The L.I.F.E. Teaching Conference takes place each November, featuring inspiring speakers from renowned institutions such as Yale, Duke, Princeton, Belmont, Biola, Wheaton, Tyndale, the University of Oklahoma, Cedarville, and the University of Oklahoma. These speakers brought their passion and curiosity to explore the intersection of faith and entrepreneurship, sparking vibrant discussions and sharing innovative teaching practices shaping higher education.
Below are quick links to the presentations from all of the L.I.F.E. Teaching Conference speakers in 2025.
- Noah Toly – LIFE Teaching Conference 2025 Keynote
- Denise Daniels – Exploring Calling With Students
- Sean Dwyer – Are You Asking Students About Their Purpose?
- Patrick Monahan – Methods in Ignatian Innovation
- Michaela O’Donnell – Theological Questions for Any Classroom
- Matthew Croasmun – Life Worth Living
- Hannah Lau and Philip Yan – Redemptive Business Canvas
- Susan Richardson – The 5 Questions for Ethical Decisions
- JoAnn Flett – Classroom Resources for Faith + Business Integration
- Jen Bennett – Faith + Entrepreneurship Innovation Award and Next Steps
Below are quick links to the presentations from all of the L.I.F.E. Teaching Conference speakers in 2024.
- Greg Jones – LIFE Teaching Conference 2024 Keynote
- David Miller – How to Succeed Without Selling Your Soul
- Philip Yan and Hannah Lau – The Redemptive Business Canvas
- Kyle McManamy – Accelerating Faith and Entrepreneurship through Investing in Cultural Leaders
- Denise Daniels – Work in Light of Creation
- Michael Arena – Thoughtful use of AI can lead to Relevant/Current/Connected social impacts
- Kary Oberbrunner – Protecting IP can help foster entrepreneurial innovation
- Ryan McAnnally-Linz – Teaching for Human Thriving
- Lowell Busenitz – Meeting Student Needs in Teaching
- Christie Myers – Faith Driven Content Ecosystem
- Brett Smith and Cory Driver – History of L.I.F.E. & Building a Teaching F+E Ecosystem and Next Steps

