- 17
- Episodes
- 7
- Ratings
- 2023
- First episode
- 32K
- YouTube views
About The Catholic Entrepreneur
The Catholic Entrepreneur Podcast offers compelling stories and strategic insight through the lens of the Catholic worldview. Our weekly, 27-minute podcast targets Catholic leaders who: - Run secular businesses. - Run specifically Catholic businesses and ministries. - Are pastoral ministers who possess an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Publisher
- The Genesis Group
- Category
- business
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 30 Oct 2023
- Latest episode
- 18 Mar 2025
Latest episodes
17 episodes in the feed.
18 Mar 2025
Seven Keys to Successfully Hiring and Retaining Gen-Z
Tom Pagano (https://missionadv.org/staff-bios/tom-pagano) is passionate about connecting high level talent with mission-based organizations. With extensive experience in strategic planning and leadership development, he teaches businesses to thrive in a way that reflects their core beliefs. Tom holds bachelor’s degrees in finance and theology from Franciscan University, he is a contributing author to Beautiful Hope (Beacon Publishing), and he resides in New Jersey with his wife Megan and their three children. Show Information Tom (https://missionadv.org/staff-bios/tom-pagano) is co-founder and president of Mission Advantage (https://missionadv.org/), a world-class recruiting resource for nonprofits with ambitious missions. In this episode, Tom dives into the unique challenges Catholic businesses face when hiring Gen Z, discussing generational differences in work expectations, values, and communication styles that can create hurdles during the recruitment process. Tom shows us how to bridge the gap between traditional business practices and the needs of a new generation, while maintaining a mission-driven, faith-centered workplace. ************************************************************************************* Support our Sponsor: Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUNOdFA3dXotcVRhN3RQWkR2S2VPVUh5Z0ZRQXxBQ3Jtc0trbERmZzczUFhiOWpMWDZvSWRacE8yMjdQRWRjODMyRHh6Yk5oWF8tY2lUa08ySFE1NXVwSW40VHFzdjZxM1RHU19pSnFZV3czMkVtSHZBOFg3SlFvdmJmeGw5R2djR25xbmtEVk9iLVFBSXVJSEJhVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2FMissionAdv.org%2F&v=eYVMJCEWOgY) or call 800-233-5052. *************************************************************************************Subscribe to the show on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI66I44fL3Ybb5E777X6fMDD_Bnh9dIma), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7x4yNlUdAh8H9PqDc6Xldj), or Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-entrepreneur/id1714328445) ************************************************************************************* Download free resources (https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/) from our various guests. ************************************************************************************* Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWxmdXpJUkkwY21Fd0VBaGo2cTJTNUthcklJZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttYW5pdnM0TkRGVFdWRTlXT0h1WXFoMm9zTno2YWFiN3RTeW9kSGt3NWxkb2M2UXd4OGZxVDd0RFUtY3Y4UDNUNm8wYzc2clBrajlsVDd1LWIxNzFnWmh0Y2RiaWhVVnVza2k4MVZ4aTVEV292VTNiSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fcatholicentrepreneur.org%2F&v=eYVMJCEWOgY) ************************************************************************************* Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur) Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources (https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources)
20 Feb 2025
Building a Non-Profit with a For-Profit Mentality
Craig Miller was a successful Silicon Valley sales and marketing leader, working in senior leadership for global Fortune 100 companies. His love of his Catholic faith moved him to transition from the secular world to Catholic ministry. Craig worked alongside Curtis Martin for more than a decade as a central leader in overall mission and strategy, overseeing all aspects of operations, administration, finance, and development. He and his wife Melissa reside in Genesee, Colorado, and are blessed with six children.Show InformationFOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) has a specific mission: to form Catholic missionaries rooted in Church teaching, prayer, Scripture and evangelization. Craig Miller, former FOCUS president and current CEO of FOCUS Mission Foundation, has been integral in leading the mission by applying secular business strategies and metrics. Craig’s insights demonstrate how you can apply to your ministry for-profit business principles that will help you maximize your impact.Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneurMission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052.
