In this episode, Jacob sits down with Dan Zimbardi, Executive Pastor of Sandals Church and former corporate leader for brands like Google, Nike, and Facebook. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Dan brings a rare blend of business acumen and spiritual insight to the conversation on culture and leadership.
Together, they explore:
The surprising similarities between ministry and marketplace leadership
Why great leaders must learn to combine strength with kindness and empathy
How to craft and cast a vision that unites five generations in today’s workforce
What corporate America can learn from the relational depth of ministry teams
How leaders can create environments where people feel known, seen, and cared for
Dan shares personal stories from his transition out of corporate America — including the “pay cut of a lifetime” — and how it reshaped his view of success, calling, and culture.
Whether you’re leading a startup, a church, or a team of any size, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, legacy, and what it really means to help people flourish.
