerSep 15, 2022
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Good Thoughts over Great Coffee
In this virtual coffee klatch, Mike Baer (Third Path) and Larry Sharp (IBEC Ventures) start an ongoing conversation about various challenges and advances they are seeing in the modern BAM Movement. This episode is the first of several conversations on these and other topics but the two veteran BAM leaders. Www.thirdpathinitiative.com www.ibecventures.com patreon.com/bamstories
May 01, 202440:04
School of Kingdom Entrepreneurs
Jun Shiomitsu helped found the African Business School in Uganda and now the Avoda Institute. Avoda is a high end professional training and equipping work based in Kampala with plans to expand to other African nations. Many of their instructors travel in from around the world (there may be a place for you!) and, in addition to education, Avoda has established an investment fund (there may be a place for you!). This is Jun’s second appearance on the show and his updates are truly exciting. For more information, www.avoda.org To invest or give, www.avodafund.org
Apr 15, 202435:14
Venture Frontiers: Igniting BAM Impact in Emerging Economies
Matt is a veteran worker, business person, disciple maker who has recently taken the lead in a global finance and business scale up company. We are limited in what we can say or write due to the sensitive nature of their work but rest assured, Matt and team are making huge Kingdom Impact in the hardest to get to places. Listen to the journey that God has taken Matt on and the future that God has planned. You can learn more at www.transformationalsme.org You can also show your support for this podcast by subscribing, leaving us a rating and review wherever you listen, and sharing these stories with a friend. Financial support is given through www.patreon.com/bamstories
Apr 06, 202437:37
The Passion of BAM Investors
How does someone who loves Christ, loves business, and gets finance do to expand the Kingdom of God? For Derek Kessen, the answers led him on a path to found Heron Ventures, a Chicago based portfolio management company that is impacting the world. Thoughtful, strategic investments is what excites him and his team, enabling them to join God in His work of life and societal transformation. Learn more at heronventures.vc.
Mar 15, 202453:44
BAM Brasil: Two Leaders Transforming Business
Danilo Brizola (Snowman Labs) and Samara Brandao (entrepreneur) are part of the backbone of BAM Brasil. Their stories about discovering Business as Mission, diving in, and now leading the effort in their home country are inspiring and encouraging. Learn more about them at bambrasil.org. Note also the upcoming BAM Conference in Curitiba in May. Please rate our podcast where you listen and consider supporting us at patreon.com/bamstories.
Mar 01, 202435:57
Driving BAM Impact in the Netherlands—An Interview with BAM Netherlands’ Gea Gort
Gea Gort has come a long way since she and husband, Menno Gort served on Mercy Ships. Learning to see a ship as a floating business, Gea was led more and more into the world of BAM and today, she leads BAM Netherlands. Her insight, passion, and intelligence will challenge and inspire you. Gea will be speaking at the BAM Vancouver conference in early March (for more info, www.bamvancouver.org). She and her team will host another BAM Congress in the Netherlands in November 2024 (www.businessasmission.nl). Recently, she and BAM leader Bill Job launched Kingdom Keys for Business, Life, and Work, a biweekly podcast and they are in the process of building out BAM courses (for information go to www.bammoves.com). We wonder what Gea does in her spare time. Please give us a like and a rating wherever you get our podcasts. You can support The Business as Mission Podcast on Patreon (www.patreon.com/bamstories).
Feb 15, 202429:18
A BAM Incubator Serving Many Nations
Our guest, Rob, lives and works in a closed country (hence the name contraction), but from there has managed to build, launch, and grow a BAM Incubator that is impacting expats and nationals around the world—especially among the unreached. The incubator is exciting but so is the journey that God led Rob on to get to where they are today. Listen to Rob’s story and then check out their site— b4tincubator.com
Feb 01, 202437:56
Updates on BAM Canada—God is at Work
Carrie-Anne Ballantyne, co-founder of BAM Canada gives us an exciting update about what God is doing in her country. Great insights on local, national, and international developments in the BAM Movement. To learn more, check out bamcanada.ca, info@bamcanada.ca, and ourcommoncalling.ca. Carrie-Anne was our guest earlier on Season 3: Episode 5. Welcome back Carrie-Anne!
Jan 15, 202432:33
My Thoughts on BAM—Past and Future
My thoughts are literally my thoughts. These are my brief reflections on the recent past and the near future of the Global BAM Movement. Mike Baer is the founder of Third Path Initiative BAM education platform at thirdpathinitiative.com and a founding member of TriVenture, “The BAM Launchpad,” at triventure.com.
