What’s Your Role in BAM? Introducing the BAM Pathways
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. Indeed, it is quite likely that whatever God has called you to, and whatever he’s given you a passion for, there is a need for it in the business as mission community!
We think of this as the ‘BAM ecosystem’, and it is an ecosystem that is broad and diverse—consisting of many individuals, companies, networks, constituencies, and organisations.
Having been working to build this ecosystem over more than two decades, we at BAM Global have observed that most people fall into one of three main categories: Do-ers, Helpers, and Explorers. We are calling these the ‘BAM Pathways‘ and each pathway includes particular roles. Here is a helpful overview of each one:
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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.
We’ll be launching new toolboxes for each role in the coming months, as follows:
- Do-ers Pathway for BAM Entrepeneurs, BAM Workers, and Future BAMers
- Explorers Pathway for Newcomers, Students, Business Seekers, and Missionary Seekers
- Helpers Pathway for Intercessors and Networkers, with Capacity Builders, Church Leaders, Mission Leaders, and Academics – coming soon.
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.
Ready to discover your path? More BAM Pathways toolboxes will be available soon! 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.
With many thanks to Shay and Alana, BAM Global Communications, for visual design for the BAM Pathways.
Photo by Craig Melville on Unsplash
