Values Based Business

Mike Davis, senior pastor at Hayhira Community Church and chaplain at Lowndes County Sheriff's Office, shared his journey from law enforcement to ministry. He detailed his transition from insurance fraud investigations to bi-vocational pastoring, influenced by his wife's heart failure and recovery. Davis discussed his roles, including life coaching and running Ace Handyman Services, which he started with a friend. He highlighted the church's community outreach, such as food ministries and community meals, and the church's disaffiliation from the United Methodist Church. Davis emphasized the importance of practical theology and integrating faith into all aspects of life.

Kelly Yates, CEO of Options Now, a life choice clinic,shared her faith journey inspired by her father's pro-life ministry. Shediscussed the clinic's impact, averaging 240 Red Rose babies annually, and theimportance of providing non-judgmental support. Kelly emphasized the need forchurches to speak truth about life and support the ministry financially andthrough volunteering. She highlighted the significance of the Men's Ministryand the abortion recovery program.  Kellyalso mentions the challenges of the abortion pill and the importance of earlyultrasounds to show the heartbeat.

Santiago Iturralde and Langdon Root discussed their experiences at Semper Tek, a company with a strong Christian and family-oriented culture. Santiago shared his journey to his current role, emphasizing the importance of faith and community connections. Langdon highlighted the company's values of competence, trust, respect, and humor, noting the high retention rate of employees. They both underscored the significance of saying "yes" to opportunities and trusting God's timing. Santiago's leadership and the company's ethical practices, including hiring veterans, were key factors in maintaining a positive work environment.

Joel Hunt, a local business man and Christian musician, discussed his new album "Shell Cracker Band Album Seven" with hosts Steve Jaramillo and Chad Daugherty. The album, set to release this week, features entirely Christian music, including songs from the 1990s. Joel and his twin brother Eric have been writing music together since college. The album includes tracks like "Glory," "Depth of Your Love," and "All Things Wonderful," which Joel explained were inspired by their faith and personal experiences. Joel emphasized the importance of recognizing God's love and the value of life, encouraging listeners to find the album on various platforms.

Steven Hall, a singer-songwriter and insurance professional, shared his journey from country music to Christian music, inspired by his faith and the loss of a close family friend, James Eunice. James's note, "The Clock is Ticking," inspired Steven to write a song entitled Love Someone. The song, produced by Sam Hart, aims to encourage faith and action. Steven's involvement with the James Eunice Foundation, which raised significant funds through a golf tournament, highlights the impact of James's legacy. The song is available on streaming platforms under Steven Lynnwood Hall.

Chad Daugherty, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, discussed his journey and success in integrating faith with business practices. Over six months, he has seen significant growth in his client base and business, emphasizing the importance of building trust and relationships. Chad measures success not just by assets under management but by the impact he has on clients' lives, such as simplifying financial processes. He highlighted the challenges of time management and the importance of spiritual resilience and community support. Chad also shared his involvement in the Walk to End Alzheimer's, aiming to raise awareness and support for caretakers.

Jody Allen, owner of Azalea City Creamery, shared his faith journey, starting with his father's transformation from an alcoholic to a preacher. Jody discussed the origins of his businesses, including Snowpocalypse and Azalea City Creamery, emphasizing the importance of treating employees and customers with love and integrity. He highlighted the challenges faced, such as health issues and family commitments, and the decision to sell Snowpocalypse. Jody advised aspiring business owners to plan thoroughly, pray, and live out their faith consistently. He also talks about the importance of community involvement.

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