A Christian Business Event for Purpose-Driven Leaders in Vancouver
You’re invited to Business by the Book!
A monthly event where faith meets the workplace! Join us on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, at Coastal Church’s Office Building (1166 Alberni St, 2nd Floor) for an inspiring evening of connection, growth, and purpose. Enjoy a light buffet-style dinner while networking with professionals from diverse industries. Hear powerful stories from top leaders about how their relationship with Christ has shaped their business and life. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, staff member, or simply curious, this is your space to connect, be encouraged, and grow in faith. Come be part of a welcoming, faith-driven community!
The sign-up for our next event will be announced soon!
Meet Our January Guest Speaker: Chris Harvey
Co-founder | Chief Creative Officer, Outsyders
Chris Harvey is an award-winning VFX Supervisor and Creative Director with over two decades of experience shaping the visual identity of major studio films, episodic projects, and high-concept shorts. A member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Chris has led visual effects on titles such as Leave the World Behind, 65, Bloodshot, Zero Dark Thirty, Chappie, TRON: Legacy, and Netflix’s House of Dynamite, spanning partnerships with Sony Pictures, Netflix, Oats Studios, and Industrial Light & Magic.
Known for his mix of technical precision and creative originality, Chris has held senior roles at Image Engine, ILM, Prime Focus, and Frantic Films before co-founding Outsyders, where he now serves as Chief Creative Officer. His portfolio also includes genre-defining short films from Oats Studios and immersive projects like Prehistoric Planet Immersive. With a background in character animation and technical direction, and early career credits stretching back to The Italian Job and Scooby-Doo 2, Chris brings rare depth across both artistic and technical VFX disciplines.
Why Attend?
By attending, you’ll connect with a community of professionals who share a passion for integrating faith into their work or business. This event is a unique opportunity to explore how the gospel can guide us to live out our purpose, regardless of industry or career path. Be inspired, equipped, and encouraged to make a lasting impact on both your professional and spiritual life.
What to Expect:
• Date: January 28, 2026
• Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
• Location: 1166 Alberni Street, Second floor.
• Ticket Price: $40 (includes light dinner buffet). $280 for a table of 7.
All tickets are non-refundable but fully transferable to another guest.
2025 Christmas Luncheon
You are invited to wrap up the year with inspiration and community at the Business by the Book Christmas Luncheon!
Join us on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 12:00 to 1:30 PM at the elegant Paradox Hotel for a delicious lunch, festive cheer, and powerful marketplace wisdom.
We are thrilled to welcome our special guest speaker, Karl Martin, CEO and Founder of Arable Co.
After twenty-five years of successfully building organizations and teams to their full potential, Karl founded Arable to help leaders and businesses grow and flourish—like a winning ecosystem. He understands that genuine corporate success isn’t just built; it’s cultivated.
Come hear Karl share his encouraging insights on designing “winning ecosystems” for your team and organization. Learn how to foster an environment where purpose, potential, and profit grow together.
This luncheon is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow leaders, feel equipped for the challenges ahead, and enjoy a wonderful start to the holiday season. Everyone is welcome!
Guest Speaker: Karl Martin, CEO of Arable.
Karl Martin is a visionary leader and the founder and CEO of Arable, a leadership house with a distinctive concentration on cultural health and a focus on the global impact of leadership. Drawing upon 25 years of rich experience, Karl has an unparalleled knack for leading teams toward remarkable growth and coaching individuals to surmount personal barriers. He calls Scotland home, splitting his time between there and the U.S. He is married to Niki, and together they take pride in their four grown daughters.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 12:00 PM. At Paradox Hotel.