Matthew Gray interviews Josh Hanna, of Inspire Investing, about faith-based, biblically responsible investing. Josh explains his shift from broad index funds after discovering exposure to abortion and pornography, and describes stewardship as owning part of a business and profiting from its activities. 

Inspire uses a proprietary Inspire Impact Score with eight negative screens—abortion, pornography, exploitation, LGBT activism, cannabis, alcohol, tobacco, and gambling—with a no-tolerance exclusion approach, plus a positive scoring system that rewards best-in-class ethical practices. He also details corporate engagement via proxy voting and advocacy, citing Costco’s decision not to stock mifepristone after extended engagement. 

00:38 Meet Josh and Inspire
04:28 Stewardship and Ownership
05:42 Biblical Screens vs ESG
10:05 Inspire Three Part Approach
12:02 Embrace Good and Engage
16:13 Impact Score and Exclusions
17:42 Consumer vs Investor Choices
20:27 Building Diversified ETFs
22:58 Common Objections Answered
27:12 Returns and Real Impact
30:11 How to Learn More

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Josh Hanna and Inspire ETFs

InspireInsight.com

InspireETF.com

Matthew Gray

https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-gray-cfp%C2%AE-5a2144134/

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Originally from Charlotte, NC, I attended college at Wingate University where I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Finance in 2019. During my time as a student, I learned the value of genuine service working at Chick-fil-A and honed my coaching skills tutoring high school debaters.

After graduating, I attained my Series 7 and 66 registrations, currently held by LPL Financial, along with the Virginia Life & Health Insurance license. In 2022, I was named a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional. It is my conviction that I am called to serve those around me with the utmost honor and respect. This is why I believe in having a positive impact on everyone I meet while striving to go the extra mile.

I moved to the Shenandoah Valley after meeting my beautiful wife and best friend, McKenzie. We are blessed to have our son, Spencer, with us and two children in heaven, Hope and Camden. My favorite hobbies include disc golf, basketball and reading. I am an avid football fan, love the Carolina Hurricanes, and appreciate great food.