Upcoming Events
Dale Jones - "The Higher Calling of Our Work”
Dale has spent a lifetime advising CEO's around the world on thinking through strategy, board governance and human capital However, as a follower of Christ, Dale has always been motivated to counsel Christian leaders about the importance of aligning their calling as believers with their vocational commitment.
Dale Jones is the CEO of Magna Vista Partners, was Vice Chairman of Heidrich & Struggles, and more recently CEO of Diversified Search. In these executive roles, Dale serves on the Boards of Chick-Fil-A, Trilith Film Studios, The Special Olympics, Andrew Young Foundation and Trustee Emeritus of Morehouse College, his alma mater. In this talk, Dale will describe his own journey of faith, his unique calling in corporate America serving literally thousands of CEO's and offer rich and inspiring insights on the integration of our faith and work.
Alumni Happy Hour
Unwind, connect, and celebrate with fellow alumni at our upcoming Happy Hour! Join us on Thursday, April 16th at 5:00 PM for an evening of great conversation and community at The Castle Irish Pub and Restaurant. We’d love to see you there!
Graduation & Awards Dinner
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the Lifework Class of 2026 at our Graduation and Awards Dinner. This special night honors the achievements, growth, and leadership of this year’s graduates while bringing together community leaders, family, and supporters for a memorable celebration.
During the evening, we will also celebrate two outstanding leaders from the Lifework community. Brad Layland, CEO of The Focus Group, will be recognized as the recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award, honoring his leadership and lasting impact. We will also celebrate Pastor David Outing, Founder and CEO of Corporate Care Partners, as the recipient of the Community Impact Award for his service and dedication to strengthening the community.
Held at the elegant Country Club of Orlando, the evening promises a meaningful time of recognition, inspiration, and celebration of leaders who are making a difference in our city.
Brant Hansen - “The Best Deal Ever”
Brant will share about an offer Jesus makes us, and why, if we want a better life immediately, we should take him up on it. Brant has been a favorite Lifework guest for many years and, as a speaker, he brings a delightful A combination of in-depth theological wisdom with a rich sense of humor. He is an accomplished author national speaker, advocate for healing children through CURE International, and is a joint host of a nationally acclaimed talk radio show, “The Brant and Sherry Oddcast”.
Brad Nelson - “Hallowing God’s Name”
In the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus teaches us to pray that God’s name be hallowed—sanctified and revered through lives that faithfully reflect His character. Just as God strategically placed His people to live out this mission at the crossroads of the world, we too are called to honor and uphold His name through our words, actions, and work in both the public and private sphere.
Brad is a gifted scholar and teacher who helps lead Walking the Text, a global Christian mission that harnesses media to unlock the meaning of Scripture through the lens of the context of when it was written. He is also Chief Content Creator for Sacred Thread, a 7-part teaching series coming to television in 2025 focusing on the Lord's Prayer.