Time Swap

In this episode, Romanita Hairston and Dave Morehead share anecdotes about non-profit challenges and lessons since 2020. Romanita describes her experience as a “quadruple pandemic,” while Dave reflects on his compassion fatigue. Yet, they press on, choosing to lead with creativity and hope.

Romanita Hairston currently serves as the CEO of M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust. Dave Morehead serves as the CIO of Baylor University’s Office of Investments. Both are responsible for stewarding $2 billion on behalf of their respective institutions. 

Swap your time with Dave and Romanita. This episode is a treat! 

This episode is an edited recording of a live webinar from early 2026.

Timestamps:

(00:00-00:54) - Introduction 

(00:55-04:46) - Welcoming Dave Morehead and Romanita Hairston

(04:47-15:29) - Nonprofit Leaders Face the “Quadruple Pandemic”

(15:30-21:10) - Dave Gives Precious Time Back to His Busy Team

(21:11-25:20) - Dave’s Fiscal Responsibility Since 2020

(25:21-37:54) - Romanita On Missional Organizations

(37:55-49:51) - Compassion Fatigue

(49:52-57:52) - Retaining Talent in a Competitive Market

(57:40-58:22) - Conclusion 

(58:23-59:21) - Thank You and Disclaimers

Guests:

Dave Morehead: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmorehead/ 

Romanita Hairston: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romanitahairston/

Contact: 

Email any of your questions for Sarah Mizell, Dave Morehead, or Romanita Hairston regarding this episode to [email protected]

Amber Knowles, Executive Director of The Riverside Project, pictures a river carrying vulnerable children toward tragedy. You and your friends notice the situation, take your places along the river, and work together to help them find stability. 

The Riverside Project supports the Houston community to do this work for children in the foster care system. They mobilize the church, coordinate a response network, and teach trauma-informed care, so that everyone can find their place along the river.

We strongly believe in the work Amber is doing and invite you to swap your time with her in this episode.

Timestamps:  

(00:00-00:34) - Introduction

(00:35-04:30) - River Analogy

(04:31-05:52) - Three Strategic Initiatives

(05:53-08:00) - Neighborhood Focus

(08:01-10:41) - Upstream Organizations

(10:42-12:34) - Eyes Open to the Need 

(12:35-16:29) - Cove’s Partnership with Riverside

(16:30-17:24) - Thank You and Disclaimers

Guest & Organizations:

Amber Knowles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-slater-knowles-9a584072/

The Riverside Project: https://riversideproject.org/

Contact:

Email any of your questions for Sarah Mizell or Amber Knowles regarding this episode to [email protected]

“We are the evangelism of our time,” says Doug Meikle in our fifth episode of Time Swap. He is convinced that Christians in the workplace are called to be “evidence” that demands a “verdict” from the world. 

Doug lives out his conviction by serving as the CEO of Star of Hope, leading with both innovation and joy. He invites everyone in Houston to “come and see” the compassion of their work. Furthermore, he has founded TrueWorks, a nonprofit that seeks to re-enchant the often frustrating work of professionals in Houston.

Timestamps: 

(00:00-00:35) - Preview

(00:36-01:09) - Introducing Doug Meikle

(01:10-06:45) - Becoming a Christian and Journeying to America

(06:46-09:23) - Thirty Year Career in Oil

(09:24-15:58) - Raising Third Culture Children

(15:59-21:05) - Mission-oriented Businesses

(21:06-26:47) - The Origin of TrueWorks

(26:48-30:29) - A Journey of Generosity 

(30:30-32:30) - Flexible Life Goals

(32:31-37:34) - Financing Star of Hope in a Secular World

(37:35-42:35) - “Come and See!”

(42:36-47:46) - Proper Perspective 

(47:47-48:41) - Thank Yous and Disclaimers

Resources Mentioned: 

• Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-changing Truths for a Skeptical World: https://www.amazon.com/Evidence-That-Demands-Verdict-Life-Changing/dp/1401676707

• Third Culture Kids (Growing Up Among Worlds):

https://www.amazon.com/Third-Culture-Kids-Growing-Revised/dp/1857885252

• Cove Culture Code (PDF):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uqbZG7-CQbwJO7al1sh5nIt_MQc3H9d9/view

Guest & Organizations:

• Doug Meikle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougmeikle/

• TrueWorks: https://www.trueworkshouston.org/

• Star of Hope: https://www.sohmission.org/

Contact:

Email any of your questions for Sarah Mizell or Doug Meikle regarding this episode to [email protected]

What does it look like to invest at the highest level? Does it have to compromise the well-being of investors?

In this fourth episode of Time Swap, we’re joined by Dave Morehead, the CIO of Baylor University’s Office of Investments.

