Suiting Up for Service: Chris Cottrell's Mission to Elevate Faith and Business.
Refiner's Fire
In this episode of The Refiner's Fire, host Peter Blute sits down with Chris Cottrell, a decorated U.S. Army intelligence officer, co-founder of the made-to-measure suiting company Shepherd’s, and Founding Partner at Verde Peak Partners. Chris's life is a masterclass in committed service, from earning a Bronze Star while deployed with U.S. Special Operations Command to his current mission of helping entrepreneurs protect their legacies. Discover how his Catholic faith is the unifying force behind every endeavor—whether advising at the Department of Homeland Security or launching a company with partners like Harrison Butker. Chris shares the principles of discipline, clarity, and decisive action that he learned in the military and how they apply directly to the challenges of entrepreneurship and living a vibrant faith in the modern workplace. This is an inspiring look at how to build a life of impact, where professional ambition and spiritual calling are perfectly aligned. ✨ What You’ll Find at YCP * A real, faith-filled community that gets where you are * Mentorship from Catholic leaders who’ve been there * Opportunities to grow spiritually and professionally * Support to live your faith confidently - wherever you work 🔗 Ready to take the next step? 🌐 Learn more: https://www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/ 📍 Find your local chapter: https://www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/events ✨ Join Belong: https://www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/join-belong 🔔 Subscribe for more stories: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPYxJByM2VNo4z-lv1IoBHw/featured/featured