How does a committed disciple of Jesus Christ working through YWAM get the call into BAM? How did God get his attention? What has happened since he said “Yes”? What’s happening now? Mike Davies is the founder of Business as Mission Vancouver and since its inception, BAM Vancouver has grown and its impact has increased nationally and internationally. Listen to Mike’s story on this episode and see what God may be saying to you! Mike’s email is [email protected] and you can learn a great deal more on their LinkedIn page— https://www.linkedin.com/in/bamvancouver?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app or their website— www.bamvancouver.org. Check out their events coming up regularly and join in, especially their Annual Conference in March 2025. If this episode is helpful, please rate us and/or follow us. Share with a friend. And, if inclined, support us using the Spotify link below. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Andrew Brummett is a seasoned educator with a vision to bring back proven practices in educating our children—micro-schools. Not just small schools but community based education that fits the size of their location and meets the needs of students “as it used to be.” This is a business opportunity, a community transformation strategy, an international education solution (especially for BAMers), and a way to disciple our kids and grandkids. Enjoy this conversation as Mike and Andrew talk schoolin’. For more information, contact Andrew at this email— [email protected]. Please like, review, and share this podcast with others. If you’d like to support the Business as Mission Podcast, you can do so at the Spotify link in the show notes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Want to know what’s going on globally in the BAM Movement? Want to sense the move of God in the world through business? This impromptu meeting of friends will give you what you’re looking for and remind you that we are all a part of something much bigger than us. I got a chance to visit with key leaders of BAM Global, Mats Tunehag and Joao Mordomo, while at the BAM Brazil Congress in Curitiba. Mats is the Chairman of BAM Global and travels the world sharing fundamentals of business in the Kingdom of God; Joao is the Executive Director of BAM Global and supports BAM initiatives everywhere. We encourage you to learn more by visiting www.businessasmission.com and https://thirdpathinitiative.com. Please like, rate, and share this podcast wherever you listen. Your support is also appreciated; see the Spotify link to learn how. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

The day before the BAM Congress Brasil in Curitiba, I had the privilege of spending time with a group of old and new BAM friends. The conversation is wide ranging and a great deal of fun. Listen as Mats Tunehag (BAM Global Chairman), Samara Brandao (BAM Brasil Chair), Danilo Brizola, BAM Brasil leader and founder of Snowman Labs, Inc., Bob Bush (Executive Director of IBEC Ventures, and Joao Mordomo (Executive Director of BAM Global) talk “all things BAM.” For more information, visit www.ibecventures.org, www.Business as Mission.com, www.bambrasil.org, www.triventure.com. and www.thirdpathinitiative.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Brazilian couple Joiaquim and Amanda share a passion for Christ in business. Joiaquim is an IT expert working for a well-known multinational company; Amanda is a gifted fashion designer who provides opportunity for women escaping human trafficking. Their story paints a beautiful picture of a husband and wife partnership in service to Jesus Christ for the sake of those who need Him most. We met Joiaquim and Amanda at the BAM Brasil Congress in Curitiba where Amanda was my interpreter. I was so impressed with Joiaquim and Amanda that I asked them to join the podcast and share their story. Enjoy! If this episode blesses you, please give us a rating wherever you listen, subscribe, and share with your network. Learn more at https://dressforfreedom.com or on Instagram at @dressforfreedom . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Stan Bockmann and Dick Weidner are veterans of the BAM movement. Their passion for global discipleship led them to business as mission and their background in the financial world led them to form capital funds to support startups and scale ups around the world. Their current endeavor, the Legacy Generational Fund, acts as a conduit for funds in the neediest and most often overlooked places, places more conventional investors rarely go. LGF is an opportunity for more than investment; it also invites investor involvement in the businesses they help launch. As they raise investment dollars they are also looking to engage the next generation of believers to take the lead in their work. For more information or to give, visit http://Legacygenerationalfoundation.org. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Cathy Tan, is a business owner and a BAM leader in the Philippines. In this episode she shares her heart for people, the Gospel, and the Lordship of Christ. Cathy's encouraging testimony is powerful. Coming up, there is a major BAM Congress scheduled in Manila for October 18-19, featuring great speakers, stories, worship and fellowship as they focus on BAM and the next generation. BAM leader, Mats Tunehag, will be one of the keynote presenters. For more information, go to https://bamphilippines.com or https://businessasmission.com Please share this episode, give us a rating where you listen, and subscribe so you never miss an episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Joel Ballew has moved his family to Colombia to launch a co-working business. It’s a world class facility for entrepreneurs and remote workers to meet up, to do their jobs, and to help each other succeed. And, in the midst of these interactions and “happy collisions,” Joel hopes that many will meet Jesus. Co-working businesses represent a growing industry and a wonderful means to build relationships with and serve those we desire to see enter God’s Kingdom. For more information, visit www:thecolabor.com or coventus.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a rating on your podcast provider, subscribe, and tell a friend. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Ida and Ila followed their mother’s passion to address the scourge of human trafficking in their home country. Today, they lead House of Diamonds, https://hod-indonesia.com/, selling products all around the world and impacting victims’ lives at home. Please rate our podcast on the platform you use and share the link with your network to spread the message. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Tim Winders has a career path filled with twists, turns, successes, trials, and refreshing transparency. God has taught him a great deal and he loves to share what he is learning with others. As our guest on the Business as Mission Podcast, Tim imparts some serious wisdom in a fun way. Today, Tim is an executive coach, an author (Coach), and the host of the Seek, Go, Create Podcast. He and his wife, Glori, have lived on the road in an RV named “Theo” for the past 5 years and spend most of their time in the western US. For more information about Tim and his work go to www.timwinders.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Returning guest, Florina Darvell, shares an update of Melissa’s. She started this small company to provide jobs for poor women asking questions like, “If Jesus loves me, why can’t I feed my children?” Her first episode tells the heart rending story of the launch of this company. This episode catches us up on struggles and victories during the last year. You can see and purchase the clothing manufactured by these wonderful women at https://melissas.ro and you can contact Florina directly at [email protected] or [email protected]. Please rate this episode and share it with your network. You can support the podcast at https://patreon.com/bamstories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

