Have you ever wondered how to connect your heart’s purpose to your stewardship?

In this episode, Jeff and Steve discuss: 

• Finding what you are made to do. 
• Creating a stewardship plan to do good better. 
• Coming to know people, not just know of people. 
• Creating and facilitating family-giving conversations. 

Key Takeaways: 

• When a man is doing what he is called to do, God wants him to succeed and will lead the success. 
• Start giving in the areas that God has brought you through in your own personal experiences. 
• There is a difference between being friendly and being relational - you need to be relational to get to know the hearts of people that you can align what they are excited about to stewardship. 
• Stewardship and transformation takes place in the lives of those contributing - our lives are changed because we get to be part of the giving. 

"Stewardship is not about how many checks one writes, or how big the checks, it's about your heart. We know that to be biblically true. That's really what it comes down to - aligning heart to mission. When that happens in that lane of stewardship, once you know what you're trying to achieve based on your heart, then you're going to say yes to more opportunities do to achieve that objective." —  Steve Kaloper

About Steve Kaloper:

Development Services Group, Inc. Founder 

DoingGoodBetter Foundation and LLC. 

Steve partners with non-profit organizations both domestically and internationally. He also serves high-capacity families with an investment banking model for philanthropy. Steve has over 25+ years' experience in marketing, developing strategic relationships in the private, public, and non-profit sector having served nearly 950+ organization and families globally.

In 2010, Steve and Shannon started their giving-fund, The DoingGoodBetter Foundation and in 2015, authored his first book, “The Journey Into DoingGoodBetter!” 

Passionate Leader. Strong Verbal Communicator. Driver. Strategist.

As Founder and CEO of Development Services Group, Steve offers fundraising strategies for non-profits integrating various aspects of the donor-cultivation process. As Co-Founder and CEO of the Kingdom Capital Group, Steve developed the concept of Impact Philanthropy, a results-oriented approach to giving—and a key aspect of the New Wave of Philanthropy.

Born and raised in Southern California, he and his wife of over 34-years, Shannon, have four incredible adult-kids and reside in Atlanta, Georgia. Desiring is to live a life of transparency, integrity, and to equip and empower their kids to do good. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the School of Social Ecology at the University of California, Irvine. Steve serves on several non-profit and corporate boards. Screen Actors Guild - Member. 

Connect with Steve Kaloper:

Website: https://developmentservicesgroup.com/

Website: https://doinggoodbetter.org/

Email: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]

Book: The Journey Into Doing Good Better!

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Show: https://generousbusinessowner.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Do you know what it means to build a faith-friendly organization?

In this episode, Jeff and Brandon discuss: 

• Lessons learned from losing it all and learning to work young.
• Understanding one another’s backgrounds and triggers.
• Building a faith-friendly organization.
• Being open and loving to all people, regardless of belief system.
• The journey of serving.

Key Takeaways: 

• Understand what drives you and learn how to harness that to succeed.
• God has a hand in our lives and in directing our lives, even when we do not see it at the time.
• Being bold and taking your faith with you to work is good in every situation. But you need to be loving of all people and open to others of all faiths.
• People want to know that your organization is giving back. You don’t need to brag about it, but invite, share, and love those you are serving and those in your organization.

"There's just no downside to inviting everyone to bring their whole person with them." —  Brandon Barnholt

About Brandon Barnholt: Mr. Barnholt served as the President & CEO of KeHE Distributors (https://www.kehe.com/)  for the past 16 years, and transitioned to Executive Chairman in April of 2023. Under his leadership, the company grew tenfold in revenue to $8B annually and is the leading Natural & Organic, Specialty, and Fresh Food distributors in North America. KeHE has more than 7,000 employees and is widely known for its Faith Friendly culture where employees are encouraged to bring their Whole Person to work.

Brandon has held various Corporate Executive positions during his 45-year career, and he brings highly developed skills in organizational development, cultural formation, strategic planning, corporate finance, and M&A. Brandon serves on several Corporate and Non-Profit boards and he enjoys helping leaders shape cultures that have long-lasting value.

Brandon is the current Chairman of the CEO Forum, which is an organization serving large company C-Suite leaders in their quest to be Spiritual Statespeople in the marketplace.   

Brandon and Donna have three adult children, seven and one-half grandchildren, and through their family Foundation they serve many organizations in the U.S. and around the globe related to providing a hand up for those less fortunate.

Connect with Brandon Barnholt:

Website: https://www.kehe.com/

KeHE Cares: https://www.kehecares.org/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-barnholt

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Have you ever wondered how you can make a bigger impact with your for-profit company in your community and in God’s Kingdom?

In this episode, Jeff and Michael discuss: 

• Getting out of survival mode and finding financial freedom.
• Contentment in Christ.
• Ministry in the marketplace.
• Understanding what you are solving for and what the purpose of your drive is.

