Mark Jordan – Men in Pursuit of Progress not Perfection

Mark Jordan, founder of Unravel Groups, is a veteran entrepreneur and mentor with a background in investment banking, real estate acquisitions, and financial services. Mark, who holds both a BSBA and an MBA, has authored multiple books, established three companies, and been a part of starting two churches. He leverages his extensive experience in corporate and non-profit sectors to lead men toward transformational growth in their spiritual, relational, and vocational lives through Unravel Groups.Designed to support men from diverse backgrounds, Unravel offers both individual and group programs that emphasize personal development rooted in progress, not perfection.Mark is passionate about exploring the world with his family and has visited six of the seven continents. This zest for life and discovery enhances his mentorship, reinforcing his dedication to the pursuit of excellence and values such as integrity, leadership, and service. Mark Jordan Vroom Vroom Veer Stories Grew up in Arkansas and his parents were very young when they had him; he had a sibling like relationship with a cousin close to his age; spent most of his time on a lawn care business and playing football Started his first business after graduate school and was fortunate to have a mentor who changed his life; he took him under his wing and showed him the ropes He had a skill of setting up meetings with important business contacts and his boss would then run the mini presentation with the easel and butcherblock flip over paper; one day his boss told him to give the presentation and Mark was not ready--he got through it, but learned a valuable lessons about taking notes and getting ready to move forward His faith is now the wrap around element that is an everyday experience that informs how he shows up to serve people in his groups and random people as well Jeff tells a story about how a Army Captain told him to re-enlist because he had $12k of debt and no clue what to do next and the made Jeff a "Dickweed" Jeff met another Sergeant in the Air Force about 3 times for 15 minutes each time; in those 3 interactions Jeff learned how to get out of Debt and Invest his money Show Summary This podcast episode of "Vroom Vroom Veer," hosted by Jeff Smith, features guest Mark Jordan, the founder of Unravel Groups. The episode kicks off with an introduction from Tim Paige, emphasizing the show's theme of steering towards a more authentic and fulfilling life. Jeff warmly welcomes Mark to the show, initiating a friendly exchange that sets the tone for the conversation. Mark Jordan discusses Unravel Groups, focusing on its role in equipping men for leadership and excellence through small group environments. He expresses his passion for helping men step out of the status quo and pursue excellence, backed by an exciting environment at Unravel Groups that fosters life-changing stories and camaraderie. The conversation shifts slightly to personal anecdotes as Jeff Smith recalls his experiences at deer hunting camp, using it to draw parallels with the camaraderie and life changes Mark witnesses in his groups. The discussion segues into Mark's love for snow skiing and his background in Arkansas, where he was not particularly interested in traditional hunting and fishing. Jeff and Mark delve into Mark's past, exploring his upbringing in Arkansas, his educational journey through university and graduate school, and his subsequent move to Texas and Atlanta. This narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Mark's professional life and his commitment to mentoring and leadership, elements central to the mission of Unradding Groups. The conversation is very back-and-forth, with both sharing personal stories and laughing together, which underscores the theme of navigating and veering through life based on unique experiences and decisions. The episode wraps up with Jeff thanking Mark for his sharing and insights,