
NEHEMIAH BUSINESS SUMMIT 2025
The Global Gathering for Christian Entrepreneurs
(Formerly Nehemiah Week—now more condensed and impactful)
August 20–22, 2025
A VIRTUAL EVENT
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” – 3 John 1:2
The Nehemiah Business Summit (formerly Nehemiah Week) is an annual global gathering for Christian entrepreneurs, Kingdom business leaders, and aspiring business owners. This dynamic three-in-one virtual event includes the Kingdom Business Tour, the Biblical Entrepreneurship Conference, and the International Business Plan Competition. The Summit equips participants with biblical business principles, global networking opportunities, and practical tools to build transformational, sustainable enterprises rooted in faith.
This event is free for Gold, Diamond, and SCI Church Members. Membership discount applies for Silver Members.
Are you leading from a place of rest and wholeness? Do you intentionally invest in your team’s well-being? Are you equipped to overcome burnout while building a Kingdom business?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health conditions have increased by 25% globally since COVID-19, with 1 in 8 people now living with some form of mental disorder. Entrepreneurs are particularly impacted:
- The Freeman Study found that entrepreneurs are 8%–24% more likely than the general population to experience depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health challenges.
- A 2018 University of California, Berkeley study highlighted that entrepreneurs are significantly more prone to ADHD than non-entrepreneurs.
- Research published in Small Business Economics revealed that 29% of entrepreneurs self-report ADHD, compared to about 5%–9% of the general adult population.
- A 2019 Study by the National Autistic Society in the UK found that 20% of autistic adults were self employed compared to 14% of the general population.
This does not even include the widespread impact of mental health challenges on employees, which requires entrepreneurs and their management teams to develop the awareness, skills, and strategies needed to effectively support their people while sustaining a healthy organizational culture.
In these times of global change, economic uncertainty, and increasing personal demands, the Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community invites you to join us at the Nehemiah Business Summit 2025 (formerly Nehemiah Week).
This is more than just a business conference—it’s a sacred space where faith, business, and mental health meet.
This year’s theme, Kingdom Business and Mental Health, will focus on building sustainable, profitable Kingdom businesses without sacrificing emotional well-being, spiritual vitality, or the health of your team.
Key topics include:
- Leading from a place of rest and wholeness
- Building emotionally healthy teams and workplace cultures
- Practicing spiritual disciplines that sustain visionary leadership
- Fostering Kingdom innovation amidst adversity
- Combating burnout and cultivating resilience in high-capacity leaders
Summit highlights:
- Kingdom Business Tour — Featuring dynamic entrepreneurs from Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and North America.
- Biblical Entrepreneurship Conference — With global health and wellness experts and sought-after speakers.
- International Business Plan Competition — Showcasing the top-performing Kingdom business plans from Africa and North America.
2025
THE GLOBAL GATHERING FOR CHRISTIAN ENTREPRENEURS
Join us for our virtual event this year with participants from all over the world.
Join us for the entire event virtually
NOW FOR ONLY $199
This event is free for Gold, Diamond, and SCI Church Members. Membership discount applies for Silver Members.
SPEAKERS
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PATRICE, Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community co-founder and Chief Servant Officer has trained and coached over 15,000 individuals around the world on how to start or expand their businesses using business training and coaching principles found in the Bible. Through his training and coaching system, his clients have raised millions of dollars in funding capital, generated a combined income of over $100 million dollars, and created thousands of jobs. Patrice is the author of several books and training curriculums, including Biblical Entrepreneurship, which has an adult and youth version, Nothing but a Jar of Oil, The Buck Stops with You, and many more.
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Spirit-filled, intense, passionate, dynamic, revelatory, and transformational. SOORIN’s calling in life is to reveal the heart of The Father who loves with such fierce passion. Having personally experienced the freedom and the love of Jesus Christ, she utilizes her education, her years of serving in ministry, and her own personal testimony to dismantle the lies of the enemy to establish each person’s true identity in Christ. Her prophetic insights and words over individuals and churches have led to lives being transformed and communities being restored. Soorin has served as a college professor, TV show host, and women’s ministry leader and is now President and Founder of her own ministry, Soorin Backer Ministries, Inc.
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PASTOR ANTHONY has served as the Senior Pastor of the Carolina Missionary Baptist Church for over 30 years. Under his leadership, he has led the congregation in the acquisition of 18.34 acres of land for the purpose of developing a campus for the advancement of God’s Kingdom. The project currently includes a Family Life Center and an upcoming state-of-the-art affordable housing for single mothers who are HIV positive or have Aids. Pastor Moore began his educational pursuits at Bishop College, now called Paul Quinn College, in Dallas, Texas. He is a graduate of the Harvard University Summer Institute. for Leaders and the Oxford University Theological Foundation with a Master of Theology degree. Pastor Anthony and First Lady Cynthia are the proud parents of Sharnessa, Jamal, and Joshua, and they have three beautiful grandchildren: Jeniya, Jaylin, and Lyric.
