Being a Good Investor, with Robin John

About this episode

In this episode, Robin John discusses how to honor God in investing and business, sharing his journey and insights on ethical investing.

In this thought-provoking episode of Faith Ventures Podcast, host Norman Horn sits down with Robin John, guest author and CEO at Eventide Financial, to explore what it truly means to honor God in the world of investing and business. Robin shares his inspiring journey from a childhood in rural India to leading a Christian investment firm in the United States, challenging the "sacred-secular" divide and showing how every vocation—including investing—can be a meaningful expression of faith. Drawing on the principles outlined in his book, "The Good Investor," Robin discusses the biblical foundations for ethical business, the power Christians have to shape the marketplace, and practical ways believers can align their investments with their values. The conversation touches on real-world victories and tough lessons, from engaging companies on issues like slave labor in supply chains to transforming retirement portfolios to better reflect Christian ethics. Whether you're an investor, a professional, or simply seeking to do good through your daily work, this episode offers wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps on living out your faith in every area of life. GUEST BIO: Robin John was…

People in this episode

Host: Norman Horn

Guest: Robin John

Topics covered

• investing
• faith
• business ethics
• Christian values
• ethical investing
• personal journey
• marketplace influence

Keywords

• investing
• Christian ethics
• business
• faith
• Eventide Financial
• The Good Investor
• Robin John
• Norman Horn
• ethical business
• marketplace

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Eventide Financial, Tufts University

Books & works: The Good Investor

Places: India, Boston, Kerala, United States, Irish and Italian neighborhood

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