Episode 291 - How a Venture Capitalist, Serial Entrepreneur, and Basketball Team Owner Finds His Identity in Christ with Phil Chen

This Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast interviews Phil Chen, CEO of Cold Electric and owner of a Taiwanese basketball team, exploring how his seminary education shaped his entrepreneurial journey. The conversation covers his family's history in business, his unique path combining faith and entrepreneurship, and the challenges and rewards of starting from scratch multiple times. Chen emphasizes the importance of understanding "why" in business, drawing on N.T. Wright's theology and highlighting how a strong faith identity can empower entrepreneurs to make counter-cultural decisions. He uses his experience with his basketball team to illustrate the power of building community and engagement, even amidst criticism. The podcast concludes with Chen's reflection on Luke 20, suggesting that prioritizing God's kingdom alleviates worry and anxiety.