Engineer turned comedienne, Amy Barnes, started her stand-up career in Seattle, appearing at comedy clubs around town while working days as an engineer in aerospace.  After moving to Los Angeles, she began working as a comedy writer, writing for dozens of comedians and actors including Bonnie Hunt, Jack Black, and Morgan Freeman. Amy is now a nationally touring act with over 60 dates a year and frequently appears to capacity crowds at theaters, churches, and conference events.

Founder of Auntie Anne's Pretzels and best-selling author Anne Beiler has achieved remarkable victories in the world of business; but as a wife and mother, she has experienced the deepest sense of heartbreak and despair.  Her story is one that will inspire and encourage your audience in whatever stage of life they are in!

Missy Robertson has learned to live life in the spotlight as she plays an important part in her family’s record-breaking reality television series, Duck Dynasty. Despite the increased publicity on her family, company and personal life, she has managed to become a strong voice for morality and virtue both locally and globally.

Nona Jones is recognized as one of the world’s foremost experts on building The Kingdom through social technology, motivating thousands of church leaders each year to reimagine social media as a strategic tool for ministry. She coined the term “Social Ministry” and helped build and lead Facebook’s global Faith-Based Partnerships strategy, coming alongside churches and pastors around the world to shift their thinking from church as “building” to church as “community.” She was licensed into the gospel ministry at the age of 17 and preaches the Gospel regularly around the world.

Founder of Sharis Berries, acclaimed inspirational speaker, and now author, Shari entertains audiences of all ages and backgrounds while sharing her down-to-earth, heartfelt business story. Appealing to anyone who has a dream, she’ll take your group on an emotional journey as she intertwines the successes in her life along with her mistakes. Shari’s book, “Berried in Chocolate,” points out the importance of family, faith and fearlessness while revealing how God became her best business partner and that faith and street smarts can be just as useful as a college degree.

Kay Robertson is the matriarch of the famous Robertson Family from the hit show, Duck Dynasty. She has been with her husband Phil for over 55 years and he calls her Miss Kay, which is now what she is known as. She worked for thirty years alongside Phil building the family business, Duck Commander, into a worldwide brand. She is known for her kindness, her sternness in managing her family and most of all her cooking skills. Her southern dishes and cast iron cooking are made with skill and love.

You probably recognize her as "Blair Warner" from NBC’s "The Facts of Life" in the 80s. But she is more than a childhood TV star! A ministry founder, Christian speaker, and author - and most recently a final three contestant on CBS’ "Survivor: Philippines" - Lisa Whelchel is popular at Women's Events and weekend church services. 

Dr. Kevin Leman is an internationally known Christian psychologist, speaker, parenting-expert, and award-winning author of the New York Times bestseller, Have A New Kid by Friday. He is a radio and television personality and has taught and entertained audiences worldwide with his wit and common sense psychology.

 

Terry Squires is a veteran author, speaker, television host and creator of many gift products for teens and adults. Her 20+ books include the bestselling  0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; box-sizing: border-box;">TodaysGirls.com series, the Communicate Christ series, God’s Stories-My First Thoughts, Bible Stories for Bedtime, Ancient Heroes, created and contributed to the ONE Impact Bible, and now, I Seek Truth – Hachette/Worthy Publishing.

After an award-winning career in advertising, an accident brought Michelle McKinney Hammond to a spiritual turning point—a wake-up call that drove her to pursue her life’s purpose. While rehabilitating, Michelle wrote her first book, “What To Do Until Love Finds You”. 40 books, hundreds of speaking engagements and millions of television viewers later, she is still fully pursuing that purpose—sharing the message of the Good News with men and women from all walks of life.

Portrayed by Carrie Underwood in the movie, Soul Surfer, Sarah was instrumental in helping surfer Bethany Hamilton through a tragic shark attack that left Bethany with one arm. Sarah’s own past, which include suffering a broken neck and back in a surfing accident, helped prepare her and equip her in ministry.