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Steve Gladen

Questioner · DISC type c
Founder & CEO at Small Group Network
📍 Rancho Santa Margarita, California, United States

Steve Gladen is the Founder and CEO of the Small Group Network, leveraging decades of experience as the former Pastor of Small Groups at Saddleback Church. He is a prolific author, known for "Small Groups with Purpose. " People who have worked with him describe him as dedicated, caring, committed, and funny.

Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Steve is a husband to his wife, Lisa, and a father to their two children, Erika and Ethan. He is described as a passionate and energetic personality who loves working with people and fostering relationships both professionally and in his personal life, where he values family deeply.

He earned a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary with a concentration in Pastoral Counseling.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
Founder & CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Rancho Santa Margarita, California, United States
Personality Overview

How Steve shows up

Cautious & Analytical
Not Easily Convinced
Systematic

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. They prefer to fully evaluate every situation. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.

Priorities

Topics Steve cares about

Small Group Ministry
He is a recognized expert, having overseen 7, 000+ small groups at Saddleback Church and authored multiple influential books on the subject, like "Small Groups with Purpose. "
Church Leadership
As the founder of the Small Group Network and a frequent conference speaker, he consults with church leaders globally on ministry strategy and effective community building.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Founder & CEO
Small Group Network
1-1998 - 8-2025
Pastor of Small Group Community
Saddleback Church
Pastor of the Spiritual Maturity Team
Saddleback Church
In the press

Media appearances

Steve Gladen: Making Key Decisions for Critical Impact (Podcast Episode 3). Featured in Small Group Network Blog
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Life Update part 2 with Small Group Network | Steve Gladen. Featured in Facebook
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Education
1982 - 1985
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Fuller Theological Seminary
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

c

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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