Christians in Corporate

Peju Akintorin
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Christians in Corporate

The Christians in Corporate Podcast is a journey into the stories, lessons, and learnings of successful Christian executives and leaders across the globe. On a topic that is often avoided in the corporate world, this refreshing and revolutionary podcast will help professionals enjoy an impactful, purposeful, and fulfilling career. Let’s connect! Listener Gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiansincorporatepodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christiansincorporate

Episodes

  1. MAY 21

    Write down the vision and make it plain✍🏾: A Career Conversation with Ladi Delano

    Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/eidiDxI6vtE?si=RI7FbmPBvPTQtpBu This is the story of Ladi Delano. Ladi Delano is a British-born Nigerian entrepreneur and a global CEO, who has founded and exited several businesses in Africa and Asia. Over the last 5+ years he’s made a significant impact in the African tech ecosystem with his startup, Moove - which is the world’s first mobility fintech company. Ladi is no stranger to success. His entrepreneurial journey began in 2004 when he decided to leave university and move to China to build out his growing alcohol distribution business. He eventually sold the business and used the funds to invest in his next ventures, all of which have gone on to be great successes. Ladi's impact in the business world has caused him to win numerous awards and honorable mentions, including several from Forbes. He holds 2 postgraduate degrees from Oxford University and an MPA from the London School of Economics (LSE) On this podcast, Ladi shares where he grew up, how he grew up and how his life completely changed after giving it to Christ. By the way... Ladi, also happens to be my brother, so this podcast may be a little different with lots of sibling banter.😁😉❤️🤣 I pray this podcast blesses you! 🙏🏾 Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let's Connect: Listener Gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/pejuakintorin/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/

    46 min

  2. MAY 5

    From South London to a Global Career: A Career Conversation with Lorraine Wright-Boateng, MBE

    This is the story of Lorraine Wright-Boateng Lorraine is a British born Ghanaian, tech professional, entrepreneur, and community advocate. Over the past 15+ years, worked for the likes of Volkswagen, Accenture, UBS, Meta . Today, she is currently working in the Ghanaian real estate space helping the diaspora acquire wealth both through property investment and business expansion She is also known as the Chief Side Hustler® , with so many great businesses and initiatives; including University Gospel Choir of the Year initiative. Lorraine also has a music talent agency supplying talent to shows like X Factor and is the owner of a nail and beauty spa - all while having an amazing career in the corporate world! Over the years, she has won many awards and received many honors, including a MBE from the queen for services to young people through music, She is a powerhouse! In the episode, we catch up with Lorraine to talk more about what she is doing now, how she became a director at an investment bank by 27, and, finally, Lorraine shares how she does it all! I pray this episode blesses you! Link to Lorraine's Diaspora to home program: https://diasporatohome.com/ Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let's Connect: Listener Gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/pejuakintorin/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peju-akintorin-sphr-pmp-060b9114/

    47 min

  3. APR 29

    God's Timing is always to BEST timing!🙏🏾: A Career Conversation with Dorothy Yang

    This is the story of Dorothy Yang. Dorothy Yang is a Product and Strategy Executive who currently works as a product strategy director at Adobe. Dorothy has over 15+ years of experience in Product, Strategy, Marketing, and other functions across numerous sectors. While her nonlinear career may not make sense to the world, it certainly makes sense to God. It's clear that God designed each missional assignment for her to serve as His witness. In her personal life, Dorothy is blessed to be a wife to her husband, a fellow engineer, and a mother to a 5-year-old daughter, who is the joy of her life and keeps her on her toes! In this episode, Dorothy shares her journey coming into the faith, and how her childlike faith completely transformed her life and career trajectory! There are so many God moments in her story! I know this episode will bless you tremendously! Enjoy! Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let's connect! Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pejuakintorin/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/

    53 min

  4. APR 22

    5 Secrets to Success in the Corporate World: A Career Conversation with Stephanie Davidson

    This is the story of Stephanie Davidson. Stephanie is an inspirational business leader who has held executive leadership roles or consulted within companies like Target, Macy’s, Denny’s, Modern Meadow, and Bar Louie for more than 25 years. Steph is an innovative thought leader and known for transforming businesses from the inside out by optimizing the potential of people to drive results. According to Steph, "People Matter. Morally, socially, practically, and strategically” In this episode, Steph shares her early life experiences that shaped her career choices. She also shares a pivotal moment that changed her professional trajectory AND the 5 secrets to success that has enabled her to thrive in the corporate world for over 25 years! Steph welcomes referrals to organizations who are seeking HR/People expertise in a full time or fractional capacity and can be found on LinkedIn and Instagram (see handles below) I pray this episode blesses you! Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let’s connect! Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listene... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pejuakintor... LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/peju-akintorin-sphr-pmp-060b9114 Stephanie's Handles: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie... Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/peoplematte...