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GLENN started in the Financial Services industry in 1972 and eventually became a Regional Vice President of E. F. Hutton Financial Services. He recruited and trained Attorneys, CPAs, Insurance Agents, and Stock Brokers for their offices and provided collaborative and comprehensive financial planning for their clients. After 10 years of corporate training and experience, in 1982, Glenn started G.A. Repple and Company as an Independent Financial Planner. Glenn is a Certified Trainer of Biblical Entrepreneurship. He has trained over 600 business leaders who have spread the teaching into 23 different countries.
Glenn’s greatest life treasure is found in his wife, Joanie, of 45 years, and his children, Bryan Repple, Kimbi von Ancken, and son-in-law Erik von Ancken. Glenn and Joanie have two fantastic grandchildren, Sydney and Luke von Ancken.
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PASTOR MANNY is the Lead Pastor of LUX Church located in the heart of Richmond, VA, USA. Along with pastoring, he is an entrepreneur, is a Visionary Leader for SUM Bible College. Manny is privileged to be the husband of Christine Peña for 20 years and the father of four amazing girls. Manny’s heart is to see individuals empowered, families fortified, and communities impacted by the diligent work of those who dare to believe the impossible is possible with Christ! Manny is an alumnus of (RCLI) the Richmond Christian Leadership Initiative. He received his Bachelor of Theology from Grace Christian College and is pursuing a Master of Divinity from SUM Bible College, USA.
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MICHELLE is a seasoned Talent Management expert with 15 years of experience specializing in mindful leadership and Emotional Intelligence (EI). Certified as a GENOS EI Expert Practitioner and in Change Management, Leadership Development, and various assessment tools such as Everything DiSC and PXT Select, Michelle helps organizations bridge multi-generational gaps and build high-performing teams. Her approach reduces hiring mistakes by 50% through EI-based assessments and provides leadership development solutions like Checkpoint 360 for succession planning and growth. Passionate about “Elevating the Work,” Michelle brings compassion, insight, and innovation to every engagement.
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DR. GAIL started her career in Dentistry in 2005 in North Potomac, Maryland specializing in Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy). Prior to 2005, she was an Assistant Professor at the School of Dentistry at Howard University in Washington D.C. for 11 years.
Dr. Gail became more engaged in the Health and Wellness field after solving her own health challenges. This led to her completing a certification program at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition in New York. She has since retired from Dentistry and is now following her passion for Health and Wellness full time along with working on her humanitarian projects.
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TONY is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in banking, insurance, oil and gas, and human resource management. He is the co-founder and Executive Director of Aurum Consultants Limited, a Human Resource and Risk Advisory firm. A Certified Biblical Entrepreneurship Trainer with the Nehemiah Entrepeneurship Community, Tony is passionate about marketplace transformation through Kingdom principles. He is also a certified insurance practitioner, mentor, motivational speaker, and church leader, committed to training, mentorship, and spiritual growth. Tony and his wife Zipporah have been married for 17 years and are blessed with four children.
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MARIA is a bilingual (Spanish/English) Certified Professional Coach, business strategist, and founder of I-Mind Inc., where she combines her background in systems engineering and project management with a passion for personal growth, wellness, and mindful leadership. Creator of the iMindNow™ app, she empowers leaders, professionals, and organizations through coaching, workshops, and tools rooted in emotional intelligence and resilience. With an MBA in Entrepreneurship and a B.S. in Computer Engineering, María del Rocío is also a bestselling co-author and recipient of the Mujeres WOW 2025 Award, known for her commitment to bridging emotional well-being and effective leadership.
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CARMEN was born in the U.S. but grew up in Romania from ages 9-19. She came back to America for undergrad, then promptly moved to Taiwan, co-founding a kingdom-minded education company, working as an educator, and serving in a newly planted church. After living in Taiwan for almost 5 years, she moved to Atlanta in 2022 to pursue a degree in counseling to fill a profound gap she observed in mental health resources. On top of counseling one-on-one and in groups, she enjoys using her teaching background to educate about trauma in high-need areas, facilitating workshops, and consultation.
