Faith Driven Investor

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.

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.

Brent Beshore and Marcus Stroud discuss the importance of building a community of investors and give practical tips on how others can do the same. They explore the role of worship in finding meaning in life and highlight the benefits of community in personal growth and investing. They also discuss notable events that foster relationships, reflect on self-discovery, surrendering to God, and express gratitude for their partnership with companies that make a positive impact.

Brandon Allen and Phil Jung discuss the changing landscape of venture capital and growth equity. They touch on responsible investing, caring for entrepreneurs, finding hope in challenges. They explore faith-driven investing, the impact of AI innovations, and navigating market cycles with grace and responsibility.

Christian leaders Michael Hall and Tim Hurley discuss profitable partnerships between private organizations and public institutions for the common good. They share insights on impact private equity, community partnerships, philanthropy, and innovative models for social impact in real estate and education. The conversation also touches on disc golf investments, nature's importance for health, government collaborations, philanthropic endeavors, and community engagement.

The collapse of institutions like Silicon Valley Bank sent ripple effects around the world and brought many to a place of fear, doubt, and instability.  So how should we faithfully think through these recent events?We tackle this topic on this special episode of Marks on the Markets.Host John Coleman is joined by Justin Speer, a Principal and Senior Analyst on the Public Equities team at Sovereign’s Capital, and Zack Mansfield, who has over 15 years of experience working with high growth entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and other members of the innovation economy. As the current Managing Director of Venture Banking Group at Signature Bank, Zack has a deeply personal connection to this conversation.Join these three as they wrestle through challenging questions and discuss how they have found hope in Christ despite the instability surrounding all of us.

Mike Asem, an experienced venture capitalist, joins the hosts to discuss knowing when to let go of a venture and protecting your identity in failure. They also explore the origin of M25 and how faith informs their work. Other topics include preferences, sports, making wine, and advice for young investors in tough seasons. The speaker also reflects on scripture and pursuing God's will.

Henry K and another long-time advocate discuss the evolution of Faith Driven Investing over 5 years, emphasizing capital alignment with Christian values, fund advisors catering to Christian needs, and market predictions for 2023 integrating spiritual values for financial decisions.