Key Takeaways: 

• 2 out of 3 kids who come out of poverty are directly correlated to them having a positive exposure in their lives.
• The fruit of the Spirit is real and causes a transformation in your life.
• Ministry happens in the daily life and in belonging. You don’t have to be non-profit to bless the people in your community to thrive, prosper, and flourish.
• Look at what you can do to lift your team in ways more than just raising salary.

"God does not need you to be a success in business. God does not need you to go and build anything. What God requires from us is obedience." —  Michael Arrieta

About Michael Arrieta: Michael Arrieta is a private equity investor, venture capitalist, and former technology entrepreneur.

He is the Founder & CEO of Garden City Equity, a people-first holding company that buys, grows, and holds blue- and white-collar service businesses from owners seeking a retirement succession or liquidity plan

Prior he spent his time within MAV Ventures, New Story Homes, DocuSign, Wyse, and Dell.

Michael currently serves on the board of Cambia Health Solutions.

Feel free to connect: [email protected]

Connect with Michael Arrieta:

Website: https://gardencityequity.com/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelarrieta/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikeArrieta

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Have you ever wanted to increase your non-monetary generosity but didn’t know how? 

In this episode, Jeff and Randy discuss: 

• Moving through the struggles of career changes and jobs you don’t love.
• The meaningful setbacks of entrepreneurship.
• Being willing to be vulnerable and honest about your story.
• Trusting in putting out good to get good back.

Key Takeaways: 

• Thinking differently is never a bad thing. But the key is getting people to listen to what you have to say.
• You did not put yourself in the success you have. You were a steward of the success that God has given you.
• There are ways to give even when you have nothing monetary to give.
• Everyone has had struggles, whether they talk about it or not. Our struggles help us to connect and, ultimately, are part of the path to generosity and success.

"At the root of any struggle to truly be generous is ultimately a lack of faith, and so it is struggling to be generous. The problem isn't a question of generosity, the problem is a question of faith - that you have lost sight of the identity of your Father in Heaven." —  Randy Walton

About Randy Walton: A speaker, consultant, and leadership expert, Randy Walton has been advising leaders and executive teams for over 25 years. Randy has deep experience in developing market strategies and developing organizational culture. He has extensive experience in corporate strategic planning, operations management, marketing, technology, business consulting, and organizational leadership. Randy works and travels extensively throughout North America and Europe mentoring and advising senior leaders and executive teams.

He is the co-author of:

·       "Roadmap to Remarkable"

·       "Enhancing Your Business Value... The Climb To The Top... Smart Strategies for a Successful Expedition"

·        Coming in 2023 - “Hidden in Plain Sight: The Communications Secrets You’re Just Not Seeing”

Connect with Randy Walton:

Website: https://randy-walton.squarespace.com/

Books: https://randy-walton.squarespace.com/publications

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/randywalton/

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

Have you ever wanted to create more of an impact in your community or in the Kingdom with your business?

In this episode, Jeff and Austin discuss: 

• Working in the family business from a young age. 
• How your past can influence the impact you make now or in the future. 
• Connecting with peers outside of your immediate circle. 
• Building better as a team. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Build with a higher purpose than just what your projects look like on paper. 
• Generosity is more than money. Think about how your business can be a platform for generosity in other ways.
• Leverage your platform for greater kingdom impact. There are ways to plant seeds no matter what industry you are in. 
• Open your eyes to how others are making an impact. 

"Find a peer group. There's cost associated, whether it be financial or time, but those commitments can be life changing." —  Austin Williams

Episode References: 

• Halftime: https://halftimeinstitute.org/
• Ben Rutt: Continuing a Legacy of Stewardship

About Austin Williams: Hoping to make a “dent in the universe,” Austin founded Compass with an eye for developing East Tennessee’s future. As Compass continues to grow and add to its portfolio of projects, Austin envisions more dreams becoming reality through development. He has a passion for Downtown Sevierville’s revitalization efforts and contributes to those as Chairman of the Sevierville Commons Association and developer of projects including The Appalachian and Graze Burgers.

As a homegrown Sevier County local, Austin’s passion for his hometown led to involvement with numerous civic organizations in various roles. Austin is a graduate of leadership programs Leadership Tomorrow, Leadership Sevier, and East Tennessee Region Leadership. He now serves on Sevierville Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, United Way of Sevier County’s Board of Directors, and Sevier County Quarterback Club as Chairman. He previously served on Carson-Newman Alumni Board, Sevier County Republican Party Board, and co-founded Young Executives of Sevierville.

Austin graduated from Carson-Newman University with a B.S. in Business Administration, then briefly worked in finance in Knoxville before returning to Sevierville with his wife Katie. They have been blessed with twins Harper and Rhett, as well as with their newest addition Baker.