15 Jan 2025
Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking: 3 Keys to Success
Commenting on a study showing the average person is more afraid of public speaking than death, Comedian Jerry Seinfeld quipped, “This means that the average person attending a funeral would rather be in the casket than doing the eulogy.” Everyone can benefit from honing his or her public speaking skills. This episode’s guest, public speaking coach Lorraine Ranalli, explains how focusing on improving content and delivery, while engaging in deliberate practice, will reduce nervousness. Lorraine explains the primary reason why people get nervous at the prospect of public speaking, and simple methods for dealing with it. You’ll learn practical strategies as Lorraine and Matt exchange anecdotes about their respective speaking experiences. Plus, TCE is distributing free copies of Lorraine’s book of public speaking tips. Guest | Lorraine Ranalli Loraine’s career began as a reporter and personality on several Philadelphia radio and TV outlets. With a range of experience from broadcast to boardroom, Lorraine has developed soft skills training programs such as Speaking for Success, Communication Principles, and Business Writing that Works. She is the author of Impact: Deliver Effective, Meaningful, and Memorable Presentations, a pocket guide of more than 200 public speaking tips. Lorraine blended faith, family, and fun in her cultural narrative Gravy Wars: South Philly Foods, Feuds, and Attytudes, a work that led to the creation of the comedic stage show, La Famiglia. Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources
17 Dec 2024
Seven Challenges to Launching a Business
Reflecting on his launch of the Catholic business, Catholic Brain, from concept to market, Mosongo Osong identifies the seven biggest challenges entrepreneurs face when launching a business. From securing funding to building a solid team and every step in between, Mosongo successfully navigated the start-up landscape. He shares practical advice any leader can readily adopt. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or simply curious about the start-up world, this conversation offers valuable lessons and inspiration. Catholic Brain is an innovative educational platform that provides engaging resources for children, families, and educators. With a passion for faith formation, Mosongo has dedicated his career to creating dynamic tools that help young Catholics deepen their understanding of the faith. He leverages his background in business and technology to deliver digital solutions for Catholic education. Support our Sponsor: Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur
19 Nov 2024
Entrepreneurial Saints-Founders – John Cannon
John Cannon, founder of Sent Ventures, shares timeless principles for building purpose-driven ventures by drawing from the lives of entrepreneurial saints who combined faith with practical action.
15 Oct 2024
The Balanced Entrepreneur
JG Wentworth (https://gmail.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c2feada22470b2f3d7933661b&id=2bc1170feb&e=2c44515a3e) founder Jim Delaney discusses “balance” as the key to long-term success. In this episode of The Catholic Entrepreneur, Jim shares insights from his journey, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with professional goals. Show Information We dive into how Jim Delaney manages his time, relationships, and faith while growing a thriving business. We also discuss some of the dangers that come with not having your life in balance. It can affect relationships, health and your spiritual walk. You will be inspired and take away practical tips to achieve a well-rounded fulfilling life as an entrepreneur. Subscribe to the show on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI66I44fL3Ybb5E777X6fMDD_Bnh9dIma), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7x4yNlUdAh8H9PqDc6Xldj), or Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-entrepreneur/id1714328445). Sponsor Mission Advantage (https://missionadv.org/) - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUNOdFA3dXotcVRhN3RQWkR2S2VPVUh5Z0ZRQXxBQ3Jtc0trbERmZzczUFhiOWpMWDZvSWRacE8yMjdQRWRjODMyRHh6Yk5oWF8tY2lUa08ySFE1NXVwSW40VHFzdjZxM1RHU19pSnFZV3czMkVtSHZBOFg3SlFvdmJmeGw5R2djR25xbmtEVk9iLVFBSXVJSEJhVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2FMissionAdv.org%2F&v=eYVMJCEWOgY) or call 800-233-5052.
