First & Focused
Join host Mark Greaves as he sits down with current business owners, nonprofit directors, and industry leaders to discuss how they place Christ at the center of their calling. With guests from multiple industries, including music industry CEOs, leaders in Christian education, pioneers in the medical field, and more, Mark takes a holistic view of how to honor God regardless of one’s profession.
Each episode is packed with wisdom, honesty, and encouragement, covering lessons learned, challenges faced, and victories won while showcasing real stories and faith in action. Tune in and be inspired to live First and Focused, putting God first in your life, leadership and daily walk.
Episodes
11 episodes
Entrepreneurship, Legacy, and Investing in the Next Generation with Greg Alcorn
Scaling a company from zero to thousands of employees requires vision, grit, and leadership clarity. In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Greg Alcorn, founder and CEO of Global Contract Services, to discuss faith-driv...
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Episode 11
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51:50
Strength, Survival, and Surrender: A Fitness Entrepreneur’s Journey with Brock Meadows
Elite performance often focuses on physical strength—but sometimes the greatest strength is spiritual resilience. In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Brock Meadows, founder of Power Factory, Project Lean Nation, Dulc...
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Episode 10
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1:06:00
Trust, Conviction, and Building a Mortgage Company That Honors God with Brian Ziemer
The mortgage industry has seen its share of volatility—but rarely does it see leaders put faith front and center. In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Brian Ziemer, Co-Founder and COO of Tithe Lending, to explore what...
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Episode 9
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42:50
Why Christian Education Matters More Than Ever with Dr. Todd Marrah
Education shapes the future—and faith shapes the soul. In this episode of First and Focused, Dr. Todd Marrah unpacks why Christian education is critical in today’s cultural moment and how spiritual formation prepares students for life,...
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Episode 8
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53:59
Redefining Foster Care: Faith, Leadership, and Hope with Melody Marshall
What if families in crisis could receive short-term assistance without the fear of losing their children to the foster system? In this episode of First and Focused, Melody Marshall shares how My Village Ministries is reshaping family p...
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Episode 7
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1:02:50
From Wall Street to Kingdom Impact: Faith and Finance with Matt Wooster
Can faith thrive in the world of high finance? In this episode of First and Focused, Matt Wooster shares how his journey through banking, private equity, and global finance led him to a life fully centered on Jesus.Now a Managin...
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Episode 6
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49:50
Faith, Sports, and Revival on Campus with Matt Kuchers & Jim Schmidtke
Something is changing on college campuses—and faith is at the center of it. In this episode of First and Focused, longtime ministry leaders Matt Kuchers and Jim Schmidtke share what they’re seeing firsthand among student-athletes and y...
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Episode 5
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1:12:02
Healing Beyond the Physical: Faith-Driven Health with Elevate Human Performance
What if true healing required more than exercises and prescriptions? In this episode of First and Focused, Doctors of Physical Therapy Kevin Nowacki and Kenton Keeslar share how faith, love, and purpose are transforming health outcomes...
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Episode 4
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51:43
Faith, Finance, and Fearless Growth with Joe Schmitz of Peak Retirement Planning
How does a financial advisor build one of the fastest-growing firms in the country while putting God first? In this episode of First and Focused, Joe Schmitz shares the mindset, courage, and faith that fueled his rapid rise as a Kingdo...
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Episode 3
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49:44
Evangelism in the Marketplace: How Dr. Duke Heller Led Thousands to Christ Through His Career
What if your profession became your greatest mission field? In this powerful episode of First and Focused, legendary dental implant pioneer Dr. Duke Heller shares how a lifetime career turned into a platform for bold, personal evangeli...
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1:08:42
Faith, Leadership, and the Future of Christian Music with Radio CEO Bill Montgomery
Christian music is exploding—and the leaders behind the microphones are shaping more than playlists. In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Bill Montgomery, CEO of River Radio Ministries, to explore faith-driven leaders...
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Episode 1
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