From Global Strategy to Grief, Grace, and Grit: The Journey of Dr. Ralph Plumb

07/08/2025 45 min
From Global Strategy to Grief, Grace, and Grit: The Journey of Dr. Ralph Plumb

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Episode Synopsis

Ralph Plumb never set out to live a double life—but for decades, he walked the line between international business and humanitarian ministry. A former telecom director, CEO, global strategist, and medical missions leader, Ralph has traveled to the most remote corners of the world with one purpose: to serve.



But behind his expansive resume is a story marked by grief, humility, and deep spiritual refinement. From the devastating loss of a child to betrayal in marriage, Ralph's defining moments didn’t happen in boardrooms—they happened on hospital floors, mountain tops, and even the 108th floor of the Eiffel Tower.



In this honest and vulnerable conversation with host Teko Bailey, Ralph unpacks the weight of calling, how redemptive entrepreneurship became his legacy, and why spiritual surrender—not success—is the real secret to enduring leadership. He also shares wisdom for men navigating marriage, business, and identity under pressure.



This is not just a conversation about leadership. It’s a masterclass in resilience, rooted in faith, forged through fire, and lived with intentionality.



Major Themes & Concepts

✅ Spiritual formation through suffering

✅ The tension between career ambition and calling

✅ Redemptive entrepreneurship and empowering others

✅ Grief, loss, and rebuilding identity after setbacks

✅ The role of intentional solitude in hearing God

✅ Living on mission without building dependence

✅ Forgiveness as freedom

✅ The power of legacy beyond wealth



🕰️ Chapter Breakdown

00:00 – Faith and Responsibility

01:00 – Life-Altering Diagnosis

05:05 – Mercy Across Cultures

07:10 – Redemptive Entrepreneurship

08:51 – Resilience in Prison

16:29 – Crisis and Redemption

19:31 – Presence and Forgiveness

22:16 – Silence and Listening

26:25 – Trustful Surrender

30:21 – Legacy and Perseverance



About Teko Bailey

Teko Bailey is a husband, father, coach, and guide for men walking the path of faith and purpose. Through The Climb, he’s building a brotherhood of men committed to living fully, leading boldly, and climbing with intention.



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