Introducing and/or creating a new business in a new place, just by its existence and nature, will influence those involved.  It is an introduction of ideas and business concepts into a different culture.

• The ideas often are often framed or based on Western, or other international, business culture
   
• The receiving culture is often a traditional, underdeveloped, or possibly even impoverished part of the world
   

The injection of ideas will include many elements:

• Business ideas
   
• Technologies
   
• Production concepts
   
• Management practices
   
• Marketing methods
   
• More...

And, of course, that comes all wrapped in our Kingdom purposes and mission.  The business stuff provides the platform for developing relationships that can then lead to Christ.

As you think about and/or perhaps plan for BAM projects, keep in mind that you will be acting in the role of "change agent," working to influence change in a foreign culture.  Prepare yourself carefully for that role.  If not done well, it can actually do harm, rather than the serve and benefit the Kingdom, the society and the people.

Many thanks for participating in the discussion,

Larry