Thought Leadership
Build Like a Saint: Key Insights from Domino’s Founder Tom Monaghan’s Journey
At the SENT Summit 2024, Tom Monaghan, founder of Domino's Pizza and philanthropist, delivered a compelling keynote address titled "Build Like a Saint." Sharing his life story, Monaghan offered insights into his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges he faced, and how his faith shaped his personal and professional life.
Lessons from Pope Francis on Leadership in Times of Crisis
Pope Francis’s leadership during crises is defined by empathy, humility, and innovation. By emphasizing the importance of listening to marginalized voices, fostering transparency, and embracing change, he provides a powerful model for leaders across sectors. His commitment to global solidarity and cross-sector collaboration highlights the need for leaders to act with compassion and moral clarity in times of crisis.
The Importance of Community in Catholic Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship can often feel like a solitary journey, but for Catholic entrepreneurs, the power of community is a transformative force. Rooted in the principles of solidarity and the common good, Catholic entrepreneurship emphasizes the importance of building relationships that foster both individual success and the flourishing of the broader community. By engaging with supportive networks like SENT Ventures, Catholic entrepreneurs can create businesses that are not only successful but also deeply aligned with their faith and values.
Integrating Faith into Corporate Leadership: Best Practices for Catholic Executives
For Catholic executives, the challenge of balancing business demands with faith is not just a professional hurdle—it’s a calling. By integrating faith into their leadership roles, these leaders can create workplaces that are not only successful but also compassionate, purpose-driven, and grounded in integrity. This article explores practical strategies for embedding Catholic values into corporate leadership, offering insights that can help executives foster a culture of community, purpose, and lasting impact.
Harvard Insights on Faith-Based Leadership: Unlocking Values-Driven Excellence in Modern Business
Leaders are increasingly recognizing the power of integrating faith and values into their leadership approach. Drawing on insights from Harvard, this article explores how faith-based leadership is not only transforming organizations but also driving long-term success. Discover how Catholic entrepreneurs are leveraging ethical decision-making, inclusivity, and sustainability to create businesses that align with their faith, creating infinite impact.
The Societal and Global Implications of AI
In the second part of this thought-provoking series, SENT Fellow Mike Bianco delves deeper into the global implications of AI. Building on his initial exploration of AI’s impact on privacy and societal norms, Mike now turns his attention to how AI will reshape jobs, decision-making, and even international relations. As a seasoned entrepreneur and technologist, Mike offers a nuanced perspective on the challenges and opportunities that AI presents, making this a must-read for anyone interested in the future of technology and its broader societal effects.
AI's Impact: How It Will Transform Our Future and Society
In this insightful two-part series, SENT Fellow Mike Bianco explores how the rapid advancements in AI are set to transform our world, from reducing costs and enhancing efficiency to reshaping privacy and ethical considerations. Mike, a seasoned entrepreneur who sold his SaaS business to Stripe and is now leading his new venture, Knolbe, offers a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities AI presents.
Let the Spirit Lead: Meet Mike Weisbeck
Anyone who has launched a startup knows the unpredictable and frustrating nature of getting a business off the ground. The twists and turns and ups and downs can steal your peace and drain your patience … unless you surrender it all to the Lord. Mike Weisbeck, SENT member and co-founder of Amaris Consulting, shares how entrusting his startup to the guidance of the Holy Spirit has made all the difference.
Announcing the Finalists of the 2024 SENT Mission Showcase!
We're delighted to announce the finalists for this year's SENT Mission Showcase! Each organization is revolutionizing the approach to Catholic evangelization and addressing critical human and spiritual needs in unique and impactful ways. Join us as we explore these pioneering missions set to present at the SENT Summit on September 5 in Dallas-Fort Worth. Meet the finalists:
He’s a God of Promises: The Story of Abe Moreno
Recent SENT member and co-founder of Moonbuggy, Abe Moreno’s story is one of grace and providence. From growing up in an orphanage and wrestling with deep suffering at a young age to unleashing an entrepreneurial vision and starting his own videography company in adulthood, Abe sees how Christ has been guiding him the whole time.