From Crown of Thorns to Krown Network — A Kingdom Vision for Blockchain

In this episode of Marketplace Kings, Richey Owen interviews James Stephens, a faith-driven founder and CEO of Krown Technologies, who shares how God gave him the name, the mission, and the vision to build the first-ever quantum-secured blockchain.

This isn’t just a tech story—it’s a testimony.

In This Episode:

• James’ powerful journey from near-death to digital visionary

• How the Crown Network was inspired by the crown of thorns

• Why quantum computers are changing everything (and fast!)

• What makes this blockchain different—and Kingdom-focused

• The role of faith, prayer, and purpose in business strategy

Don’t miss how one man’s surrender to Jesus birthed an entire tech ecosystem for good.

In this groundbreaking episode, host Richey Owen sits down with James Stephens, visionary CEO and founder of Krown Technologies, to explore how faith, innovation, and kingdom purpose intersect in the world of Web3, blockchain, and quantum computing.

James isn’t just a tech founder he’s a three-time cancer survivor, a bold believer, and a trailblazer who is building the world’s first quantum-secured layer one blockchain, designed not just for profit but for purpose. From launching the Camelot Ecosystem to pioneering quantum wallets and blockchain protocols, James shares how Krown Network was birthed through prayer, pain, and a calling to protect the digital world and glorify God in the process.

Topics we cover:

• How quantum computing threatens today’s data security

• Why James built Krown to be "for the Crown of Thorns"

• How businesses can be bold in their faith

• Krown’s upcoming product launches (Castle hot wallet, Excalibur cold wallet)

• Using Web3 and blockchain for global good and kingdom impact

Whether you're a faith-driven entrepreneur, a blockchain believer, or just hungry for purpose in your business—this episode is for you.

Clint Riggin shares how he stepped into a Head of Ministry role after being approached by Tom, an advisor at Pray.com, and Brian, co-founder of Freedom Ventures. Though initially unsure what that entailed, Clint embraced the opportunity when he learned the mission was to put Jesus first in every partnership and ensure kingdom alignment in all business dealings.

“We’re not building a bank account — we’re building God’s kingdom.”

Clint describes Freedom Ventures as a financial lending firm offering:

• SBA loans

• Lines of credit

• Startup capital via 0% credit cards

• A venture studio called DOCSA (which means glory and honor)

They serve businesses ranging from $500K–$2M in gross revenue, with a relationship-first model that includes personal guidance, capital sourcing, and long-term support.

In this powerful episode of Marketplace Kings, Clint Riggin shares a raw and redemptive testimony of transformation—from addiction, military discharge, and suicidal thoughts to full surrender to Jesus Christ.

Clint opens up about his journey through childhood trauma, steroid abuse, substance addiction, identity loss, and building a successful fitness business... only to hit rock bottom. But his story didn’t end there. What followed was a Saul-to-Paul moment that led Clint to radical surrender, a new identity in Christ, and a calling to impact lives through faith and business.

Whether you’re struggling with your past, searching for your purpose, or ready to stop running and come home—this episode will speak directly to your heart.

Breakthrough starts when you stop running and surrender everything. You’re not too far gone. You’re made for more.

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What happens when you hand your business and your life fully to Jesus?

In this Marketplace Kings episode, Clint Riggin shares how God rescued him after multiple suicide attempts and rebuilt his identity, calling, and leadership. Today Clint is the founder of Limitless Faith and Head of Ministry & Partnerships at Freedom Ventures Group, helping men walk in true discipleship while serving business owners with faith-driven capital solutions.

In this conversation: Holy Spirit–led entrepreneurship: strategies birthed in prayer

From darkness to discipleship: Clint’s redemption and calling

Men’s ministry done right: vulnerability, brotherhood, accountability

Freedom Ventures 101: lending, SBA lines of credit, and values-aligned partnerships

Marketplace evangelism by example serving people, not just closing deals

A vision for brotherhoods in every zip code and a practical discipleship manual

Connect with ClintLimitless Faith: LimitlessFaith.orgIG/FB/LinkedIn: @ClintRiggin

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Drop a comment: What’s one area you’re inviting the Holy Spirit to lead in your business?

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Every business runs on trade—and so does the Kingdom. In this episode of Marketplace Kings, Richey and Hosiah unpack the idea of heaven’s trading floors: how Jesus made the ultimate trade at the Cross, how the Fall began with a bad trade in Eden, and why Ezekiel 28 warns us about pride born from “abundance of trading.”

