Speakers
Kathleen Cooke is a media executive, writer and inspirational speaker, as well as the co-founder of Cooke Media Group, Los Angeles, alongside her husband, Phil Cooke. Launching The Influence Lab in 2013 keeps her tennis shoes on today as she and her husband travel to multiple cities and countries to produce and mentor leaders on how to use media more effectively.
Phil Cooke works at the intersection of faith, media, and culture, and he’s pretty rare – a working producer in Hollywood with a Ph.D. in Theology. His client list has included studios and networks like Walt Disney, Dreamworks, and USA Network, as well as major Christian organizations.
Steve French is the Founder of Lˣ Partners & the Global Ambassador for Lifework Leadership. Lˣ Partners’ influence and serve both church and corporate communities. They are influential leaders who serve at Walt Disney World, Apple, Chick-fil-A, DeBartolo Development, Red Lobster, Advent Health, Coca-Cola, and Darden Restaurants.
Jillian Gilbert is an expert in organizational leadership and development, innovation, and strategy. With a BA in Organizational Communication and an MA in Organizational Leadership from Azusa Pacific University, she furthered her expertise by earning a Doctor of Strategic Leadership from Regent University.
Andy Hughes is the Dean of the Devoe School of Business at Indiana Wesleyan University. He comes to Indiana Wesleyan from AAA Hoosier Motor Club where he has served as the Chief Innovation Officer and Senior Vice President of Automotive/Member Experience.
Nona Jones is a rare combination of Bible teacher, business executive, bestselling author, global speaker, and entrepreneur. As a certified Trauma-Informed Coach and Counselor, she is CEO of Inside Out Leadership, where her team builds resilient women leaders who change the world.
Wendi McGehee is Executive Director of Innovation, Strategy & Lifelong Learning at the DeVoe School of Business at Indiana Wesleyan University. A certified facilitator of the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® Method, Dr. McGehee has led workshops with multiple Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 organizations.
Ray Pennings is the co-founder of Cardus, a leading Canadian think tank. His work focuses on the public dimensions of faith, especially as it informs the work of the full range of social institutions and their contribution to public life. He authors a popular weekly newsletter, Cardus Insights, written to provide engaged citizens with resources for faith, leadership, and public life.
David Zietsma is the President of Redeemer University in Hamilton, ON. Dr. Zietsma brings a wealth of experience, passion and vision to the president position. Prior to his current role, he had served as provost and vice president, academic prior to that, helping to accomplish Redeemer’s mission through a comprehensive vision.