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LEWIS is the CEO and Co-Founder of Mzizi, an all-in-one school automation platform with the mission to offer transformative education experiences through an inclusive learning ecosystem that empowers students, engages parents, and impacts communities. The organization’s core values include customer-centric, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and excellence. Its vision is to be the partner of choice for schools in Africa and to this day, they have successfully partnered with many notable schools such as Mirema School, Mustard Seed International School, and Laiserhill Academy to name a few. A member of the Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community since 2023, Lewis is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
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JIM & MARTHA are leaders in the faith-and-work movement, co-hosts of the iWork4Him and sheWorks4Him podcasts, and co-authors of the iWork4Him book series. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience, they’ve interviewed thousands of marketplace leaders and challenged believers globally to see their workplace as a mission field. Married for 38 years, they are passionate about integrating faith into work, family, and marriage—often speaking, mentoring, and hosting marriage retreats across the country. They have three grown children, seven grandchildren, and a love for DIY projects.
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JAMES is the Executive Director and Community Collaborator of Serving Our Neighbours, an organization with a vision to see a movement of leaders advancing the peace and prosperity of communities. Its mission is to connect, equip, and engage leaders to achieve a greater community impact through strategic partnerships. Based in Portland, James’ passion is to serve others and he has been serving faith, business, and government leaders across our nation for the past 40+ years.
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BRIAN, a Certified Professional Coach and Nehemiah Certified Trainer and Coach, possesses a robust 30-year career in business and technology, nationally and internationally, with notable roles at UPS for 16 years and as an IT Director in India for 13 years. His expertise spans industrial engineering, software development, and information services. Armed with an MBA from Corban University and a BS in Computer Science, Brian is driven by a passion for helping individuals discover their purpose and fostering collaborative business environments. He extends his impact to marginalized communities in remote areas, applying sustainable Biblical Business concepts. Brian, married for 27 years to LaVonne, has raised three children, Josiah, Emily, and Noah, cultivating a rich family life marked by diverse experiences, notably in India and the Middle East. His journey is characterized by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and transformative leadership.
WEDNESDAY, 20 AUG 2025: KINGDOM BUSINESS VIRTUAL TOUR
(Time listed below in EST)
9:30 AM | Worship |
9:55 AM | Devotion – Pastor Manny Peña |
10:30 AM | Business 1 – Featured Business in Asia Pacific |
11:00 AM | Business 2 – Featured Business in Africa |
11:30 AM | Business 3 – Featured Business in Europe |
12:00 PM | BREAK |
12:20 PM | Business 4 – Featured Business in Latin America |
12:50 PM | Business 5 – Featured Business in North America |
1:15 PM | Closing |
1:30 PM | END |
THURSDAY, 21 AUG 2025: BIBLICAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP CONFERENCE
(Time listed below in EST)
9:30 AM | Worship |
9:50 AM | Devotion – Pastor Anthony Moore |
10:25 AM | Kingdom Business and Mental Health – Patrice Tsague |
10:50 AM | Clinical Insights on Mental Health – Soorin Backer |
11:15 AM | Identity and Mental Health – Glenn Repple |
11:40 AM | Breakout – Connect Meeting / Networking |
12:05 PM | BREAK |
12:20 PM | Mental Health Insights Through Assessments – Michelle Caspole |
12:45 PM | Panel: Entrepreneurs Talk Mental Health |
1:30 PM | Breakout – Training & Coaching |
1:55 PM | Closing |
2:00 PM | END |
FRIDAY, 22 AUG 2025: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION
(Time listed below in EST)
9:30 AM | Opening |
10:10 AM | Competitor from Cameroon |
10:50 AM | Competitor from Kenya |
11:20 AM | Competitor from North America |
11:55 AM | BREAK |
12:15 PM | Keynote Speaker – Lewis Njoroge |
12:35 PM | BE Creed |
12:45 PM | Judges’ Comments |
1:00 PM | Announcement of Winners |
1:15 PM | Closing |
1:30 PM | END |
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KEY FACTS YOU SHOULD KNOW
- The Nehemiah Business Summit is presented by the Nehemiah Entrepreneurship Community, an organization that has been growing Kingdom businesses for over two decades across five global regions.
- The Nehemiah Business Summit is strategically designed to benefit business professionals of all types and at all stages of their work life or career.
- Consultants, start-ups, coaches, advisors, solo entrepreneurs, multi-level marketers, ministry leaders, nonprofits, for-profits, part-timers, career change, and seasoned business professionals all reap benefits from attending the Summit.
- If you do business or are thinking about launching a business, Nehemiah Business Summit offers transformational in-the-trenches training and direction.
- As part of the benefits to our members, this event is free for Gold members and above. And the 10% membership discount applies for Silver members.