S5, Ep. 3 - Faith, Leadership & Legacy - Lord Bob Edmiston

Faith, Leadership & Legacy

S5, Ep. 3

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Bob Edmiston, a successful businessman with over 50 years of experience. Bob shares insights into his daily routine, his early career, and the formative experiences that led to the founding of the IM Group, a company with international reach. He discusses the intersection of his faith and business, including his profound commitment to evangelism through Christian Vision (CV). Bob offers advice for young Christian entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of strategy, hard work, and maintaining Christian values in business. He also reflects on the responsibilities of stewardship and the challenge of passing on a legacy of faith and generosity. This episode is packed with wisdom, motivation, and practical advice for anyone looking to integrate their faith with their professional life.

Summary:

00:00 Introduction and Daily Routine
03:41 Early Career and Business Beginnings
06:23 Faith and Business Journey
07:14 The Birth of IM Group
09:26 Challenges and Successes
16:24 Founding Christian Vision
20:28 Global Impact and Media Outreach
27:37 Reflecting on Personal Limitations and Faith
28:45 Advice for Young Christian Entrepreneurs
30:11 The Importance of Strategy and Hard Work
31:40 Navigating Business Challenges with Faith
35:18 Wisdom from Experience: Partnerships and Integrity
36:43 Staying Grounded and Finding True Satisfaction
41:06 Passing on Wisdom and Legacy
46:58 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

‍About our Guest:

Born in India in 1946 and raised partly in Kenya, Lord Edmiston’s early experiences
shaped a global worldview. Beginning as a bank clerk, he went on to establish the
IM Group, a UK-based conglomerate in automotive distribution, property, and
finance, with a turnover of approximately £650 million.

In 1988, he founded Christian Vision, a charity now active in over 20 countries,
committed to digital evangelism and discipleship. He also sponsors three academies
in the UK through the Grace Foundation, integrating Christian values into education.
His story is a testament to the power of entrepreneurial vision driven by faith and
the desire to see cultural renewal through leadership.

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