Exploring the Marketplace

On today's episode of Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson, we welcome a truly inspiring guest: Auntie Anne Beiler, the founder of Auntie Anne’s®, the world’s largest pretzel franchise. Known for her entrepreneurial success, Anne is also a speaker, author, and leader who has shared her story on shows like Secret Millionaire, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and Good Morning America, and featured in Fortune, Inc., and Entrepreneur magazines. She’s the author of The Secret Lies Within and Overcome and Lead, and today, she shares her journey of faith, business, and overcoming adversity.Anne opens up about the surprising way she found her calling in business, recounting a moment of divine insight when she saw herself rolling pretzels with Jesus by her side, smiling and full of joy. This revelation helped her understand that her company wasn’t a distraction from ministry; it was her ministry. She shares how this epiphany led to shaping Auntie Anne’s purpose through principles of S.A.L.T. (Share your story, Activate Authenticity, Lean into intuition, Trust Courageously) and L.I.G.H.T. (Lead by Example, Invest in Employees, Give freely, Honor God, Treat all people with respect).Anne also speaks candidly about the profound personal tragedies she and her husband Jonas endured, including the loss of their toddler and a traumatic abusive relationship. Through immense faith and resilience, Anne found redemption and healing, channeling her experiences into creating a business that defied the odds—without capital, formal education, or a business plan, but with a heart for transforming lives.Tune in as Anne shares powerful lessons on leadership, faith, and perseverance. Don’t miss this episode filled with heartfelt insights and divine encouragement.RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

Welcome to Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson! On today's episode, we are thrilled to have Raymond H. Harris, a highly respected architect, executive producer, and venture capitalist in God’s Kingdom. Raymond is the founder of one of the largest architectural firms specializing in corporate architecture, which was ranked as the number two retail design firm in America for three consecutive years.As one of the most prolific American architects, Raymond has used his success to ignite economic engines in entertainment, agriculture, manufacturing, and technology. He’s passionate about empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to build influential businesses in key industries.Raymond’s impressive background also includes being a Senior Fellow of Entrepreneurship at Dallas Baptist University and an executive producer for numerous films distributed by Sony Pictures and Lionsgate. With three published books and a wide range of lectures under his belt, he’s truly a force for God's Kingdom in the marketplace.In this episode, Raymond shares his journey of applying biblical principles to his career, overcoming challenges, and navigating the highs and lows of business ownership. From crying out to God at his drafting table in the early days to leading a firm that served clients like AT&T and Walmart, Raymond’s story is one of faith, resilience, and divine wisdom.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about how faith and business can intersect to create lasting impact. Tune in to hear Raymond's wisdom on leadership, overcoming adversity, and navigating partnerships in a God-honoring way!RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

On today's episode of Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Kelsey Kemp, a former tech consultant turned entrepreneur, career coach, TEDx speaker, and podcaster. Based in Austin, TX, Kelsey shares her inspiring journey, from launching her first business at 16 selling custom dancewear internationally, to founding The Called Career at 24, helping Christians align their careers with their callings.Now, Kelsey’s latest venture, Job Dictionary, is an innovative platform that helps students explore career paths they’ve never considered. She discusses how her faith radically transformed her career journey and her mission to dismantle limiting beliefs about calling. Kelsey opens up about overcoming the challenges of ADD and how God used her struggles to guide her toward her true purpose. If you're looking to step boldly into your calling, this episode is for you! Tune in for practical insights on career discernment, faith, and finding your unique place in the world.RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

Join Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson on Exploring the Marketplace as we sit down with Kirby Kelly, a dynamic speaker, influencer, and podcast host from Dallas, Texas, who has spent over a decade creating Christian content across multiple platforms. With a Master’s in Theology from Dallas Baptist University, Kirby combines her passion for ministry and media to equip and empower individuals with the truth of the Gospel. In this episode, Kirby shares her inspiring journey—how God called her to shift her social media platforms during high school to glorify Him, the challenges she’s faced as a people pleaser in a world often hostile to the Gospel, and the miraculous doors God has opened for her in speaking, podcasting, and authorship.Kirby offers deep insights on walking in faith, creating sound theology in a social media-driven world, and trusting God’s plan even when the path seems unclear. Discover how obedience and reliance on God led her to a thriving ministry that reaches the masses with joy and truth. Whether you're navigating your own calling or simply seeking encouragement, this episode will inspire you to boldly step into what God has for you!Tune in for an uplifting conversation about faith, creativity, and following God's voice in every area of life.RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson are joined by Mark Walker, founder of Walker’s Furniture, Author of The Multiplication Factor and an experienced Speaker and Leader. Mark’s journey began with a small 2,000 sq. ft. store that grew into 13 thriving locations with over 200 employees and $60M in annual sales—all while pursuing his mission to finance the Gospel and advance God’s Kingdom.Mark shares how God’s promises shaped his business, from receiving unexpected financial blessings to navigating rapid growth, warehouse expansions, and fierce competition. Despite facing challenges like sleepless nights and tough decisions, Mark’s unwavering faith in God’s guidance allowed his business to thrive. His story is a powerful example of what can happen when you partner with God in the marketplace. Tune in to hear how Mark’s faith, perseverance, and generosity helped him overcome adversity and create a lasting Kingdom impact!