Dave leads his team of eight (going on nine) to manage Baylor University’s $2.4+ billion endowment. He is a remarkable leader, prioritizing both excellence and care—he operates his team at an “Olympic level” of excellence while creatively freeing their time for what matters most.

(00:00-00:59) - Introduction

(00:59-03:06) - Dave Morehead’s Investment Team

(03:07-07:32) - Marketable Securities and Private Allocations 

(07:33-12:56) - Diversification and Concentration 

(12:57-23:11) - Dave’s Experience on Boards - Check Egos at the Door

(23:12-26:42) - Excellence and Curiosity 

(26:43-32:49) - Handing Time Back to Employees

(32:50-35:25) - Constant Learning 

(35:26-39:15) - Humility and Teamwork

(39:16-41:11) - It’s Not That Hard

(41:12-42:06) - Thank You and Disclaimers 

You can find Dave Morehead at https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmorehead/

Email any of your questions for Sarah Mizell or Dave Morehead regarding this episode to [email protected]

Too often our culture falls into self-centered and short-sighted investing. But what if we chose to invest counter-culturally? What kind of world could we help build for our grandkids’ grandkids? 

In this third episode of Time Swap, we are joined by Matt Morris, the former CEO of Stewart Title.  

Today, Matt owns and operates an investment firm that strategically finances businesses seeking to do more than grow their bottom line, but rather to participate in the redemption of the world.

(00:00-01:06) - Introduction

(01:07-05:35) - Leading Organizations Out of Crisis Situations

(05:36-12:15) - Faith-driven Investing

(12:16-14:21) - Partners in The Journey

(14:22-18:30) - Questioning Concessionary Returns

(18:31-19:41) - Timing

(19:42-24:15) - The Culmination of Matt’s Theory of Business and Faith

(24:16-26:07) - Investing for Your Grandkids’ Grandkids

(26:08-27:08]) Thank You and Disclaimers  

You can find Matt Morris at https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-morris-9a1b124/

Email any of your questions for Sarah Mizell or Matt Morris regarding this episode to [email protected]

Growth does not occur without change—but not all change leads to growth.

This episode offers fresh ways to name what’s happening, frame the moment, and lead others through uncertainty without oversimplifying the reality of change.

In this second episode of Time Swap, we’re joined by Kat Landa, who has spent more than two decades helping mission-driven organizations navigate growth, transition, and transformation. 

Currently serving as Chief Growth Officer at DickersonBakker, Kat brings clear frameworks, memorable imagery, and actionable insights that provide  leaders with tools to navigate pivotal change moments. 

You can learn more about Kat Landa at https://katlanda.com/

Email any of your questions regarding this episode to [email protected]

(00:00-00:46) - Purpose of Time Swap

(00:47-01:28) - Introduction to Kat Landa

(01:29-02:48) - Growth Does Not Happen Without Change 

(02:49-06:00) - Framework for Change: The Platform Is On Fire 

(06:01-10:23)  - Early Adopters and Cynics

(10:24-13:37) - Practiced Review of Examination 

(13:38-17:44) - Hold Your Identity Loosely

(17:45-22:33) - Crossroads and Spirals 

(22:34-31:34) - Discerning God’s Will

(31:35-36:40) - Rhythms of Receiving 

(36:41-38:59) - Closing/Prayer 

(39:00-42:55)  - Reflection 

(42:56-43:56) - Thank You and Disclaimers

Life is full of relationships, critical decisions, and unexpected turns. In this inaugural episode of Time Swap, we are honored to be joined by Dr. Robert Sloan and Mrs. Sue Sloan, President and First Lady of Houston Christian University (HCU).

Together, Dr. & Mrs. Sloan have led two major institutions—Baylor University and HCU—while building a life anchored in faith, shared purpose, and family. They are parents to seven children and grandparents to twenty-four, with another grandchild on the way at the time of this recording.

You can learn more about Houston Christian University and Dr. & Mrs. Sloan at https://hc.edu/.

(00:00–01:40) - Introduction
(01:41–02:55) - David’s First Memory of the Sloans
(02:56–06:32) - “Never Say Divorce”
(06:33–08:32) - Devotional Life in Marriage
(08:33–09:55) - Making Decisions Together
(09:56–11:59) - Choosing to Have Children
(12:00–15:06) - Navigating Disagreements
(15:07–20:06) - Focus and Energy
(20:07–24:52) - A Life-Changing Moment: Moving to Princeton
(24:53–26:04) - Discerning Providential Signals
(26:05–30:05) - Vision for Houston Christian University
(30:06–34:26) - Showing Your Children a Bigger World
(34:27–37:09) - How People Capture a Vision for Their Life
(37:10–41:34) - Open Hands: “Cove Is His Business”
(41:35–47:47) - Reflections
(47:48–48:52) - Thank You and Disclaimers