Tom sits down with Ryan Skoog — CEO of Venture and co-author of the New York Times bestseller "Lead With Prayer" — as he shares how a bike ride to raise money for missions grew into Venture, a ministry devoted to reaching the world's "unsafe, unreached, and unresourced" places.
You'll be encouraged, challenged, and inspired by Ryan's stories of incredible faith and you'll get a glimpse of the heart behind "Lead With Prayer."
8 Jul 2026
Maximize Your Dash | Deryl Glaze
Tom and Deryl discuss Deryl's book Maximize Your Dash.
9 May 2026
Tom's Story | Real Recovery Replay
A replay of Faith Radio's Real Recovery featuring Tom's story.
7 Feb 2026
Encouragement: Dan Stoltz
Tom welcomes Dan Stoltz, CEO of Blaze Credit Union, as they discuss the importance of encouragement.You'll learn how to be a better encourager and you'll be encouraged as Dan lays out simple and practical ways to show gratitude and offers profound insight from a classic Bible story.
10 Dec 2025
The Journey of Recovery: Dr Scott and Barb Abrams
Tom welcomes Dr. Scott and Barb Abrams, hosts of The One Pebble Podcast, who share Scott's journey with opioid addiction and recovery.Scott, a physician, struggled with addiction for 15 years before it became public in 2014. Scott describes the challenging but transformative experience at MnTC, which led to his recovery.Barb emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries for personal well-being when married to and living with someone with a substance use disorder.You'll be inspired by their story and encouraged by their insights.
8 Oct 2025
The Champion's Creed: Ben Utecht
Tom welcomes Super Bowl Champion and Minnesota Golden Gopher, Ben Utecht, as they unpack the importance of defining and cultivating a positive organizational culture.Ben discusses his faith journey, emphasizing the importance of practicing faith consistently.Tom and Ben highlight the "Colts Way" culture, which focused on building a better person before they're a better player to achieve success.Ben introduces his book, "The Champions Creed," which explores organizational culture, values, and beliefs.Tom and Ben go deep on the significance of beliefs driving values, Ben introduces the "Four L's" (Listening, Learning, Language, and Love) as key principles for building trust and effective communication.
12 Aug 2025
Introducing the Training and Development Center: Twila Jensen
Tom welcomes Twila Jensen, the Executive Director of the newly formed Training and Development Center.This initiative that integrates MnTC's unique DNA and spiritual components is built for your personal, professional, and spiritual growth and will feature:* Supervisory training* Recovery coach training* Lunch and learns* LEAP* Personal growth plans* Insight assessments* CoachingLearn more about this exciting opportunity in this episode of CEO Corner 360°!
4 Jun 2025
Overcoming Disappointment: Dave Irvin
Tom is joined by Dave Irvin, Senior Vice President of Facilities, Fleet, and Facility Maintenance. Dave shares his experiences with personal and professional disappointments, emphasizing the importance of understanding others' perspectives and maintaining open communication.Dave highlights the emotional impact of self-created disappointment, such as shame and guilt, and the necessity of self-forgiveness.Dave also recounts his journey through addiction and incarceration, underscoring the significance of forgiveness and family support.KEY TAKEAWAYS* Communication is crucial: Address disappointments directly with the person involved, rather than talking behind their back.* Understand different perspectives: Try to see situations from others' viewpoints and find common ground.* Self-forgiveness is important: Don't let shame or guilt consume you; learn to forgive yourself and seek personal growth.* Relationships matter: Unresolved disappointments can erode trust and damage relationships, so address issues promptly and compassionately.* Faith and support can help: A support system (like family or faith) can be instrumental in overcoming personal challenges and disappointments.* Be patient with yourself and others: Forgiveness and healing take time, and everyone processes disappointment differently.
15 May 2025
CEO360 EXTRA: More to Give w/ Eric Vagle
In this bonus clip, Eric Vagle, President of MnTC, emphasizes the importance of patience and proactive service.Key Takeaways* Talk to your supervisor and express your desire to do more and give more.* Look for ways to solve problems and contribute to your boss's concerns.* Volunteer, show up early, stay late, and attend events to get noticed.
3 Apr 2025
The Balancing Act: Brandon Torgerson
Brandon Torgerson, the Center Director in Duluth, discusses work-life balance. His balancing act involves overseeing the Duluth campus while he and his wife raise eight children—six adopted from foster care and two biological—the youngest of which is two years old.Brandon emphasizes the importance of self-care, efficiency, and mentorship in maintaining a work-life balance and shares practical advice on handling stress, such as prioritizing family and seeking mentorship.
11 Feb 2025
Steady Eddie: Eric Vagle
Eric Vagle, President of MnTC, joins Tom on the very first episode of CEO CORNER 360° as they discuss:* Eric's journey at MnTC* The importance of faithfulness and calling in leadership* Staying steady in leadership* The current state of MnTC and our staff* Practical tips on advancement at MnTC* Plans and investments for our future
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