On today's episode of Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Pastor Troy Gramling, the visionary leader behind Potential Church, a thriving congregation of over 20,000 members. Pastor Troy shares his journey from being a college basketball player and coach to becoming a dynamic spiritual leader, driven by a mission to help people reach their God-given potential.In this interview, Pastor Troy opens up about the pivotal moments when his faith transformed his career and led him into full-time ministry. He also shares incredible stories of "marketplace miracles," including how God provided a miracle offering that helped his church overcome financial struggles and the miraculous city decision that exempted their property from taxes.Tune in to hear Pastor Troy’s inspiring story of faith, leadership, and how his connection to Jesus has opened doors in the marketplace.RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

Welcome to Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson. Today, we’re excited to interview Christy Stutzman, a remarkable author, former state legislator, business owner, and speaker.In this episode, Christy shares how her faith has profoundly influenced her career, opening doors on Congressional diplomatic missions and sparking meaningful discussions about the global work of the church. We’ll dive into her personal journey, exploring the struggles and failures she’s faced, and how God turned a devastating loss into a triumph that expanded her ministry. Christy also reveals the incredible story behind the creation of her first Broadway-style musical, a project that came to life through God’s divine orchestration in the midst of challenging business circumstances.Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with stories of faith, redemption, and marketplace miracles.RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

In today’s episode of Exploring the Marketplace, hosts Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson sit down with Jeff Bethke, a New York Times bestselling author known for Jesus > Religion and numerous other impactful books. Jeff, alongside his wife Alyssa, also co-hosts The Real Life Podcast and runs FamilyTeams.com, an initiative focused on helping families live as multi-generational teams on a mission.Jeff dives deep into his latest work tackling a pressing issue: the crisis of masculinity. With cultural critiques of toxic masculinity and patriarchal systems growing louder, many men are left feeling confused, paralyzed, and unsure of their place in today’s world. Jeff's mission is to call men back to the light of Jesus' vision, urging them to embrace their God-given masculinity as a gift, not a burden.In this episode, Jeff shares how his new book, Fighting Shadows, provides men with practical tools to overcome the shadows of loneliness, apathy, distraction, lust, and shame. They discuss the importance of stepping out of these shadows and living into the strength, longings, and gifts that God has placed within every man.Don’t miss this powerful conversation as Jeff Bethke encourages men everywhere to reject passivity and escapism, and to courageously step into the fullness of God’s calling on their lives. Tune in to discover how you can live as the man God created you to be.The Real Life PodcastFormingmen.comJeff Bethke Website: https://jeffandalyssa.com/RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDROur resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com

In this episode of Exploring the Marketplace, hosts Shawn Bolz and Bob Masson sit down with Steve Cleary, the visionary Founder and Executive Director of RevelationMedia. Steve's path in ministry, starting with his pivotal role at The Voice of the Martyrs, has always been centered on delivering Biblically-based content to a global audience. RevelationMedia has gained recognition for its animated film The Pilgrim’s Progress and is now leading the groundbreaking iBIBLE project—a 280-episode animated series designed to present the entire Bible in more than 7,500 languages. Steve shares insights from his extensive ministry experience, including his involvement in projects like Tortured for Christ and Jesus Freaks, as well as his personal story of overcoming a speech impediment in 2018. Join us as we dive into Steve’s inspiring journey, his commitment to bringing Scripture to life through animation, and how his work is making what once seemed impossible a reality. . . Website: https://www.i.bible https://www.revelationmedia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com TheiBIBLE Twitter: https://twitter.com/theibible?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revelation.media/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA9LcAMLiD_CKJ_wQ4nOYaw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/revelationmediaglobal/about/ . . .RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPo iTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRz Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRa Spotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGT Come join me on my Social Media: Facebook: Shawnbolz Twitter: ShawnBolz Instagram: ShawnBolz TikTok: ShawnBolz YouTube: ShawnBolzofficial YouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and Bob Take a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDR Our resources: resources@bolzministries.com Our office: info@bolzministries.com

Today on Exploring the Marketplace, Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson welcome Kevin White, an entrepreneur and spiritual leader. Kevin is the Chief Spiritual Officer of Spirit Media.US and owner of White Enterprise. He has dedicated his life to starting hundreds of businesses, churches, and nonprofits worldwide, driven by his deep love for Jesus and his family.Despite a challenging upbringing, Kevin's faith in God led him to start his first business at age 14. Over the years, he has flown over a million miles on mission trips and inspired many through his books, "Audacious Generosity" and "Get to The Point."Kevin shares his journey of overcoming personal struggles and relying on God for provision and guidance. From humble beginnings to founding Spirit Media, which has published over 130 books and launched numerous companies globally, Kevin's story is truly inspiring.Join us to hear Kevin's insights on faith, entrepreneurship, and the miraculous ways God has worked in his life. Learn more at kevinwhite.us.Watch full episode here: https://youtu.be/xU8tyfgxfO8RSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDRContact Us:Our resources: resources@bolzministries.comOur office: info@bolzministries.com