    44 min

  5. APR 15

    From South Africa to California, God has always been my Anchor: A Career Conversation with JB Ryan

    This is the story for JB Ryan. JB currently leads the Molson Coors billion dollar retail sales business in the western US. She's a wife, a mom and has over 20 years of international marketing and sales leadership experience! Throughout her career, not only has she helped turn around well known brands such as Miller lite in the US, she has also trained more than 1000 corporate executives to become more confident and impactful presenters, as the CEO of UIGNITED, a training and development company on a mission to ignite lives and careers through presentation., leadership, life and confidence coaching. JB is also the founder and executive sponsor of Molson Coors Christian employee circle, where she gathers professionals of faith within her workplace to pray, encourage and inspire one another. In this episode, JB shares her personal and professional story and shares how God has been her anchor and ordered her steps, even through the difficult times. It was such a great conversation! I pray this episode blesses you! Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let’s connect! Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pejuakintorin/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/

    44 min

  6. APR 8

    From Tragedy to Triumph: A conversation with Anouk Brumfield McIntyre

    This is the story of Anouk Brumfield Mcintyre, a retired Senior Partner and Vice President at IBM. Anouk was born to teenager parents back in the 70’s and due to an unstable childhood, was forced to grow up with her grandmother in Shreveport, LA. It was from growing up with her grandmother that she learnt some of the most important lessons of her life, and its those lessons, that helped her build a successful career where she spent over 30 years in the consulting arm of IBM. She has since retired and is now an A certified master life coach and International Best Selling Author with her inspirational book entitled "30 Days To...Yes to Me". In this episode, Anouk shares some of the key lessons from her grandmother, aunt, mentors and sponsors, including the importance of differentiating yourself, walking in faith, knowing your worth and so much more! Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let’s connect! Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pejuakintorin/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peju-akintorin-sphr-pmp-060b9114/

    46 min

  7. APR 1

    Faith and Work Integration: A Conversation with Denise Lee Yohn

    Today's episode features Denise Lee Yohn. Denise is the go-to expert on Brand Leadership for National Media Outlets, such as CNBC, NYT, USA today and CBS. She has also been a keynote speaker for well known brands such as Ford & Comcast, and a best selling author. As a former corporate executive turned independent, she founded an initiative called the "Faith and Work Journey" - which is all about faith and work integration! Denise is a phenomenal leader, and over the next 40 minutes we'll discuss all things Faith and Work - including what its like to be an ambitious woman of faith, how to live out your values and purpose in the workplace, and the ever important topic of rest and sabbath! I pray this conversation blesses you! Don't forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let’s connect! Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listene... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiansi... LinkedIn:   / 14283172

    40 min

  8. MAR 25

    From Public Housing to Partnership to the Pulpit: A Journey of Faith with Sam Mendenhall

    From the Projects, to Partnership to the Pulpit. This is the story of Sam Mendenhall. Sam Mendenhall is a highly-respected and award winning trial lawyer who currently works at Winston and Strawn, a global Law firm headquartered in Chicago, IL, USA. Sam has been involved in numerous high-profile cases, including the successful prosecution of actor Jussie Smollett. He’s also won numerous awards, including being selected as an Illinois Leading Lawyer for since 2005. Looking back into his childhood, you would never think that his future would be so bright. He grew up in the projects of Chicago and then went off to serve in the US Army, where he graduated number one in his class and served with distinction. Sam's story is full of light, hope, favor and God’s grace. I pray it blesses you today! Dont forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://a.co/d/erX9rQe Let’s connect!  Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listene... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiansincorporatepodcast/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/

    47 min

  9. MAR 17

    The blueprint to Good success: A Career Conversation with Nona Jones

    This is the story of Nona Jones, a global technology leader who became an executive at the tender age of 23! She’s worked for the likes of Facebook (Meta) YouVersion, and several other fortune 100 companies. She’s also a preacher, a best selling author and entrepreneur. But as you listen to her story, of how she endured such a traumatic childhood, full of abuse, rejection, neglect and attempted suicide, you’ll find that God, took what the enemy meant for evil and turned it into good. Her story is filled with forgiveness, hope, but most of all God’s grace! She’s an example of how the pain of your past does not have to control the promise of your future. There are so many lessons from her story that you can apply to your career! I pray it encourages you! Dont forget to pick up a copy of my book: The Quintessential Colleague®. On Amazon now! https://www.amazon.com/Quintessential... Let’s connect! Listener gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listene... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiansi... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/ Nona Jones - https://www.instagram.com/nonanotnora/?hl=en

    40 min

  10. MAR 11

    Welcome to the Christians in Corporate Podcast!

    Welcome to the Christians in Corporate Podcast with your host, Peju Akintorin! Join me and my guests every Monday to learn how you can reach your God given potential through a career of impact and purpose. Let’s connect! Listener Gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiansincorporatepodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christiansincorporate

    2 min

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The Christians in Corporate Podcast is a journey into the stories, lessons, and learnings of successful Christian executives and leaders across the globe. On a topic that is often avoided in the corporate world, this refreshing and revolutionary podcast will help professionals enjoy an impactful, purposeful, and fulfilling career. Let’s connect! Listener Gift: https://go.mycareerthrive.com/listener-gift Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christiansincorporatepodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14283172/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@christiansincorporate

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