Jan 01, 202416:10
Another Convo with Dr. Rod
Dr. Rod St. Hill, the BAM Pastor, joins Mike again to talk about developments in the world of BAM, pastoring BAM practitioners, and the latest lessons that God is teaching him. Dr. Rod is a perennial favorite to BAM Stories listeners and always an encouragement.
Dec 15, 202345:31
What Are Churches Doing to Disciple Business People?
Robert Cross, former US Marine, came to Christ shortly after getting out of the service. His passion and gifting led him to a life of evangelism, church planting, and entrepreneurial activity—all at the same time. Through all of this, Robert saw huge need for discipling people in business. Entrepreneurs start things and Robert is the perfect example. Contact him at robert@yourconnectionschurch.com
Dec 01, 202338:54
Willing to Learn BAM from God
Dani Goeppert—Canadian who served in Ukraine and is now based in Austria—is the perfect example of someone who needed God’s help to learn and launch a BAM company. And HE met her, again and again. Enjoy the humility, joy, and perseverance of Dani as she shares the journey that led to virtual conference company Risen Events. Learn more at www.risenevents.com or contact Dani directly at Dani@risenevents.com.
Nov 15, 202344:01
A Global BAM Leaders Shares His Story
Joao Mordomo, newly chosen Executive Director of BAM Global, shares an amazing journey from traditional missions into BAM and now into the role of leading the BAM Global Network. Joao’s story is inspiring on many levels and you will be blessed by the ways that God has captured and matured and broken and healed his heart in the journey. For more information, you can go to BAMglobal.org or contact Joao directly at joao@bamglobal.org. This is an episode you’ll want to keep and share!
Oct 31, 202301:01:52
God is Moving in South Asia
Bob Bush, Executive Director of IBEC Ventures, and Mike Baer, CEO of Third Path Initiative, join up to discuss what they saw on a recent trip to South Asia and to share what God is doing there in and through BAM.
Oct 15, 202332:09
Creation Care—Part of the Quadruple Bottom Line of BAM
In this episode, our good friend Mark Polet from Canada discusses the 4th component of the Quadruple Bottom Line—Environmental Impact or Creation Care. This is a challenging focus for BAMmers around the world. We want it but what does it mean and why does it matter. Biologist Mark Polet helps unpack this vital topic. Mark welcomes contact via his email: markpolet@icloud.com The 4 Creation Care Papers mentioned are available here— bamglobal.org/reports/. The Lausanne Paper mentioned is here— lausanne.org/content/wealth-creation-stewardship-creation
Sep 30, 202334:58
Serving the BAM Ecosystem
Meet Brandon Junkin, founder of Arimathea. Brandon and his team are mobilizing college students and recent grads to consider the BAM Movement and, at the same time, they are connecting potential and actual BAMers to resources available from the many groups serving the ecosystem. Enjoy the story and the selfless way in which Arimathea serves. For more information, go to https://Arimathea team.com or connect with Brandon via LinkedIn.
Sep 15, 202329:16
Kingdom Investing
The journey that Stephen Jackson has taken with God is an exciting example of how the Lord awakens business people to the potential of business for His Kingdom. Listen as Stephen shares what God has been teaching him and how it might awaken you to the BAM future in ways you never imagined. For more information you can visit stewardadvisorsgroup.com
Aug 31, 202338:46
Jo Plummer—Global BAM Advocate
Jo Plummer has been connected to BAM since the early days and has emerged as a passionate supporter for all things BAM as well as a Christ-like servant who co-leads BAM Global, an international network connecting and blessing BAM workers around the world. Jo and husband Mark, lived in Thailand for years before returning to the UK at the end of the pandemic. To learn more, visit BAMGlobal.org and businessasmission.com. You can also contact Jo directly at info@bamglobal.org.
Aug 15, 202337:14
Grace and Joy in Business
Shae Bynes is a true inspiration. Her energy and joy in the Lord are contagious. Listen as she shares her story and the message she has for Christians in business and BAMers in particular. You can learn more about Shae at www.ShaeBynes.com and www.kingdomdrivenentrepreneur.com.
Aug 01, 202333:11
Jesus’ Love Means Jobs
When Florián Darvell was evangelizing in Romania, a poor mother asked her, “How can Jesus love me when I can’t feed my children?” That question changed the direction of Florina’s life and opened the door to doing BAM in her homeland of Romania. Today she is sharing Jesus and creating jobs through www.Melissas.ro check it out.
