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On this episode, we’re joined by Todd Stewart.
Todd Stewart is a follower of Christ and former CEO of Gulf Winds, where he led with a bold conviction: put God first, and trust the results. Starting as a forklift operator, Todd rose to lead and eventually sell the company, all while integrating faith and business. Under his leadership, the company’s mission statement was “To glorify God by providing world-class logistics services through continual investment in our people, clients, community, and the world we live in.”
He’s traveled globally sharing the gospel and has been honored by C12 and International Cooperating Ministries for his impact. He’s the author of Delivering Hope: Leading a Business That Builds the Kingdom of God.
Key Takeaways
- Transitioning from Owner to Steward Todd shared how shifting his perspective from “owning” the family business to “stewarding” it for God fundamentally changed his leadership. By submitting the business to Christ, he found peace amidst the high-pressure logistics industry, realizing that if God is the true owner, he is simply responsible for executing the vision God provides.
- Cultivating an “Eternity Scorecard” In a world that measures success solely through operation ratios and profit margins, Todd integrated a spiritual dimension into the company’s strategic plan. He treated employee engagement and spiritual growth as vital business metrics, aiming to position people to “hear from God.” This included corporate-sponsored programs, partnerships, and a culture that views the workplace as a primary mission field where “kingdom work” happens through daily excellence and care.
- Leveraging Business for Global Impact Through the “More Than The Move Foundation,” Todd used the logistics business as a platform for radical generosity. He advocates for a “triple bottom line” that values economic, social, and spiritual capital.
Christian Business Leader is the show for marketplace Christians seeking to explore and apply God’s will for business. If you want to learn more about how to do business for the glory of God and shape culture through discipling the business world, this show is for you.