ELO Blog - Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Meaning
The purpose of this blog is to offer a Christian perspective on various approaches to innovation and entrepreneurship, leadership and meaning at work from around the world. We review the perspectives of leading thinkers and business people as expressed through their writings or by way of direct interviews.
The ELO Blog additionally highlights key ELO events, interviews and initiatives to support ELO’s vision to be the world’s premier resource for the executive education and training of Christian marketplace and entrepreneurial leaders.
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ELO Group Welcomes Kurtis Kube, MBA, as Vice President of Network Relations
The ELO Group is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kurtis Kube, MBA, as Vice President of Network Relations. In his new role, Kurtis will focus on building strategic relationships, connecting ELO partners and attendees with like-minded leaders and business owners through initiatives such as Oxford, Forums, Peer Advisory Groups, and consulting services. read more -
World-Class High Performance Coach Joins Oxford Roster!
Dr. Jon Beale, a world class high performance coach, will be joining this year's ELO Oxford Leadership Program (August 10-16) roster to deliver a full-day, hands on experience that can only be delivered in a small cohort setting. To learn about Dr. Beale and the Oxford Program, read more -
Rick Goossen & John Nicola Q&A on "Economic Outlook 2025"
John Nicola, Founder/Chairman, Nicola Wealth, did a presentation to the Opportunity International President's Circle at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club last week on "Economic Outlook 2025." Of course the topic is particularly relevant given the recent actions of the Donald Trump. To learn about OI, Nicola, ELO, and the recent presentation, read moreCategories: Sponsors -
Rick Goossen speaking on "What's My Point?", Waterloo, ON, June 21st
Dr. Richard (Rick) J. Goossen will be speaking on the topic of his recent book, What's My Point: Solving My Life Points Puzzle, in Waterloo, ON on June 21st. Ask yourself, “What’s my point?” In other words, what gives you ultimate meaning or purpose? If you can’t answer that question in 50 words or less, you’re probably living your life below its potential. To learn about Dr. Goossen's presentation, read moreCategories: Wmp -
ELO Christian Entrepreneurs Retreat 2025 at Barnabas Landing: Reflect & Reset!
One of our Peer Advisory Group (PAG) recently came together for a retreat designed to foster deeper connections, fresh perspectives, and renewed focus. Set against a backdrop of natural beauty and quiet reflection at Barnabas Landing, the retreat offered us a valuable opportunity to step away from our daily routines and engage in meaningful conversations and shared experiences. To learn about the retreat and ELO's groups, read moreCategories: Peer Advisory Groups -
Canadian Christian Business Conferences Spark Ongoing Sponsorship Support
The ELO Forums, as Canada’s premier Christian business conferences for the past 20 years, continue to attract sponsorship support. Recent sponsors include Barnabas Landing, Book Depot, Cooke Media Group, Coastal Church, FEBCanada, Hope & Healing International, and Great Commission Media Ministries. To learn about this year's sponsors, read more -
Chris Kutarna on "Navigating the New World" at ELO Oxford Leadership Program 2025
Dr. Chris Kutarna, a leading global strategist, is an adjunct instructor in the 2025 ELO Oxford Leadership Program. He will lead a session that will impact how you lead your organization in challenging times. Every person and organization is impact by international events. Dr. Kutarna's topic is “Navigating The New World: Megatrends & Disruptions That Will Impact Your Organization.” To learn about Dr. Kutarna and the Oxford Program, read more -
Angel Studios, World's Largest Christian Content Producer, to Join ELO Forums 2025!
We are pleased to announce that Jeffrey Harmon, Co-Founder & Chief Content Officer, Angel Studios, the world's largest Christian media company, will be speaking at the ELO Forums in Vancouver on Nov 5th and in Toronto on Nov 19th. To read about Jeffrey Harmon and the ELO Forums, read more -
Elon Musk: Christianity, The Meaning of Life & 42
Elon Musk, according to some online chatter, is a “cultural Christian” and finds that Christianity has some good points (particularly, be fruitful and multiply). Jordan Peterson, among others, have pressed Musk on questions related to meaning, faith and, in particular, Christianity. What does the world’s richest, but not most insightful, man, think? read more -
Christian Entrepreneurs Retreat 2025 @ Barnabas Landing
A unique retreat for Christian entrepreneurs and marketplace leaders. The serene setting of Barnabas Landing, Keats Island, BC. Two days to contemplate and think deeply about key life issues. Surrounded by peers with great insights. That’s part of the ELO Peer Advisory Group experience: read moreCategories: Peer Advisory Groups