Jul 15, 202345:49
Jobs. Dignity. Opportunity.
Guido Bretzke, founder of Anthor, shares the story of this amazing company. Anthor provides app-based, gig worker services all over Brazil. They especially focus on the unemployed and underemployed, helping them find good jobs and earn a healthy income. All with a solid Kingdom Purpose. You can learn more at www.Anthor.com.
Jul 01, 202335:41
Businesses to Support Families, Churches, and Indigenous Mission Activity
Retired IT leader, John Goslin started taking short term trips with International Micro Enterprise Development in the early 2000s. In 2012, he became IMED’s Executive Director, expanding the work of helping start small businesses among persecuted Christian minorities in difficult places and UPG areas. The strategy was to use business to help families survive, to support fledgling churches in these areas, and ultimately see the churches launch indigenous mission activity in their own country. In the 25 years that IMED has existed, they have send thousands of volunteers on these business training trips and seen thousands of businesses launched for the glory of God and the blessing of the nations. For more information, John can be reached at johngoslin@att.net.
Jun 15, 202334:12
Mats Tunehag—BAM Global Statesmen
Mats Tunehag has been connected to the modern BAM Movement from the very beginning. Since that time, he has become known as the BAM Global Statesmen—researching, speaking, writing, leading, and encouraging. God has used Mats greatly as the BAM Movement has grown and matured into a truly international and thoroughly diverse “God thing.” Mats joins us to discuss the past, present, and future of BAM. To learn more about Mats and his work, go to www.matstunehag.com and www.businessasmission.com. Mats book, BAM Global Movement, is available at this link— www.amazon.com/BAM-Global-Movement-Business-mission/dp/1683070879/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0_nodl?dplnkId=59165da4-437c-4ed9-895f-6e99667d5245 To support the Business as Mission Podcast, go to www.Patreon.com/bamstories.
Jun 01, 202336:39
Missions Disrupted
Larry Sharp PhD, founder of IBEC Ventures and missions professor, shares the thinking about his latest book, Missions Disrupted. BAM is not changing missions. The world is changing and missions must respond. BAM is one of the ways the Church is meeting the current challenge as we obey Jesus and make disciples of all nations. I’m
May 15, 202335:11
A Voice for BAMMERS
Sabrina Hammond is a podcast marketer and scheduler—almost like an agent. Her work is getting key people on podcasts to tell their story, something that could really help BAMMERs is developing their markets and telling their stories. Her company is Kingdom Connections Podcast & Media Agency and you can connect with her using the following links—
https://kcpodcastagency.com/
https://www.facebook.com/sabrina.d.hammonds
https://www.facebook.com/KingdomConnectionsAgency
https://www.instagram.com/kingdomconnectionsagency If you’d like to help support the Business as Mission Podcast, go to https://Patreon.com/BAMstories
May 01, 202335:09
From “Stateless Children” to World Class Coffee
Meet Ryan and Rebecca Stowell. Their journey from classic missions into BAM is inspiring on many levels. Working in Thailand among tribal refugee children from Myanmar, referred to as “stateless,” and often vulnerable to human traffickers. They could have spent the rest of their lives serving through their “children’s dorm” to provide safety, shelter, food, and education. But God took them further into BAM to bring funding to their work and impact among tribal coffee farmers in the mountains of the north. This BAM story will bless your heart. Learn more about Third Path Initiative and our BAM courses at thirdpathinitiative.com and support this podcast at Patreon, Patreon.com/bamstories
Apr 15, 202334:26
Let It Be Wild!