Austin leads Compass to a bright future as “Opportunity Creator,” and also leads his community to one. Austin was selected as the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce's 2022 Citizen of the Year and Knox News 40 Under 40 Class of 2022. He will continue to leave a positive impact on the people and places his success-oriented mentality reaches.

Connect with Austin Williams:

Website: https://www.compassventures.net/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33286548/admin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/compassventuresLLC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/development_by_compass/

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Pete discuss: 

• The impact of an involved, intentional mentor. 
• The importance of having 3 mentors - older, younger, and peer. 
• Trusting God and honoring His Sabbath. 
• Stewardship is more than just giving.
• Creativity in generosity.  

Key Takeaways: 

• One of the best lessons you can teach your children is generosity.  
• If you want to be successful in life, honor God, honor your wife, and love your kids.
• Your business and your faith are not separate aspects of your life. You have one life, and everything is interconnected. 
• High expectations are good for the human soul. People want to take pride in their work and in what they do. 

"We believe that the purpose of business is to create economic, social, and spiritual capitals, not just to maximize shareholder value, but it has to be a catalyst for flourishing." —  Pete Ochs

About Pete Ochs: Pete Ochs is an author, investor, entrepreneur, and chief steward of Capital III and Enterprise Stewardship: two companies dedicated to being a catalyst for flourishing. Pete’s passion in life is to educate, equip, and empower business leaders worldwide to live for something greater than themselves by using their business platform to impact the world for Christ. To further this end, Pete has written two books, High Impact LIFE and High Impact Business, providing personal and business transformation frameworks. More information can be found at www.enterprisestewardship.com.

Connect with Pete Ochs:

Website: https://www.enterprisestewardship.com/

Book: https://www.enterprisestewardship.com/high-impact-life

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@enterprisestewardship3695

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-ochs/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EStewardship3

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnterpriseStewardship/

Pete & Deb Ochs - Jailhouse Generosity Video: https://vimeo.com/61562068

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

In this episode, Jeff and Jerry discuss: 

• Teaching generosity to your children and living a life of service. 
• Leading with collaboration. 
• Intentionally stewarding God’s resources. 
• What a wisdom camp is and how it can provide opportunity. 

Key Takeaways: 

• The greatest joy in life is in serving others. 
• We are all children of God and made in His image. Giving internationally, even in part, can help your funds go further than they might go locally. 
• Manage your estate before you no longer can. It will allow you to make clear choices and communicate with family why you are doing what you are. 
• Find a way to make a difference to one person, even in a small way. You don’t have to change the world, you just need to do good, even for one person. 

"Don't start with thinking you can change it all. But what you can do, is you can help somebody do something. So when you wake up: be kind, do something for somebody, go out of yourself, give to somebody else that needs it more than you do, and if it's just one person, you're still doing the right thing." —  Jerry Heuer

About Jerry Heuer: Jerry Heuer lives in Hermosa Beach with Leanne his wife of 42 years. Jerry and Leanne have 3 adult children and 2 grandsons (Yahoo!!!). Jerry has a B.A. in Business Administration from California State University Fullerton. Jerry has over 40 years of business experience and has been the Owner and/or President of over 100 different companies in both the private and public sectors. Jerry was a founding Board Member for Hermosa Beach Education Foundation and volunteered and served on several boards and nonprofit organizations through the years. Jerry still has 1 dealership that he has ownership in and serves as its President.

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

In this episode, Jeff and Jim discuss: 

• Having a passion for your work. 
• The ubiquitous nature of marketing.
• Getting out of your comfort zone. 
• The sustaining nature of faith. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Marketing is not an expense, it is an investment in your business. 
• You need to let people know who you are, what you’re selling, and be available. 
• Community is what people need. The average home size has decreased in the last 50 years, but humans need connection and community. 
• If not for your struggle, you cannot know your strength. 

"Life offers you a second chance - it’s called tomorrow. You’ve got to suit up every single day." —  Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale

About Jim McIngvale: Born in Mississippi, Jim “Mattress Mack” Mcingvale attended high school in Dallas, TX and was a student at the University of Texas and the University of North Texas where he played football for both schools in 1969-1970 and 1972-1973, respectively. After college, Mack worked at a convenience store where his boss did him a huge favor one day: he fired him.

Refreshed and determined, Mack found a job at a furniture store on the other side of town where he diligently worked, absorbing the business practices and trades of the furniture industry. Inspired, he made a decision that would forever change his life and the competitive world of the retail industry: to open up his own furniture store.

