About Ric Bender
Christian Business Coach, Leadership Strategist, & former Pastor
Former Senior Pastor. Church planter. Entrepreneur. Business owner. Digital marketing strategist.
Ric Bender – My Story
Ric’s leadership perspective was shaped through years of ministry and business experience.
As a former pastor and church planter, he learned the importance of servant leadership, developing people, navigating difficult decisions, and leading organizations through seasons of change.
As an entrepreneur and business owner, he experienced firsthand the challenges that come with building and growing an organization—making decisions with limited information, managing people, generating revenue, developing systems, and carrying the responsibility that comes with leadership.
His experience in digital marketing and business strategy added another dimension: understanding how data, technology, positioning, and strategic execution can help organizations compete and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace.
These experiences come together in Ric’s coaching philosophy:
Biblical truth provides the foundation. Strategic thinking provides direction. Disciplined execution creates results.
From the Church to the Marketplace
Why Work With Me?
If you’re a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, executive, pastor, or leader who knows you’re capable of more—but aren’t sure how to get there—coaching can provide the clarity, strategy, and accountability needed for your next season.
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Let’s build a healthier organization, strengthen your leadership, and pursue the purpose God has placed in front of you.
Scale your business. Honor your calling. Expand your Kingdom impact.
The Mission
Help Christian leaders lead boldly, build healthy organizations, and expand their Kingdom impact.
With experience as a pastor, church planter, entrepreneur, business owner, and digital marketing strategist, Ric brings a unique perspective to Christian business coaching. He understands that building an organization isn’t simply about increasing revenue. It’s about leading people well, stewarding resources wisely, developing healthy systems, and fulfilling the purpose God has entrusted to you.
🌐 Connect Vertically & Professionally
- Daily Inspiration on Instagram: Follow Ric Bender on Instagram for visual leadership quotes, practical video reels on overcoming burnout, and behind-the-scenes founder advice.
- Video Masterclasses on Rumble: Subscribe to the official Ric Bender Rumble Channel for long-form video training on biblical business models, debt management, and scaling strategy.
- Audio Insights on Spotify: Stream The Called Founder with Ric Bender on Spotify for on-the-go podcast interviews, audio devotionals, and executive development guides.
- Deep-Dive Business Guides: Bookmark the Ric Bender Insights Blog to read full articles breaking down how modern Christian entrepreneurs balance sustainable profit and faith.
- Real-Time Insights on X (Twitter): Follow Ric Bender on X for daily leadership principles, market commentary, and rapid-fire business updates.
- Community & Events on Facebook: Join the Ric Bender Christian Business Coaching Facebook Page to connect with a growing network of like-minded Kingdom entrepreneurs.
- Professional Strategy on LinkedIn: Connect with Ric Bender on LinkedIn for executive strategy, leadership coaching frameworks, and organizational health insights.