This article by IBEC Ventures Training Director Larry Sharp was originally published in CPN On Point. The last edition of CPN On Point presented an introduction to Business as Mission (BAM), as a means of gaining access to strategic and unreached places through building businesses worldwide. This article takes that discussion to the next and …
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Once upon a time four business people flew to a faraway country in Asia to observe and encourage three kingdom businesses. They came as learners but also ready to share suggestions and consulting expertise as requested. They represented a cumulative 90 years of business experience, a recent MBA graduate among them and all four were …
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Columbus Day is celebrated the 2nd Monday of October – a memory of the first non-native American to come to our shores and stay with a permanent presence, paving the way for European expansion. Columbus was an interesting and colorful character demonstrating some admirable qualities but also some qualities that are detractors for any successful …
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Dave Kier is a business owner in western Iowa in the agriculture sector. IBEC Ventures is blessed to have Dave as a board member. He contributes much wisdom and hard work to IBEC, as well as demonstrating what “Business as Ministry” really is. He writes daily devotionals for members of his family and his employees. …
There is no better ‘boss’ to work for: manage well Read More »