Lifework Journey is a monthly gathering of leaders who desire to grow in their leadership and connect their faith to their work. You will enjoy a delicious buffet of appetizers, main course, desserts, and beverages as you learn from a guest speaker hand-picked to add value to your leadership. You will also benefit from connections with colleagues and conversations at your table.
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September:
Abe Ng
President, CEO, CSO (Chief Sushi Officer) of Sushi Maki
DATE: Thursday, September 10, 6-8pm
TOPIC: Building a Culture That Lasts: Leading Through Growth, Change, and Innovation
Abe Ng leads Sushi Maki as President, CEO, and Chief Sushi Officer, growing a beloved South Florida restaurant brand while navigating the highs and lows every business faces. Join us as Abe shares how he builds and sustains a strong culture through growth and change, and how he keeps innovation alive in a traditional, multi-decade business. This is a rare, candid look at leadership from someone who has done it in the trenches of hospitality for years.
October:
Stephan Tchividjian
CEO and Co-Founder of NCF South Florida
DATE: Thursday, October 15, 6-8pm
TOPIC: Failing Forward
Stephan Tchividjian, CEO and Co-Founder of NCF South Florida, will tackle a subject every leader faces but few talk about honestly: failure. In this session, Stephan explores how integrity shapes the way we respond to setbacks — owning our mistakes, learning from them, and resisting the pull to hide, blame, or compromise. It’s an honest, encouraging look at turning failure into fuel for growth.
November:
Shae Bynes
Executive Advisor, Speaker, Creator of The Grace Effect™️
DATE: Thursday, November 12, 6-8pm
TOPIC: The Power of Grace In Business
Shae Bynes is an executive advisor, author, and speaker known as the creator of The Grace Effect™ and author of Grace Under Pressure. High-capacity leaders are often the last to admit that the constant grind is costing them more than it’s producing. In this session, Shae issues both a wake-up call and an invitation: what if grace, not exhaustion, is the real key to sustainable leadership?
December:
Chris Carneal
Founder & CEO, Boosterthon
DATE: Thursday, December 10, 6-8pm
TOPIC: Virtue-Driven Leadership
Chris Carneal is Founder and CEO of Boosterthon, a company he’s built into a nationally recognized leader in school fundraising. In this session, Chris shares how virtue-driven leadership — grounded in six core virtues — can transform your business, your culture, and the way your clients experience your work. It’s a practical, faith-rooted framework for building teams that do their best work and organizations that people genuinely want to be part of.
January:
Adam Duckworth
Founder, Travelmation
DATE: Thursday, January 14, 6-8pm
TOPIC: The Emotionally Intelligent Leader: Building Trust, Influence, and Kingdom Impact
Adam Duckworth founded Travelmation in 2012 and grew it into an award-winning agency with over 2,800 travel advisors nationwide, earning him recognition as a go-to travel expert for outlets like Extra, Access Hollywood, and USA Today. In this session, Adam shares how emotionally intelligent leadership builds trust, resolves conflict with wisdom, and inspires high-performing teams — all through a biblical lens that has shaped both his company and his nearly 15 years in ministry.
February:
Don Campion
Founder & President of
Banyan Air Service /
Leader, Egbe Medical Mission
DATE: Thursday, February 18, 6-8pm
TOPIC: Purpose Beyond Profit: Building a Culture of Service, Excellence, and Mission
Don Campion is President of Banyan Air Service, a leading business aviation company at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, and a leader of the Egbe Medical Mission, which operates a hospital and college of nursing overseas. In an interactive conversation, Don will share the remarkable Banyan/Egbe story and unpack how he’s built a company culture where people flourish, customers become loyal advocates, and mission drives every decision.
March:
Commander
Kevin Antonucci
Active-Duty Commander,
US Navy
DATE: Thursday, March 18, 6-8pm
TOPIC: Leading Under Pressure: Timeless Leadership Principles from the U.S. Navy
Commander Kevin Antonucci is an active-duty officer in the U.S. Navy, where great leadership is forged when the stakes are highest. In this session, Kevin will be sharing proven leadership principles developed in demanding, high-stakes environments and showing how they translate directly to business, teams, and everyday leadership — from building trust to making sound decisions under pressure.
April:
Shelby Rogers
Professional Tennis Player,
Tennis Channel Broadcaster
DATE: Thursday, April 8, 6-8pm
TOPIC: More Than the Score: Faith, Resilience, and Purpose Beyond Success
Shelby Rogers spent 15 years competing at the highest level of professional tennis, reaching a career-high ranking of No. 30 in the world, making two Grand Slam quarterfinals, and winning the BJK Cup — with victories over stars like Serena Williams, Ash Barty, and Simona Halep along the way. Now a Tennis Channel broadcaster, speaker, and mentor, Shelby will share what it took to build an identity that goes beyond performance, and how faith carried her through the setbacks that came with life on tour.
May:
Chick-Fil-a
DATE: Thursday, May 20, 6-8pm
TOPIC: Creating Remarkable Experiences: Leadership Lessons from Chick-fil-A
What makes people return to a business again and again? Join us for a conversation with a Chick-fil-A owner/operator as we explore how a culture of care, intentional leadership, and exceptional customer experiences create lasting impact. Learn practical principles for building loyal teams, delighted customers, and organizations that stand out in any industry.
What exactly is Lifework? Lifework is a space for a community of professionals to be inspired and challenged to take action toward spiritual, professional, and community transformation at various levels through our Lifework Journey and Lifework Leadership programs.
Lifework JOURNEY is designed to be accessible for the average professional looking to grow in their faith and work journey with evening events (with dinner) offered on a month-to-month basis. It is hosted by Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale and driven by NCFSF. For more information, contact [email protected].
Lifework LEADERSHIP is a 8-month immersive experience for those looking to dive deeper into the faith and work space. With gatherings for half a day every month as well as intentional relationship building opportunities, the Lifework Leadership program is sure to grow your leadership influence and circle. For more information, click here or, contact Deb Toderic at NCFSF at [email protected].