Jenny Nuccio of Imani Collective (Kenya) returns to talk about her growth and learning over the last few years. As she’s matured in business, her vision and perspective have changed. Her latest book, to be released soon and available on Amazon and other outlets is titled “Let It Be Wild!” The book, says Jenny, “will talk about leadership, changes in social enterprises, and stepping into adversity.” The business is Imani Collective (https://imanicollective.com) features high end collectibles manufactured by women living outside Nairobi. Jenny also hosts a podcast aptly named, “The Moxie Podcast.” Visit Third Path, https://ThirdPathinitiative.com, and support this podcast through Patreon Patreon.com/bamstories
Apr 01, 202334:20
A Little Heaven in Your Business
Susan Fleming is a breath of fresh air for any BAM practitioner. Her background as a therapist combined with some powerful Kingdom insights is something that BAMMERs need to learn about. Susan refers to herself as a Business Therapist and you’ll learn why in this episode. Her website is heaventoearthllc.com and she can be reached via email at susan@heaventoearthllc.com
Mar 15, 202336:42
Think About a “Mission Trip” at Work
Mike Henry, Sr. is the founder of Follower of One, a ministry focused on helping people learn how to live and share their faith in the workplace. In a simple approach based on 1 Peter 3:15, marketplace Christians and BAM practitioners can become more comfortable and proficient with Gospel conversations at work. Learn more at followerofone.org
Mar 01, 202334:29
A Man of Many Hats
Jonathan Indino, from the Philippines, wears many hats. He’s a pastor, missionary, Bible teacher, and BAM practitioner. Learn more at https://nd-knows.com, https://gracebeyondborders.com, and theindinos.com.
Feb 15, 202339:33
The Story of Pure Flow Boda
In many parts of the world, taxis are actually motorcycles. This is true in Uganda, where Pure Flow Boda launched an amazing BAM company to serve the “boda boda” drivers, to provide them with a more equitable financial model, and to bring the love of Jesus to their community. Listen as Jared Fulks and Collin Wenrich share their journey. Learn more at PureflowBoda.com
Feb 01, 202338:40
January 28, 2023
Jan 28, 202300:39
An Environmental Kingdom Company
If you’ve ever wondered how to create environmental impact (part of the 4-fold bottom line), Super Green Solutions can help. In this episode, Garry McDowall and Dan Dubell share their story of how they got into BAM and why acquiring Super Green Solutions fits their global, Kingdom vision so well. To find out more, go to supergreensolutions.com or info@supergreensolutions.com.
Jan 15, 202339:37
Is Romania Becoming a BAM Epicenter?
Meet Daan de Groot, Adrian Buhai, and Corneliu Niste from Romania. What do they have in common? They are three of the key BAM leaders in Romania doing great work and being used by God to grow BAM in Romania and Eastern Europe. They each have their own BAM businesses and together have formed BAM Connect—a BAM training enterprise. Here are key links to learn more. http://www.bamconnect.net/, http://Softmagazin.ro, www.Bamromania.ro, and www.recycleart.ro/. To register for the event in February, use this link bamromania.ro/events/bam-connect-summit-2023/. Please rate and share this episode wherever you listen. To support this podcast, go to Patreon.com/bamstories
Jan 01, 202340:02
Avodah: Living “Workship”
Professor, author, speaker, Kara Martin of Australia returns to share more perspective on the concept of work and worship. Check out her books on “Workship.”
Dec 15, 202239:28
BAM in India
Meet Daniel Madapur. Daniel founded Edge Magazine (www.the edge bizmag.com) in Bangalore with a view to fostering a BAM Movement in that part of the country and developing a regional (and national) BAM ecosystem. His joy and faith in the Lord Jesus is contagious and you’ll enjoy hearing his story.
Dec 01, 202228:29
Just in Time for Christmas!
Julie Colombino-Billingham returns with an update on the story of Deuxmains.com post-Covid. The situation in Haiti is dire yet God keeps the high end gift company thriving and people working. Smart business moves and the Lord’s faithfulness about in this story. Learn more at www.deuxmains.com and look for Julie’s new book “From Death to Dollars” soon. Support site: www.rebuildglobally.org
Nov 13, 202230:22
Wild for the Kingdom!
Meet the Wild boys—literally. These 4 amazing young men were raised on the mission field, in a totally unreached area. Their parents originally captured their lives on video (my grandkids love it!) and now, the sons are expanding their BAM company and video offerings. Follow Hudson, Morgan, Asher and Kian on these sites: http://wild brothers.com or The Wild Way on YouTube.
Nov 01, 202239:06
House of Diamonds Tackles Human Trafficking in SE Asia
Meet Ila and Ida (pronounced eela and eeda), two amazing sisters in SE Asia whose passion for the Kingdom and helping women trapped in human trafficking led them to launch House of Diamonds. Their business supports their recovery and reclamation while selling beautiful products online. The energy of this episode will bless you! We promise! Learn more and make purchases at hod-indonesia.com .
