Speakers
Titi Akinsamni is a globally recognized authority on the digital economy, specializing in the intersection of public policy, emerging technology, and institutional governance. With over two decades of experience she has been instrumental in shaping the regulatory frameworks that govern AI, data privacy, and digital infrastructure across international borders.
Kindree Chescoe, Vancouver, BC, is a Canadian entrepreneur, award-winning designer, speaker, and founder whose work sits at the intersection of business, creativity, product development, faith, and social impact.
Steve French, Orlando, FL, USA, 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, Indianapolis, IN, USA, 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.
Marina Hofman, Lakeland, FL, USA, is an award-winning author and biblical scholar, championing faith and family as an international speaker, and theology professor at Southeastern University. Known for her warm, authentic voice and deep faith in God, Dr. Marina Hofman offers fresh biblical insight that meets people in everyday life.
Andy Hughes, Indianapolis, IN, USA, is President of Mobility & Chief Innovation Officer, Affinity Risk Solutions. He was the Dean of the Devoe School of Business at Indiana Wesleyan University. He came 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, FL, USA, 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, Indianapolis, IN, USA, 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.
Ben Slager, Vancouver, BC, is a business lawyer with over 25 years’ experience representing clients on M&A, private equity, angel and venture capital transactions, and a host of other complex business law matters, including complex industrial leases and shareholder and partner disputes.
Paul Stevens, Vancouver, BC, is Professor Emeritus of Marketplace Theology and Leadership at Regent College, Vancouver. During his tenure at Regent, Dr. Stevens taught courses on Marketplace Theology, equipping and empowering the people of God, and ministry and spirituality. In addition, he served the College as Academic Dean.