Jon Burns Bem

Jon Burns BEM has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Jon founded Lionsraw in 2004, a company dedicated to using football as a means to support community development. In 2005, they became the Chief Executive Officer of SteelSpirit, where they focused on investing in executive and emerging leaders and providing consulting services to companies. Simultaneously, they also served as the Chairman of NE1 from 2005 to 2013. In 2008, they took on the role of UK Director at More Than Gold, and from 2002 to 2011, they served as the Senior Pastor at Vineyard Churches UK. In 2014, Burns worked as a Hero at CNN. Currently, they are the President & CEO of Greater Europe Mission, an organization dedicated to transforming Europe through equipping churches and individuals.

Jon Burns BEM attended Eaglescliffe school, Yarm from 1978 to 1985. Jon later pursued a BA degree in Theology at Spurgeons from 1991 to 1995.