BAM Explorers: How Three People Got Engaged in Business as Mission [Video]
by Jo Plummer
We need all kinds of gifts and skills in the BAM movement, people from all kinds of background, in all kinds of roles. This is the ‘BAM ecosystem‘, and it is an ecosystem that is broad and diverse—consisting of many individuals, companies, networks, constituencies, and organisations.
Our BAM Pathways resources are designed to help you find your role in BAM: Are you doing BAM? Or, wanting to? Are you already helping others do BAM? Or, wanting to get involved supporting BAM companies and networks? Or, are you simply exploring the idea of BAM? See the BAM Pathways Infographic below for more introduction to all the BAM Pathways.
BAM Explorers come from all sorts of backgrounds. In this video, we hear from individuals who got engaged in business as mission from three different backgrounds: student, business, and campus ministry:
Introduction to the BAM Explorers Pathway
Explorers are those fairly early on in their BAM journey who are learning more and discovering their next steps to get involved. Those exploring BAM can come from any background, but to cover some of the main ones, we’ve developed toolboxes in the Explorers Pathway for those completely new to BAM, plus those for Students, Business Seekers, and Missionary Seekers :
- New to BAM – You’re new to the idea of businesses serving Kingdom purposes, or have never heard of BAM.
- Students – You’re a student interested in BAM or looking to connect your field of study or future professional life with holistic mission.
- Business Seekers – You’re an entrepreneur or business leader exploring how your business may align with God’s purposes.
- Missionary Seekers – You’re a missionary exploring the idea that business could be a way to fulfil your ministry goals
These BAM Pathways are not exhaustive, but our hope is that they will provide a handle for people that are exploring the BAM Resource Centre to quickly identify where they might fit into the BAM community and discover the best resources and ideas for them
Ready to discover your path? Get started here.
Jo Plummer is the Creative Director & Co-Founder of BAM Global and the co-editor of the Lausanne Occasional Paper on Business as Mission. She directs BAM Global initiatives such as BAM Global Events, BAM Global Think Tank consultations, and the BGlobal Community. Jo has been developing resources for BAM since 2001 and serves as Editor of the Business as Mission website and The BAM Review Blog.
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Here is a quick introduction to each main Pathway:
Do-ers
Do-ers are the heart and soul of the Business as Mission (BAM) movement. Whether you’re a seasoned owner of a BAM company, part of the business team, or someone preparing to launch a new enterprise, you’re a do-er. Do-ers turn ideas into action, creating a ripple effect of positive change. Explore Do-ers Pathway
Helpers
Helpers are the architects and scaffolding of the BAM ecosystem. Whether you’re a passionate intercessor, a supportive church or mission leader, a dedicated academic, or a seasoned professional, your unique skills build the foundation for success. By connecting, sharing knowledge, and offering guidance, you empower do-ers to make an even greater impact. Discover Helpers Pathway
Explorers
Explorers are those fairly early on in their BAM journey who are learning more and discovering their next steps to get involved. Whether you are a student or young professional, have years of business experience, or years of mission experience, there is a place for you in the business as mission ecosystem. Begin Explorers Pathway
Just want to stay in touch?
Perhaps you are not looking for an active role in the BAM community, but are interested in the concept or are in a related area of work and you just want to stay connected with business as mission? If that’s the case, welcome—we invite you to keep in touch via our social media and by subscribing to BAM Global News and Resources.