Mattress Mack now has three Gallery Furniture stores, the original North Freeway, 110,000 square foot location, the largest store on Grand Parkway, and the smaller Post Oak store. While Gallery Furniture is well known, Mack’s philanthropy is legendary. In fact, his philanthropy is as contagious as his passion for furniture. His work on special projects has helped to build the first Mobile Stroke Unit in the USA for patients in Houston and when Hurricane Harvey hit Houston in August of 2017, Mack opened the doors of Gallery Furniture to those who were seeking shelter from the flood. Most recently, Mack served 3,000+ meals and provided overnight shelter to more than 700 Houstonians at Gallery Furniture who were affected by Winter Storm Uri. When there's a great charitable need, Mack is usually the first to respond, if not spearhead the effort.

Anyone who's ever worked for or with Mack knows that he builds his business and performs his acts of charity not for recognition, but to benefit the community at large. Mack has a huge heart and is focused on helping Houston become the greatest city in America. Mack is one of Houston's most recognized citizens and has touched the lives of countless Houstonians in a positive way.

Connect with Jim McIngvale:

Website: https://www.mattressmack.com/ 

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

In this episode, Jeff and Ben discuss: 

• Ben’s unique childhood filled with God, travel, work, and service.  
• Childhood expectations and earning your way. 
• Blessings of starting from the beginning or the bottom of a business. 
• Putting action to your thoughts and words. 

Key Takeaways: 

• We all have a purpose - we will not be able to make the best use of it if we are only living a lukewarm life. 
• People see value when they take part in lifting themselves up, even if they get an assist, when they take part and contribute, they feel more motivation and responsibility. 
• Especially in a family business, communication is the key. 
• Be a first rate, best version of yourself, not a second rate version of someone else. 

"When you get to see how the rest of the world lives, and you get to experience it, there is no amount of talking about it that is going to have the same impact." —  Ben Rutt

About Ben Rutt: With a professional journey spanning over 13 years in the real estate industry, Ben Rutt has crafted a distinguished career after acquiring his Marketing degree from Messiah College in 2010. He is celebrating 10 years with Keystone Custom Homes, where he has held a variety of positions including New Home Advisor, Supply Chain, Sales Management, and Director of Marketing. In his current role of Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Ben is fiercely focused on creating an exceptional customer experience for new home buyers driven by innovation, transparency, and data-driven decision-making. The motivation behind Ben’s accomplished career is the desire for deep, meaningful work that extends beyond the bottom line. Keystone’s intimate connections with HOPE International provide purpose beyond profit, with 89% of the company owned by the National Christian Foundation. Outside of the office, Ben takes pride in raising his four children with his wife Rebecca. He also enjoys traveling, is a self-proclaimed history buff, and has a competitive streak on the tennis court.

Connect with Ben Rutt:

Website: https://www.hopeinternational.org/

Website: https://www.keystonecustomhome.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-rutt

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

In this episode, Jeff and Wade discuss: 

• Generational divisiveness. 
• Finding your mission. 
• Wade’s mission in Haiti and the lives it has changed. 
• Restarting life, climbing the mountain, and building the kingdom. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Sometimes we prepare ourselves, sometimes God prepares us directly in ways we can only see in hindsight.  
• Listen to where God is directing you. You have skills and connections that nobody else does and the tenacity to see through what He is pricking your heart to do.  
• Hope is not a business plan, it is a salvation plan, but it is not a business plan. 
• Courage is preparation. Get around other generous people who will challenge you to be prepared for the blessings God will bring you and others through you. 

"You don’t have to change everything, you do have to change something." —  Wade McGuinn

Episode References: 

• Jesus Revolution - https://jesusrevolution.movie/about

About Wade McGuinn: Wade McGuinn, the owner of McGuinn Homes, has served the Midland of South Carolina for 37 years, building thousands of homes and countless communities. Affordable home building for ourselves and investors remain the core of our operations. Wade is a certified master builder in South Carolina and is past president of the HBA Central South Carolina, author of Building Your Dream Home, and owner of one of the most awarded Homes Building Companies in South Carolina. We do vertical and horizontal construction for our retail customers and Build For Rent investors, such as Bridge, Transcendent, Empire, and Lafayette. In addition, McGuinn is a sought-after panel participant at equity conferences to help builders and developers understand the equity and debt markets' supply side. In 2003, McGuinn embarked on a mission trip with the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission to Jeremie, Haiti. While on this trip, he discovered his most significant life challenge –poverty, the worst he had ever witnessed. Wade had been on many overseas mission trips to Cuba, Honduras, Vietnam, and Mexico, but none of these trips compared to what he experienced in Haiti. This trip would start his life's work "to take care of the least of these." This work continues as Next Generation Ministries in the US and abroad.

Connect with Wade McGuinn:

Website: https://www.mcguinnhomes.com/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wade-mcguinn-8b151b40/ 

Connect with Jeff Thomas: 

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/