Why faith has a place at work with Stacy Brown-Philpot
Summary
Molly Graham interviews Stacey Brown Philpott about integrating Christian faith into leadership and venture capital. Philpott shares how her faith guides decision-making, fosters community, and provides meaning beyond professional success. She discusses framing work as a ministry and using faith to navigate uncertainty in high-stakes business environments.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Kohler, Scribe, and Range Rover
Introduction: Faith as a way of knowing
Guest bio: Stacey's background and career
Defining faith: Substance of things hoped for
Story: Faith in fundraising for Cherry Rock
Growing up in Detroit and finding community
Influence of grandmother and values of service
Bringing faith to work: TaskRabbit interfaith group
Setting boundaries and protecting faith in career
Sponsor: Capital One Business Banking
Navigating faith in VC: The 'God behind the bet'
Work as ministry and generating returns
Purpose, testimony, and passing on lessons
Sponsors: Apple Card and ProtonVPN
Why people hide their faith in the workplace
Work as religion vs. work as service
Finding meaning beyond work: Community and service
Closing thoughts: Sharing faith openly
Host reflection and sign-off
Credits and final sponsor reads
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