Past Speakers
Our events have featured exceptional motivational speakers who ignite motivation, foster resilience, and encourage personal growth, grounded in faith. Their powerful insights and uplifting messages, rooted in spiritual principles, leave a lasting impact, inspiring our community to reach new heights in their journey of faith and personal development.
Featured Speakers
Gray Mendell
Gary Mendell, founder, Chairman, and CEO of Shatterproof, established the organization following the tragic loss of his son Brian to addiction in 2011. With a deep desire to spare other families from similar tragedies, Mr. Mendell embarked on a mission to address addiction and promote recovery. Prior to Shatterproof, he held leadership positions in the hospitality industry, including being the Chairman and CEO of HEI Hotels & Resorts, overseeing a portfolio of 65 hotels. Mr. Mendell's dedication to improving public health is evident through his involvement with initiatives such as the Clinton Health Matters Initiative and President Obama's Better Building Challenge. He holds a B.S. from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration and an MBA with distinction from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania
Founder & CEO, Shatterproof
Inky Johnson
Former University of Tennessee Athlete & Motivational Speaker
Inky Johnson started at a normal college football game in Neyland Stadium on September 9, 2006. The game changed everything. A routine tackle turned into a life-threatening injury, and nothing has been normal for Inky ever since. With a master’s degree in sports psychology from the University of Tennessee. Inky devotes much of his time to mentoring athletes and underprivileged youth. For more information about Inky Johnson visit his website at www.inkyjohnson.com.
Ashley Smith
Ashley Smith is known worldwide as the single mother who persuaded Brian Nichols, Atlanta’s courtroom killer, to surrender to police. Nichols himself called Ashley “an angel sent from God", but ironically, it was Ashley’s less-than-angelic past that convinced him to face justice. Ashley believes God led her through the highly publicized experience to help “unlikely angels” everywhere find hope.
Author & Speaker
Stephen Scoggins
Stephen walks audiences through learned principles vital to living a healthy, peaceful and flourishing life broken free from darkness and full of true happiness. His dynamic "edge of your seat" delivery has given Stephen the honor to share his messages with organizations such as United States Air Force, USO of North Carolina, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Step Up Ministries, NC Dep. of Education, WNCN News Station (NBC affiliate), businesses, business associations as well as many radio shows, podcast and churches. Stephen is also a member of the John Maxwell Coaching team and the first recipient of Dave Ramsey's "Momentum Theorem" award.
Author & Speaker
Meadowlark Lemon
Meadowlark Lemon was a legendary basketball player known for his extraordinary skills and entertaining performances. Meadowlark rose to prominence as a member of the Harlem Globetrotters, captivating audiences worldwide with his comedic style and remarkable basketball talents. With his infectious smile, showmanship, and trick shots, he became an icon of the sport, inspiring generations of fans and aspiring athletes alike. Meadowlark Lemon's impact extended beyond the basketball court, as he used his platform to promote unity, laughter, and positive values. Throughout his career and even after retiring, he continued to be an ambassador of goodwill and a beloved figure in the world of basketball.
Harlem Globetrotters Legend
Patrick Morely, Ph.D.
Patrick Morley, Ph.D. was once a real estate developer! Today his ministry has impacted more than 10,000,000 men's lives, partnered with 30,000 church leaders and distributed in excess of 9,000,000 books.
Founder, Man in the Mirror
Additional Speakers
Josh Holland
Josh currently serves as Assistant Director of the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team & Specialized Ministries. He has previously served in various other ministry roles including Senior Pastor at Pathway Church of Charlotte, Celebration Direction for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, and Associate Pastor of Church of the Open Door. Josh holds a B.S. in Pastoral Ministries from Lee University in Cleveland, TN and a M.A. in Religion from Southern Evangelical Seminary. He and his wife Danielle have four children and reside in Charlotte, NC.
Billy Graham Rapid Response Team
Guy T. Williams
Guy Williams, co-founder of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust in 1990, has been serving as the President and CEO for the past 26 years. Alongside his banking career, he has actively contributed to education, including his involvement with Loyola University, Nunez Community College, S. Martin's Episcopal High School, and Tulane University. Recognized for his religious work, Mr. Williams has received various awards such as the New Orleans Federation of Church's Caring Cup, The New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Mike Mosow award, The Wings of Faith award, and Christ the Healer's award. Additionally, he has provided leadership in the banking industry, serving as the president of the Louisiana Bankers Association and on the Board of Directors of the American Banking Association. Currently, he serves on several boards, including the Jefferson Business Council, Greater New Orleans, Inc., Baptist Community Ministries, and Christ Community Health Center, among others.
Gulf Coast Bank & Trust
Eric Northbrook
As a result of an accident in January 2006, Mr. Northbrook is the founder of HeadNorth, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides help and hope to those individuals and families afflicted with a spinal cord injury living in San Diego County.
HeadNorth
Willie Briscoe
Willie Briscoe is the founder of Hope Leadership Foundation, in cooperation with Leadership Foundations of America, is a start up inner-city youth ministry working within the San Diego Unified School District. HLF’s goal is to help kids from kindergarten through college succeed in life by means of mentorship in educational support, sports and recreation and spiritual development. www.hopeleadershipfoundation.org
Watch his video here
Hope Leadership Foundation
Dr. Joey Faucette
Dr. Joey Faucette, author of two #1 best-sellers and has appeared as a guest on hundreds of radio and TV shows across North America in most major markets. He has written over 1,000 articles that have appeared on Wall Street Journal Money Watch, CNBC, Dallas Morning News, Sacramento Bee, Entrepreneur.com, Yahoo Finance, and countless other websites. Dr. Joey speaks to Christian business professionals who want to redefine their reality and fulfill their dreams.
Author & Speaker
Scott Cash
Scott Cash is a native of Charlotte, North Carolina and currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee. A partner with his older brother, Ed Cash, they have produced and written many songs for various Christian artists. An avid and committed Young Life leader for many years, Scott spends his time playing routinely at weekly camps around the country, while sharing his story and the Gospel.
Watch his video here
Producer & Speaker
Scott Martin
Scott has over 26-year in office leasing and user/investment sales. He’s closed over $977 million in commercial real estate transactions primarily in the West San Gabriel Valley, Burbank and Glendale Markets of California. Scott has succeeded in the closure of over 9,200 lease transactions and 300,000 square feet of office portfolio sales.
Watch his video here
Commercial Real Estate Leader
Each speaker who has taken the stage has contributed to a legacy that extends far beyond a single event—encouraging faith, strengthening leadership, and inspiring lives across our industry and beyond.