24 Sept 2024
Spouses as Business Partners – Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira
When spouses become business partners, their shared mission can strengthen both their marriage and their professional endeavors, especially when grounded in Catholic values. Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira of Wallet Win (walletwin.com) exemplify this as they unite their skills and faith to create a business that not only serves others, but also deepens their commitment to God andeach other. Their partnership is a testament to how a shared vocation can be a powerful witness to living out a Catholic marriage in the marketplace. Guests: Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira (https://walletwin.com/media/) are the co-founders of Wallet Win (https://walletwin.com), a Catholic financial education platform that empowers individuals and families to achieve financial freedom through faith-based principles. With a passion for teaching others how to manage money wisely, they combine their expertise and Catholic values to help others align their finances with their faith. Their work is dedicated to helping people live out their vocations without financial stress. Support our Sponsor: Mission Advantage (https://MissionAdv.org) - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources
10 Sept 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Your Catholic Business or Ministry — Matthew Sanders
Artificial intelligence is an epically powerful technology. Many believe it will improve our work and personal lives extraordinarily. Others contend it could become way to powerful and threaten aspects of civilization, including massive displacement of workers. Where should Catholics fall on this compendium? How should a Catholic think about AI? What is AI’s potential for business, for ministry, and for our lives in general. What potential dangers can we head off at the pass? Guest | Matthew Sanders Matthew Sanders is the founder of Longbeard, a company dedicated to empowering Catholic individuals and organizations through technology solutions, particularly artificial intelligence. With a passion for serving others, Matthew has built Longbeard into a dynamic organization that fosters spiritual growth and social impact, helping communities thrive through a Christ-centered approach A Catholic Forum on Artificial Intelligence Leading artificial intelligence experts, including Matthew Sanders, are uniting for the Builders Artificial Intelligence Forum (BAIF) in Rome October 24-25, 2024. For more information, see https://www.longbeard.com/events/builders-ai-forum Support our Sponsor: Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources
27 Aug 2024
Personal Transformation Leads to Business and Ministry Transformation – John Cannon
Scholar and entrepreneur, John Cannon, has a unique perspective on faith and business. Among many great ideas, he proposes that your company’s and ministry’s transformation and success will be increased if you first experience personal transformation. In other words, when you focus on your own integration and spiritual transformation, your company’s modality and ethos will be dramatically impacted, thus increasing its chances for success. Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/shows/thecatholicentrepreneur Support our Sponsor: Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources
13 Aug 2024
Catholic Women and Ambition - Elise Gallagher and Taryn DeLong
In this engaging episode, mothers, entrepreneurs and authors, Elise Gallagher and Taryn, discuss the aspirations and challenges committed Catholic women face when pursuing their vocations of wife and mother, as they bring their natural gifts to bare in the business and apostolic worlds. Show Information Female empowerment has been a cultural theme and phenomena in the West over the past 50 years. Some believe this concept was long overdue, while others believe it’s been a root cause of cultural and familial breakdown. As with most things, there’s truth to both arguments. Where does that leave us in late 2024? Should a Catholic woman or mother be ambitious about earthly pursuits? Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform Follow and subscribe to the show on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecatholicentrepreneur (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecatholicentrepreneur) This show’s guests Elise Gallagher is a wife and mom to two little girls. She serves as the Chief Operating Office at her family business, JC Law, a regional law firm based in Baltimore, Maryland. Before JC Law, Elise was the Founder and CEO of Ringlet, a marketing agency focused on serving women-owned businesses. Elise built Ringlet from a one-woman entity to a thriving company with a staff of eight. Ringlet produced national, multi-dimensional campaigns for start-ups around the country. Elise’s mission is to empower Catholic women to boldly step into their feminine genius to live the vocations God has called them to. She can be reached on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/elisecgallagher Taryn DeLong is co-president and editor-in-chief of Catholic Women in Business. Her first book, Holy Ambition: Thriving as a Catholic Woman at Work and at Home, written with her co-president Elise Crawford Gallagher, is out November 1, 2024 from Ave Maria Press. Taryn lives outside Raleigh, North Carolina, with her family. Follow her on Instagram @tarynmdelong, or connect with her on LinkedIn. This show’s sponsor Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Free downloadable resources: Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/ Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org
30 Jul 2024
The Power of the Ask — Dan Borne