Oct 15, 202227:42
BAM—The Complete How To Roadmap
C. Neal Johnson, PhD, publishes his second, comprehensive guide to all things BAM. “Business as Mission in a Nutshell,” is an ambitious title but Neal’s second book on the topic delivers. Neal and Mike Baer discuss the book, the message, and Neal’s journey in BAM. To contact Neal directly, go to fromnealspen.com or email him at nealjohnson1105@gmail.com
Oct 01, 202232:18
The Steward Investor
Most Christians think of “stewardship” as giving—to church, to missions, to charity. But what if we “stewarded” our investments for God’s Kingdom as we try to do with our giving? What if we viewed our portfolios as God’s investment that we manage for Him? Don Simmons, financial professional and investment advisor, has written a powerful book, “The Steward Investor”, and shares the key ideas on this episode. You can learn more about the book at thestewardinvestor.com/ and the Kingdom Investment services his firm provides at stewardadvisorsgroup.com.
Sep 15, 202227:54
Still Going Strong
Bill Job, one of the earliest practitioners of BAM is still at it. Pandemic, illness, family struggles, relocating—none of these have cramped his God-given entrepreneurial spirit. Enjoy this episode as Bill shares some of the wisdom that God has shared with him over the last 4 decades.
Aug 31, 202235:44
Pastor Rod Returns!
The “business pastor” Rod St. Hill of Brisbane Australia returns to share more insights on how to equip business leaders to make disciples in the market place. Join the pastor of Ignite Church to learn more. Listen and share this with pastors you know…maybe yours!
Aug 14, 202234:47
Co-Laborer Creates Co-Working Business in Colombia
Joel Ballew is not your average business guy seeking to do BAM. He’s a former business leader turned missionary turned BAMMER. It’s a great story filled with great energy and enthusiasm. Co-working was on the grow before the pandemic and now, as workers “return” and entrepreneurs launch companies, it’s on fire. You can learn more about the business at www.thecolabor.com and Joel welcomes direct contact via email, joel@thecolabor.com.
Jul 28, 202234:12
Marketplace Leadership: An Example and a Coach
Mark Bilton is a well known and highly respected Christian business leader in Australia. His story as a believer in business, executive, leadership coach, and strategist is most encouraging and very challenging. He also writes and you get his books just about anywhere. You can find out more about Mark, his work, and his books at these sites. http://calledtobusiness.com/ http://thoughtpatrol.com/ and https://www.amazon.com/Monday-Matters-Video-Leaders-Guide/dp/0994235224/ref=sr_1_3?crid=QF1XL2IN434C&keywords=monday+matters+bilton&qid=1654571447&s=books&sprefix=monday+matters+bilton%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C384&sr=1-3
Jul 15, 202231:38
BAM Companies Need Good Governance, Too!
Governance expert, David Mustine, discusses why accountability and oversight matter to BAM companies. This is a rarely talked about topic but needs to be part of our BAM dialogue. David is founder of CDMPartnersLtd and can be contacted directly at david@cdmpartnersltd.com. Other resources mentioned in the show are boardsource.org, nacdonline.org, and efca.org.
Jul 01, 202231:49
Investing for the Kingdom
It’s a lot more than giving. For the BAM movement to really impact the world, we also need believers to become Kingdom Investors. Providing capital for startups and scale ups based on solid Biblical and business principles is vital. Learn from Dick Weidner, respected Kingdom Investor, fund manager, and founder of Legacy Ventures Network. Learn more at www.legacyventuresnetwork.com
Jun 15, 202237:58
Coffee? Yes, please.
Meet Dave Price, visionary Coffee and BAM advocate. Dave has worked within the Global BAM community to push what he calls CAM—Coffee as Mission. It’s not about coffee shops but the entire coffee industry from farmers to baristas.
May 30, 202230:55
A Long Time BAM Pioneer
Dwight Nordstrom is a well known BAM pioneer. He was one of the very first to take BAM seriously and launched over 30 large kingdom companies in SE Asia. Dwight’s passion, experience, and commitment to growing, sustainable businesses has resulted in profit, kingdom impact, and needed “standing” in the countries his companies have served in. For more information on Dwight’s work, go to Priusa.com
May 16, 202230:46
More BAM Wisdom (2)
This is Part II of Larry Sharp’s “lessons learned” in BAM. Larry’s heart and experience help us avoid traps that many early BAMMERS have fallen into. Larry is an experienced missionary, professor, coach, and board member. Currently serving with IBEC Ventures and TriVenture—the BAM Launchpad. HTTPS://TriVenture.com
Apr 29, 202230:29