God at Work with Ken Costa

Rediscovering the religious debate in the corporation

Ken Costa, one of the most influential bankers in London, writes about how his faith impacts his working life

A book by one of the country’s leading bankers, Ken Costa, Deputy Chairman of UBS bank, is published this month. In this extract, he describes how he became a Christian and the influence his faith has had upon his working life.

Ken Costa spoke to more than 80 people from the Birmingham business community on Wednesday 21st March. The breakfast event was hosted by ChaplaincyPlus at the Hotel du Vin.

Ken Costa addressed The Trinity Forum at The St Stephen’s Club, London on the subject, ‘Success, Stress and Purpose in Today’s Business World’ on Monday 19th March.

City stalwart explains the influence of evangelical Christianity on his everyday business life in his newly published book God at Work The Times, Business, Monday 14th March 2007

Publishers Continuum and Alpha International celebrated the launch of God at Work by Ken Costa on Thursday 15th March at The Law Society, London.

Robin Baird-Smith of Continuum paid tribute to Ken Costa for writing an honest account about the difficulties of applying the Christian faith in the cut-throat world of the City.

Rick Warren, Pastor and author of The Purpose Driven Life, which has sold over 20 million copies, has given his endorsement to God at Work.

“Christians often spend most of their waking hours at work. Some are set apart for a special ministry there. How are they being supported? …Depression about work is very common, says Ken Costa, chairman of UBS Investment Bank. A failed transaction, a disappointing pay review, unpleasant relationships, and fear of the future can all be triggers.