Faith Driven Investor

Israeli entrepreneurs, one Palestinian and one Israeli, discuss leading businesses amidst tragedy. They share insights on faith-driven investing, navigating complex identities in Israel, and promoting peace amidst cultural differences. The podcast highlights the importance of understanding, empathy, and unity in the business world.

Mark Stoleson, CEO of Legatum, discusses increasing prosperity through Faith Driven Investing. Topics include stewardship in investments, Dubai as a business hub, multifaceted prosperity, and leadership in a diverse environment.

David Erickson, CIO of Ascension Investment Management, discusses thematic investing strategies and the current market environment. Topics include the impact of disruptive themes, faith-based investing, and aligning investments with personal values and faith.

Venture capitalist James Cham discusses the impact of Artificial Intelligence on faith-driven investors, touching on topics such as ethical considerations, the practical applications of AI, integrating biblical truths into technology, and navigating the intersection of faith, business, and technology.

Justin Speer and Phil Jung from Sovereign's Capital join to discuss the current state of private and public markets, AI technologies, healthcare transformation, and challenges faced by banks. They also reflect on the importance of faith, trust, and identity in investing and personal life.

In this captivating discussion, Adesuwa Rhodes, founder of Aruwa Capital, sheds light on her mission to close the gender gap in Africa through impactful investing. She shares insights on the importance of empowering female entrepreneurs and fund managers in West Africa, highlighting successful ventures like Coolbox. The conversation also delves into the challenges of fundraising and the significance of strategic partnerships. Adesuwa emphasizes embracing rejection and the lessons from her athletic background, advocating for faith-driven investments that inspire systemic change.

Finny Kuruvilla from Eventide Asset Management discusses the dynamic biotech and healthcare markets. He highlights how recent breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment and cancer screening are reshaping patient care. The conversation touches on the challenges of navigating private and public biotech markets, driven by venture capital dynamics. Kuruvilla also explores AI's role in enhancing healthcare diagnostics and decision-making. Throughout, he emphasizes the intersection of faith and investment, advocating for ethical choices that promote human flourishing.

Patrick Fisher, founder of Creation Investments, talks about investing in emerging markets around the world. He explores the impact of COVID, politics, and the rise and fall of countries. He discusses the role of business and investment in reducing poverty and increasing financial inclusion. He also highlights the power of private equity in impact investing and the success of a thriving financial institution in the US. The podcast acknowledges the impactful work of faith-driven investing and encourages listeners to stay connected with the Faith Driven Investor community.

Sometimes you just have to flip the script and shake things up, and that’s exactly what we did with this episode.On a special edition of Marks on the Markets, we play a little musical chairs and put John Coleman, who usually hosts the show, in the hot seat so he can field questions about the state of the markets so far in 2023.He joins Richard Cunningham to talk about venture, the debt ceiling, AI, public markets, and more. Plus, Richard gives some exciting updates about what’s happening across the movement. If you like this episode, make sure to follow, review, and share the show.

Michael Eisenberg, a seasoned investor, discusses the profound impact of Hebrew Scriptures on business practices. He delves into faith-driven investing, emphasizing stewardship and community ties. Eisenberg shares insights on adapting Jewish law to modern economic challenges, particularly in the digital sphere. He introduces 'covenantal capitalism,' critiquing individualistic approaches while advocating for moral foundations in investing. Personal anecdotes and reflections from his experiences in Israel add depth to the conversation, highlighting the transformative power of faith in finance.