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
18 episodes
Modern Missionary: From Engineering to Kingdom Mission with John Mullen
St. Paul’s Outreach missionary John Mullen joins First and Focused to discuss leaving behind a successful engineering career to pursue full-time ministry, the spiritual hunger emerging among young adults, and why he believes the next g...
Nanotechnology, Venture Capital, and Trusting God in the Unknown with Andy Dickson
What does it look like to follow God while building at the edge of innovation?In this episode, we sit down with Andy Dickson—entrepreneur, venture builder, and leader in nanotechnology—to talk about faith, endurance, and long-term vision...
Childlike Faith in a Complex World with Dr. Jeffrey Broadnax
How do you keep your faith alive when it becomes familiar?In this powerful conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Broadnax shares wisdom from over 30 years in pastoral leadership, coaching, and ministry development.We discuss:How t...
The Power of an Ordinary Life: 50 Years of Faithful Leadership with Harvey Hook
What if the most impactful life you could live isn’t extraordinary—but faithful?In this episode, we sit down with Harvey Hook, a respected ministry leader, author, and founder of The Gathering in Columbus, Ohio.With over 50 years ...
Why Your Money Isn’t the Problem—Your Heart Is with Courtney Markley
What if the way you think about money is shaping your relationship with God more than you realize?In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Courtney Markley—speaker, author, and founder of the Center for Financial D...
Long Obedience, Leadership, and Serving Youth for Three Decades with Scott Arnold
Longevity in leadership is increasingly rare—but faithfulness over time leaves a powerful legacy. In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Scott Arnold, Executive Director of Central Ohio Youth For Christ, to discuss thre...
Identity, Faith, and the Changing Landscape of Youth Sports with FCA Leaders Rye D’Orazio and Aaron Quinn
Youth sports have transformed into a high-pressure, high-visibility environment shaped by NIL deals, social media, and rising expectations. In this episode of First and Focused, we sit down with Rye D'Orazio and Aaron Quinn of the Fell...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...