We explore the difference between heavenly and demonic trades, how worship and prayer engage heaven’s economy, and practical heart-posture to avoid partnering with lies that steal peace, health, favor, and purpose.What you’ll learn:Trade at the Cross: beauty-for-ashes exchanges we can receive nowEden’s first bad deal—and how similar traps show up in business todayEzekiel 28: the danger of pride when success scalesHeavenly vs. demonic trading floors (and why your heart posture matters)A preview of how to reclaim what’s been wrongly traded in your life or lineageIf you’re ready to redeem trade in your industry, drop “Redeem trade” in the comments, like & subscribe, and share this with a Kingdom builder who needs it.Marketplace KingsFollow our Marketplace Kings Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketplaceKings1Website: www.marketplace-king.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577610488863LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/marketplace-kings/?viewAsMember=trueInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/marketplace_kings/Fully Yielded VesselsFind out more information on the book "Fully Yielded Vessels" Here:www.fullyyieldedvessels.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577210914521LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fully-yielded-vessels/?viewAsMember=true

What happens when you stop striving and start listening? In this episode of Marketplace Kings, Richey sits down with Jerry Williams, founder of New Wave Lending, to unpack how a prayer-before-the-boardroom lifestyle reshaped his leadership, culture, and company growth.

Inside the episode:

Jerry’s path from 2004 mortgage newbie to launching New Wave (2018)

Building custom software to serve clients better—and what he learned when it didn’t become a SaaS rocket ship

The dream that shifted everything: quitting striving and letting God grow the company

Wild guidance stories: calling a future president he barely knew, and saying no to a massive hire that wasn’t a fit

Scaling from a small team to ~40 employees while protecting culture and putting people firstCoaching identity over hustle: the way New Wave mentors and places people in the right seat What’s next: AI + tech to double team capacity without losing heart If you’re a kingdom-minded leader, you’ll love the practicals on fear-free leadership, culture, and value creation that serves people first.

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Topics: Faith in business, mortgage industry, digital mortgages, leadership, culture, AI, hiring, identity coaching

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The Joseph Blueprint: We unpack Joseph as a prophetic model for an end-time marketplace movement—why “12” signals kingdom government, how God prepares modern Josephs (industry skill + prophetic insight), and what it means to redeem trade and steward influence like Moses before Pharaoh. Step into your assignment to transform companies, sectors, and cities.Comment “I’m a Joseph” or “I want to redeem trade.”#MarketplaceKings #JosephAnointing #KingdomBusiness #RedeemTrade #PrayerRoomToBoardroomMarketplace KingsFollow our Marketplace Kings Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketplaceKings1Website: www.marketplace-king.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577610488863LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/marketplace-kings/?viewAsMember=trueInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/marketplace_kings/Fully Yielded VesselsFind out more information on the book "Fully Yielded Vessels" Here:www.fullyyieldedvessels.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577210914521LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fully-yielded-vessels/?viewAsMember=true

If faith and business actually worked together… what would it look like? In this episode of Marketplace Kings, host Richey Owen sits down with Al Velez—Executive Pastor, former Fortune 500 VP, and the leader behind the culture shift that inspired Staples’ famous “Easy Button.”

Al shares how a radical encounter with Jesus reshaped his leadership, why servant leadership beats “command and control,” and the inside story of creating a “Say Yes” customer culture that moved the needle company-wide. We also dig into practical ways to lead people (not just numbers), celebrate behaviors (not just results), and invite the Holy Spirit into everyday decisions at work.

What you will learn:

• How the “Easy Button” idea was born from E.A.S.Y. — Every Associate Says Yes

• Turning managers into leaders who serve, celebrate, and develop people

• Why customers stay loyal when your team feels valued

• Real stories of creative problem-solving (yes—even returning pots & pans to a store that didn’t sell them!)

• A pastor’s advice to men and marketplace leaders: empty yourself to elevate others

Episode 2 — Joseph Anointing Under Attack: We expose the enemy’s early playbook against your calling—envy and offense, identity-stripping, seduction and false accusation, and strategic delay. Richey Owen and Dr. Hosiah Tagara show how to counter with forgiveness, excellence, discipline, truth, and God’s timing so prophetic dreams become boardroom strategy.Comment “I’m a Joseph” if this is you.#MarketplaceKings #JosephAnointing #FaithInBusiness #SpiritualWarfare #PrayerRoomToBoardroomMarketplace KingsFollow our Marketplace Kings Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketplaceKings1Website: www.marketplace-king.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577610488863LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/marketplace-kings/?viewAsMember=trueInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/marketplace_kings/Fully Yielded VesselsFind out more information on the book "Fully Yielded Vessels" Here:www.fullyyieldedvessels.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577210914521LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fully-yielded-vessels/?viewAsMember=true