IN THIS EPISODE WE LEARN:
In Episode 202 of The Fortified Life Podcast, Jason Davis (aka Mr. Fortify) sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur, author, and marketplace minister Tamra Andress. Tamra is an 8x #1 best-selling author, international speaker, top 1% podcaster, and the visionary behind The Messenger Movement Podcast, The Founder Collective, Girls Gone Holy, and F.I.T. in Faith Press.With energy, transparency, and boldness, Tamra shares her entrepreneurial journey, her radical encounter with Jesus that changed everything, and her passion for equipping leaders to transform their messages into movements.
🔑 Key Highlights
- From Failure to Fortitude – Tamra explains how setbacks shaped her as an entrepreneur and how failure can actually be the foundation of fortitude and faith.
- Marketplace Ministry – How her nonprofit, The Founder Collective, is equipping marketplace ministers through roundtables, mentorship, and the upcoming Founder Academy launching in 2027.
- Publishing & Movements – Inside her boutique publishing house, F.I.T. in Faith Press, which goes beyond books to build platforms, podcasts, and businesses rooted in Kingdom purpose.
- Founders, Innovators & Trailblazers – Tamra breaks down these three callings and how they apply to Kingdom leaders who feel compelled to create, pioneer, and lead with Christ at the center.
- The Power of Intimacy with God – Why true success in business and life flows from intimacy with the Father, not just strategy, hustle, or accolades.
- Prayer & Activation – Tamra closes with a passionate prayer, fortifying listeners to rise up as Kingdom messengers in every sphere of influence.
🌟 Memorable Quotes
- “Failure develops fortitude—and you’re listening to the Fortified Life Podcast, so we can’t ignore that truth.” – Tamra Andress
- “Whether you’re a founder, innovator, or trailblazer, your identity in Christ is the most significant thing about you.” – Tamra Andress
- “Excellence is not perfection—it’s operating with integrity and giving God glory through the work of your hands.” – Tamra Andress