Join us as Jason Hildebrand, visionary leader of Presence Creative Arts, shares his inspiring journey of integrating faith and the arts to transform culture. Discover how storytelling, authentic leadership, and spiritual practices are shaping the future of faith-based arts and community engagement.

In this episode:

• Jason details the transition from acting to faith-driven arts, emphasizing collaborative projects and cultural influence

• He shares insights on fundraising as a faith-led journey, trusting divine timing and building donor relationships

• The story behind "The Shepherd and the Sound," a film exploring King David's life and its message of healing

• Creating space for authenticity and silence in a culture overwhelmed by noise

• Tips for leaders and artists to stay creatively and emotionally healthy through spiritual rhythms and practices

• The importance of storytelling in shaping culture and rewriting language around faith for a modern context

• Church, arts education, and mentorship: nurturing the next generation of faith-based creators

Guest Bio: Jason Hildebrand

Creative Principal

Part storyteller, part creative catalyst — Jason leads the team at Presence Creative Arts where he serves as a performer, communication and storytelling coach, theatre and film producer, and writer. For close to 25 years, Jason has partnered with faith-based organizations, film and theatre companies, and educational institutions as an artist/coach around the world. He recently completed a Master of Fine Arts in Performance Creation from York University in Toronto.

Jason is most recognized for his acclaimed solo and duo theatre performances and coaching of leaders and artists in areas of authentic performance, storytelling, and communication. He and his team have brought artistic direction to multiple The Alliance in Canada's National Assemblies, Hear the Music Ministries' Levite Summit events, as well as numerous Canadian events. Jason has overseen the development and production of many films and a multi-cast radio play. His film THE PRODIGAL TRILOGY has won multiple awards around the globe. His film BREATHE… was developed in partnership with The Salvation Army in Canada, Bermuda and Australia. Through the craft of Spirit-led performance and communication, Jason is passionate about "drawing out the gold" in individuals and groups. He is excited to see them step into the fullness of who they are created to be and significantly impact the world in their care. Jason lives in Toronto, Canada with his wife and four children.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jason Hildebrand and Presence Creative Arts

01:13 The Journey of Presence Creative Arts

05:52 Fundraising Challenges and Lessons Learned

09:31 Transformative Storytelling in Leadership

12:16 Coaching Executives and Leaders

15:50 The Shepherd and the Sound: A New Film Project

16:20 The Genesis of The Shepherd and the Sound

21:16 The Impact of the Psalms and Community Engagement

31:14 Navigating Chaos: Seeking Peace in a Turbulent World

32:34 Transformative Experiences: Audience Reactions to the Film

35:24 Generational Engagement: Connecting Across Age Groups

37:20 Creative Practices: Staying Emotionally Healthy and Inspired

40:58 Legacy and Impact: Building a Future for the Arts

46:37 Crowdfunding Success: The Chosen and New Storytelling

51:23 Nourishing the Soul: The Future of Faith-Based Arts

Connecting with Jason:

The Shepherd & The Sound Film Project: https://theshepherdandthesoundfilm.com/

Website: https://www.presencecreativearts.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonhildebrand/

E-mail: jason@presencecreativearts.com

Summary

In this episode of the Cause Leadership Podcast, David Hutchinson interviews Brad Bell, the President and CEO of Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) Canada. They discuss the vital role of MAF in providing help and healing to remote communities through aviation, the significant contributions of Canadian pilots, and the impact of medical missions.

Brad also shares insights on his transition from the tech industry to non-profit leadership, and the importance of fostering an innovative culture within organizations. The conversation also covers challenges in board governance, recruitment, fundraising, cybersecurity, and the implementation of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to enhance organizational performance. Brad emphasizes the need for professional development and succession planning in the non-profit sector, concluding with words of encouragement for leaders navigating uncertain times.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF)

03:06 The Role of Canadian Pilots in MAF

06:02 Medical Missions and Community Impact

09:09 Training the Next Generation of Pilots

11:56 Transitioning from IT to Non-Profit Leadership

18:01 Leadership Lessons from Non-Profit Experience

20:47 Board Governance and Recruitment Challenges

26:27 Challenges in Talent Acquisition and Fundraising

27:35 The Complexities of Fundraising in Today's Economy

28:46 Philanthropy vs. Sales: Understanding the Difference

32:20 Cybersecurity: Preparing for the Inevitable

35:25 Implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

40:05 The Importance of Professional Development for Leaders

42:11 Succession Planning in the Nonprofit Sector

45:44 Finding Hope in Uncertain Times

Guest Bio: Brad Bell

Brad Bell is the President and CEO of Mission Aviation Fellowship Canada, helping to bring the love of God in tangible ways to thousands of isolated communities around the world. Brad is deeply committed to the Christian community. He began his academic career with a one-year study program at Emmanuel Bible College before studying Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Waterloo. In 1988, Brad co-founded Campana Systems Inc., a Waterloo based software development company serving the healthcare and auto club industries for 25 years, growing the company organically and through acquisition to an innovative technology-based firm in four countries. Campana was sold in 2014, and Brad was excited to follow God's call in this next stage of his life when he was asked to join MAF as the CEO in 2015.

Connecting with Brad:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradgbell/

MAF LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mafcanada/

Website - https://maf.ca/

E-mail: bbell@maf.ca

Summary

In this episode of the Cause Leadership Podcast, host David Hutchinson sits down with Janet Noel-Annable, CEO of Karis Disability Services, for a rich and inspiring conversation about disability, inclusion, leadership, and the transformative power of community. Janet shares insights from more than three decades of frontline and executive experience, offering a compelling vision for communities where everyone truly belongs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Karis Disability Services

02:51 Challenges Faced by People with Disabilities

05:23 Service Models and Community Engagement

08:09 Navigating Access to Services

10:37 Funding and Fundraising Strategies

13:42 The Role of Faith in Disability Services

18:08 Leadership Insights and Personal Journey

27:03 Empowering Choice and Control for Disabilities

29:55 Leadership Insights for Aspiring CEOs

35:35 Succession Planning and Emerging Leadership

45:54 International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Guest Bio: Janet Noel-Annable

Janet Noel-Annable is the CEO of Karis Disability Services (formerly Christian Horizons), a faith-based organization providing services and support to people with developmental disabilities. Janet began her career with Karis in 1988 as a developmental services professional in Ottawa, while attending Carleton University. After various promotions, she was appointed as CEO in 2011. Recently, Janet completed her Master of Business Administration through Ivey Business School.

Under her leadership, Karis supports thousands of people in Ontario and Saskatchewan and partners with others to impact the lives of people with disabilities in developing countries. Janet works energetically and collaboratively with many organizations, communities of faith, governments and others, believing that together we have the strength to promote communities where everybody belongs; communities that recognize the importance of all contributors, including those with disabilities.

Connecting with Janet:

Website: www.karis.org

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janet-noel-annable-09073766/

Karis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/karis-disability-services/