baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A.J. Swoboda (PhD, Birmingham) is assistant professor of Bible, theology and World Christianity at Bushnell University and lead mentor for the Doctor of Ministry Program at Fuller Theological Seminary on the Holy Spirit and Leadership. He is the author of many books, including After Doubt (Brazos). He lives, works, and raises chickens in Eugene, Oregon.
Christian Speaker and author Alex McFarland is an advocate for Christian apologetics. He has taught everywhere from churches and university campuses to schools and prisons. Alex arms his audiences with the tools to defend their faith while empowering the unchurched to find out the truth for themselves. 
Andy is the CEO of Kivu, an organization that reaches out to youth around the globe. He is an author, speaker, and teen advocate. Andy is passionate about helping teenagers engage with their faith, relationships, and the world around them. He also helps parents understand how to communicate with their teenagers.

Axis is 3 teams of 4 people each whose mission is to empower the next generation to think clearly and critically about what they believe and take ownership of their faith. Their work does not outsource parents, but rather resource them to disciple and transfer legacy to their children as they face life’s questions and challenges. Axis also supports faith leaders in churches and schools by providing content and facilitators who effectively introduce and address life’s toughest topics.

The Benham brothers, David and Jason, are identical twins, former professional baseball players, entrepreneurs, and international business leaders. Most recently they were catapulted onto the national scene when their upcoming HGTV show was abruptly cancelled due to their commitment to traditional values. 
Christian Speaker Bill Butterworth’s wit, warmth and realism bring love, laughter and hope to audiences all over North America. Bill served as Director of Counseling Ministries with Chuck Swindoll’s radio ministry, Insight for Living, for eight years. He’s addressed corporate clients such as Disney, Chrysler and American Express and great churches like Willow Creek Community Church and Saddleback Community Church.
Bill Farrel has been challenging people for 30 years to be adventurous individuals of integrity. He has been a frequent speaker at Promise Keepers Canada and Iron Sharpens Iron events.
Think he's just another pastor? Think again. Bill Rieser was once destined for the NBA with a 44-inch vertical leap. But his bad attitude, drug and alcohol abuse, and philandering lifestyle derailed that dream. It wasn't until God's amazing grace intervened that Bill found his real identity in Christ. Today he serves as Director of Recovery Ministries at Real Life Church in Santa Clarita, CA
Marriage speakers and the founders of Build Your marriage. Their practical, authentic, and scriptural teaching has connected with couples across the country in strengthening marriages. 
Christian Speaker Brad Mitchell is the Senior Pastor of The River Church in Cincinnati, OH; previously he served on staff at Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago. Brad draws on a wealth of talent and experience in communicating to a wide variety of audiences.
Brad Stine is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and author. He’s been called “God’s Comic” by the New Yorker magazine. 
Caleb Kaltenbach is the Lead Pastor of Discovery Church in Simi Valley, CA. He’s the author of Messy Grace and God of Tomorrow (2017 release).  In Messy Grace, Caleb writes about growing up in the LGBT community, finding Jesus, and learning that love doesn’t require a shift in theology.
Chad M. Robichaux first burst onto the scene when he became a professional MMA World Champion. Prior to his Mixed Martial Arts career, he served in the military as a Special Operations Force Recon Marine. Chad now focuses his time on helping veterans recover from PTSD through the Mighty Oaks Foundation, which he founded. 
Charlie Ward, Jr. is a husband, father, mentor and coach who embodies the principles of integrity, hard work and faith in God. He inspires adults and youth alike in the way he carries himself and how he shows up in the world. Described as a once-in-a-lifetime athlete and a once-in-a-lifetime human being, Charlie’s character and his commitment to serve others are deeply respected in the sports community and far beyond. His calm demeanor and powerful leadership message of preparation, perseverance and patience set strong examples for business leaders, organizations, students and families.
Award-winning journalist for ESPN. Published author. Founder of The K.I.N.G. Christian Men’s Movement. On-air NBA thought leader (ESPN, ABC). Chris is a game changer, fueling audiences with exciting new ideas, mindsets, attitudes and solutions.
Chris Swanson is a 4 time Ironman finisher, an author, college instructor, Sheriff in Flint Michigan, and a motivational speaker. He has a passion for changing lives and he has dedicated his life's work to doing so through passionate teaching and personal motivation.
An avid hunter and outdoorsman, Chuck is also the founder and host of the hunting program, AdventureBound Outdoors (ABO) which he launched in 1996.
Christian Speaker Clayton King grew up in the country and learned the value of honesty, hard work, and keeping your word. God saved him when he was 14 years old, and that same night he felt God call him into the ministry. He surrendered to that call, and since then he has preached to almost two million people in 25 countries and 45 states.
Dan Gordon is an Israeli-American screenwriter and author. He serves as Captain in the Israeli Defense Force in which he was the oldest to complete his elite unit’s grueling 40km overnight forced march and was awarded the only distinctive beret honor. Dan’s firsthand Israel experience makes him an expert on Israeli culture and Middle Eastern affairs.
 
Daniel Fusco is the lead pastor of Crossroads Community Church, which has campuses in Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon. He is a conference speaker, a jazz musician, and published author of Ahead of the Curve, Honestly and Upward, Inward, Outward. He lives in Washington with his wife, Lynn, and their three children.