Erwin Wietses is a man of many talents and projects—all connected for the glory of God. Launching Houses of Prayer, restoring an historic monastery, supporting church planting in Latin America, and running a successful business are just some of Erwin’s world. The restored monastery, Stadklooister Dort, is a tremendous place to stay (trust me, I stayed there last November while in Dordrecht for the BAM Netherlands Congress! Erwin serves as one of the leaders for BAM Netherlands (http://businessasmission.nl). Listen, rate, and share this episode. To support the Business as Mission Podcast go to http://patreon.com/bamstories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

S-P O’Mahony is an Irishman working for ATG (a UK based BAM company) and living in Romania. S-P (yes, that’s his name) is a true encourager and connector who uses his relationships to guide people toward the Kingdom of God. He often gathers people who wouldn’t normally meet (believers, unbelievers, NGO workers, business people and politicians) and challenges theme to examine their worldview in light of the claims of Christ. S-P is also the Honorory Irish Consul to Transylvania, a testament to his role as an encourager. S-P describes his work as “Relationology.” For more information about S-P and his work go his LinkedIn site: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spomahony773332473?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app. To support the podcast, you can give at https://patreon.com/bamstories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://patreon.com/bamstories --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://heronventures.vc. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://bambrasil.org. Note also the upcoming BAM Conference in Curitiba in May. Please rate our podcast where you listen and consider supporting us at https://patreon.com/bamstories. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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— https://b4tincubator.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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, [email protected], and ourcommoncalling.ca. Carrie-Anne was our guest earlier on Season 3: Episode 5. Welcome back Carrie-Anne! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://thirdpathinitiative.com and a founding member of TriVenture, “The BAM Launchpad,” at https://triventure.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 [email protected]. This is an episode you’ll want to keep and share! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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: [email protected] The 4 Creation Care Papers mentioned are available here— https://bamglobal.org/reports/. The Lausanne Paper mentioned is here— https://lausanne.org/content/wealth-creation-stewardship-creation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://businessasmission.com. You can also contact Jo directly at [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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— https://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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://thirdpathinitiative.com and support this podcast at Patreon, https://Patreon.com/bamstories --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://Patreon.com/bamstories --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://heaventoearthllc.com and she can be reached via email at [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://followerofone.org --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://theindinos.com. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://PureflowBoda.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 https://supergreensolutions.com or [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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 http://www.recycleart.ro/. To register for the event in February, use this link https://bamromania.ro/events/bam-connect-summit-2023/. Please rate and share this episode wherever you listen. To support this podcast, go to https://Patreon.com/bamstories --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mike-baer/support