This is the first in a series of four episodes where Dan sits down with Founder and CEO Jess Correll.

Welcome to this episode of the River Foundation Podcast. Listen in as Jess shares about his upbringing and early business ventures (did you know he used to be in the diamond business?), but, more importantly, learn about the lasting impact his parents had on him when it comes to the importance of generosity.

Episode Highlights

[1:00] Why Jess still keeps those squeaky chairs around

[2:11] The summer experience that prepared Jess for the rest of his business career

[3:42] "The Lord is much more interested in the dollar in your pocket than the hundred dollars you might get."

[6:10] From coke machines and cattle to selling Bibles: How Jess met Doug Ditto

[8:38] Why Wilmore, Kentucky had never been on Jess's radar, despite growing up in Central Kentucky

[10:24] How Jess got into the diamond business with a simple phone call and ended up becoming a registered gemologist

[12:05] The conversation that helped Jess change his major from history to business

Resources

Asbury University