Barak Strickland
Igniting purpose in life's vibrant third chapter.
Barak Strickland
Igniting purpose in life's vibrant third chapter.
About Barak Strickland
Igniting purpose in life's vibrant third chapter.
As the Founding Director of ReFire Nation, I am passionate about redefining what it means to age with purpose. I specialize in guiding individuals in their 'third third' of life to see their later years as an opportunity for growth and service.
Why Book Barak Strickland as Your Podcast Guest
Fresh Perspectives
I bring frameworks that help audiences rethink aging and purpose in a way that sparks engagement.
Meaningful Conversation
I offer story-rich insights that help hosts create reflective, impactful episodes.
Actionable Guidance
I share practical steps listeners can use to pursue purposeful living immediately.
Community-Centered Insight
I bring experience designing programs that strengthen connection and inspire service.
Episode Angles & Topics
Rewriting the Retirement Narrative
A clear framework for hosting conversations that challenge outdated views on aging.
Faith, Formation, and the Third Third
Engaging stories that connect spiritual formation with real-life transformation.
Community Activation for Purposeful Living
A practical look at mobilizing people through meaningful community structures.
The Making of the Flourish Experience
Behind-the-scenes insights into building a successful spiritual development program.
What You'll Get From This Interview
Audience Takeaways
Listeners gain practical frameworks for purposeful aging, faith-driven motivation, and strategies to transform retirement into a season of growth and service.
Hot Topics
Why Trust Me
The Ideal Show
Podcasts covering purposeful aging, spiritual growth, faith-based leadership, personal development, and community transformation.
Recent Podcast Appearances
Climbing Out of the Valley with Barak Strickland
The ReDirect Podcast •
167: Building a Movement of Purpose-Driven Retirees
iRetire4Him •
Key Achievements
Designed and launched the Flourish Experience program in 2026
Established Refire Nation to activate purpose in later-life adults
Built multi-generational spiritual and service-based cohort models
Partnered with church leadership to integrate third-third ministry frameworks
Professional Experience
Founding Director
Refire Nation
Lead vision and programs mobilizing individuals in the third third of life toward purposeful spiritual impact.
Virtual Bookkeeper
VTS Physical Therapy, LLC
Maintained accurate financial records and reporting for business operations.
F-35A Fleet Management Office Project Manager
F-35 Joint Program Office
Managed action items and depot activation efforts for F-35A global capabilities.
Life-cycle Manager
United States Air Force, KC-46 Tanker Directorate
Oversaw contractor performance and planning to expand organic support capabilities.
Program Support Manager
United States Air Force, Country of Jordan Program
Managed development of international security assistance program requirements and contracts.
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Actionable, story-rich insights on third third life, purposeful retirement, refire nation. Studio-quality video & audio. Available Everyday except Sunday. Happy to share with my audience.
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