If you master the art of asking simple questions of clients, co-workers, vendors, and others, your effectiveness in business and in all interpersonal relationships will reach new heights. Rooted in a genuine concern for others, asking probing questions opens relationships to rich communion. Dan Borne has lead businesses and ventures in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area for more than 40 years. This episode will inspire and teach you ways to be bold enough to implement “the power of the ask” in your own life, both personally and professionally, and experience richer relationships and results in the process. Sign up for our email list: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Subscribe to the show on your favorite platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecatholicentrepreneur Support our Sponsor: Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Download free resources from our various guests: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources
17 Jul 2024
Finding a Good Attorney - Seven Tips - Guest, Michael Broadhurst
What is the best way to find a good attorney when needed? How you can you be sure have found the right person for your needs? This is our topic of exploration on the next episode of The Catholic Entrepreneur with host Matt Pinto. Meet Mike Broadhurst, Attorney and Partner, with Weir, Greenblatt and Pierce. You’ll learn specific ways to find the best attorney and/or firm for your situation. Click below to learn more. Get a free copy of Mike Broadhurst’s Seven Tips here (https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources). Subscribe to The Catholic Entrepreneur podcast: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/ To reach Mike Broadhurst, write to: mbroadhurst@wgpllp.com Sponsor: Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage—because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent it attracts and retains. Visit MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052. Email list: Sign up for our email list and we’ll keep you posted on new releases and more! https://catholicentrepreneur.org/
2 Jul 2024
Defining Moments – Jim Delaney
There are pivotal moments in everyone’s life that define them. They might be major victories or losses, or moments of great joy or sorrow. Entrepreneur Jim Delaney has experienced life-altering defining moments and learned profound lessons from each of them. Jim is the founder and former CEO of J.G. Wentworth, which was the country’s largest specialty financing company at the time he sold it. He shares how defining moments happen and why and how we can leverage them for personal growth. https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/ (https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/ ) Subscribe (https://catholicentrepreneur.org ) to The Catholic Entrepreneur podcast. Sponsor Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org (https://MissionAdv.org) or call 800-233-5052.
18 Jun 2024
What the Church Can Learn from Business…and vice versa
What can the Church learn from business? And what can the business world learn from the Church? Tom Corcoran, president of Rebuilt Parish co-author of Rebuilt, has a unique vantage point on parish and church renewal. He helped oversee one of the most extraordinary parish transformations in the country over the past decade. In this podcast you’ll learn valuable concepts to grow your nonprofit or business. Get a free copy of Tom's 10 lessons here: https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/ Subscribe to The Catholic Entrepreneur podcast: https://catholicentrepreneur.org Sponsor Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit https://MissionAdv.org or call 800-233-5052.
5 Jun 2024
Make or Break It with Compelling Messaging.
Good messaging will help your businesses or ministry thrive. Poor messaging can cause it to flounder. Join us as we speak to branding and messaging expert Margie McCarthy, founder and president of McCarthy Messaging. Get a free copy of Margie McCarthy’s 10 Tips for Good Organizational Messaging here (https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/). Subscribe to The Catholic Entrepreneur podcast: Catholicentrepreneur.org (https://Catholicentrepreneur.org) Learn more at McCarthyMessaging.com (https://mccarthymessaging.com). Sponsor Mission Advantage - If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent they attract and retain. Visit MissionAdv.org (https://MissionAdv.org) or call 800-233-5052.
21 May 2024
Seven Keys to Scaling Your Business or Ministry
Every business or ministry can scale and do so in a big way. Entrepreneur Dave Durand offers seven key insights on how your business or ministry can bring about excellent growth. Durand is the founder of multiple successful businesses and the host of the Leading Giants podcast. Get a free copy of his seven insights (https://catholicentrepreneur.org/resources/). Subscribe to The Catholic Entrepreneur podcast (https://catholicentrepreneur.org). Subscribe to the Leading Giants podcast (https://leadinggiants.com). Sponsor: Mission Advantage If you are looking to hire a senior executive for your Catholic non-profit, discover Mission Advantage—because the most important missions in the world will only go as far as the talent it attracts and retains. Visit https://MissionAdv.org (https://MissionAdv.org) or call 800-233-5052.
30 Oct 2023
Introducing the Catholic Entrepreneur Podcast
I’ve been fortunate to meet extraordinary Catholic entrepreneurs and ministry leaders over the past three decades. Their efforts have blessed millions of people; their insights have shaped business and culture with a rich Catholic ethos. I look forward to introducing them to you.
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- 31,534
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
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- 5.0 / 5
- 5 ratings
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 2 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 42 / 100
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- 30
- Social presence
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- YouTube
- 76
- Engagement
- 60
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