Speakers Connection

Marlene Anderson, MA, LMHC

Learn healing life strategies from this experienced psychologist and counselor. Marlene has the training, experience, and passion to help people grow personally and in their Christian journey. As the author of A Love so Great, and a Grief so Deep, she shares the personal story of the loss of her husband and her journey through the grief and loss process. Visit Marlene's Web site.

Peggy King Anderson

Peggy has taught creative writing for adults and kids for over twenty-five years, in community colleges, Christian schools, New York workshops and more. She's authored four children's books, as well as fiction series in Pockets Magazine. She loves to encourage writers! Visit Peggy's Web site.

Delaina Bochsler  

In a unique and refreshing style Delaina communicates biblical truths in a practical and relevant way. With nearly 20 years of ministry experience she inspires her audiences to improve their relationship with God and others. She especially enjoys speaking to women about men. Visit Delaina’s website.

 

Judy Bodmer

Judy speaks nationally on relationships with God, marriage, parenting, and creative writing. She's the author of When Love Dies: How to Save a Hopeless Marriage (Thomas Nelson) and What’s in the Bible for Mothers (Bethany House) and has been a guest on national radio and TV. Judy is a mentor in Jerry Jenkins’s Christian Writer’s Guild, volunteers as Treasurer of Northwest Christian Writers Association, and is director of the Northwest Christian Writers Renewal. Visit Judy's Web site.

Jamie Bohnett

Jamie is an advocate for the power of being a great dad. As the director of the Bohnett Memorial Foundation, he champions small groups for dads and works with other family related organizations  in the Seattle area. Jamie is the author of "Like Father, Like Son: Rediscovering Sonship On The Fathering Journey." He is currently working on a second booklet targeted to support single fathers. Visit his family foundation's Web site where you can see his weekly blog, "Father Power."

Dennis Brooke

During Dennis' seven years as an Air Force Officer he spent one day as a "spy." Since then, he's handled public relations for a Christian interdenominational men’s ministry, taught marriage prep classes and now manages software projects for an aviation industry startup. He loves to speak on finding passion in marriage, the honor of serving our country, and how our actions of love can change the world. Visit Dennis' Web site

 

 

Ellouise Carroll, PhD

Ellouise has over 20 years experience in childhood nutrition, a Masters in Human Development, a Ph.D. in Philosophy of Education and is a Professional Health Coach.  Both her Master’s Thesis and her Ph.D. dissertation focused on children’s nutrition.  She has been a speaker for Get Healthy, America! for a number of years.  Her passion? No surprise. Teaching and speaking on nutrition issues! Visit Ellouise's Web site.

Laura Christianson

A relationship marketer for over 25 years, Laura specializes in teaching non-techies how to become savvy social media marketers. She speaks regularly at conferences, business functions, and for civic groups. Her goal: equip businesses, non-profits, and ministries to become better bloggers, Facebookers, and Tweeters. The author of three books, Laura has a M.A. in teaching and she owns Blogging Bistro, a Seattle-area social media marketing company. Visit Laura's Web site.

Cheryl Dore

A certified C.L.A.S.S. speaker Cheryl is a frequent guest in women’s ministry venues having served on women’s ministry boards since 1998. Determined to awaken and equip the giftedness in every woman Cheryl is co-founder of Women's Leadership Advantage—an organization that marries the secular with the sacred to pull women out of caves of hiding into their life calling, creating communities where women flourish. She is NCWA's Speaker Connection Coordinator and empowers leaders in the art of public speaking, providing tools to package the message and grow a speaking platform. Visit Cheryl's website.

Jenn Doucette

Author, freelance writer, and comedian, Jenn Doucette offers encouragement via hope, humor, and a hefty dose of humility. A well-rounded speaker, Jenn has performed for MOPS, Hearts at Home, church events, and Giggles Comedy Club.  Nitty Gritty stuff: Jenn is a graduate of Trinity Western University and Bible Study Fellowship; she is a member of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, and the author of The Velveteen Mommy, and Mama Said There’d Be Days Like This. Visit Jenn's Website.

Al Foxx

Twenty five years ago a severe motorcycle accident changed Al Foxx's life. The resulting brain injury and partial paralysis turned him into an extraordinary comic and story teller. His contagious humor, and unbridled enthusiasm bring laughter and hope to fortune 500 companies universities, government agencies, churches, and schools. Visit Al's Web site.

Dianna Frey

Dianna was woman's director at a local mega church, on the Women’s Ministry Advisory Board at CRISTA Ministries, and has held positions with MOPS on a national and international level, teaching, organizing and training. In 2007 she helped start the only MOPS group in Toulouse, France. Visit Dianna's Web site.

Judy Gann

Judy’s passion is to share messages of hope and encouragement through her writing and speaking. A children’s librarian, she is an expert in the field of early literacy. Judy speaks to a variety of audiences including chronic illness support organizations, women’s groups, parents & educators, and writers. She is the author of The God of All Comfort: Devotions of Hope for Those Who Chronically Suffer. Visit Judy's Web site.

Erica Graf

Through sharing transparently about her life, Erica's inspirational speaking combines truth with humor in a way that will lift you up, while leaving you standing on solid ground. Visit Erica's Web site.

Barbara Henry

Barbara's passion is discipleship. She uses her speaking ministry and Bible studies to encourage and equip women to minister to one another. Her studies are part of AMG's Following God Discipleship Series and are based on Titus 2, the Beatitudes, and 2 Peter 1:5-7. Using her love for the Word, her training as a counselor, and her walk with the Lord for over 50 years, she offers practical insights and compelling motivation. Visit Barbara's Web site.

Deb Kalmbach

Deb was married for more than 30 years to an alcoholic husband, giving her laser sharp insight into others pain, and huge compassion for them. Her passion is teaching people to have a vibrant faith in the midst of heartbreak. She is the co-author of Because I Said Forever: Embracing Hope in a Not-So-Perfect Marriage (Multnomah) and the author of a children’s book, Corey’s Dad Drinks Too Much (Tyndale). Visit Deb's Web site.

Clint Kelly

Clint is a suspense novelist, magazine freelancer, and communication specialist for Seattle Pacific University. He writes a lot about family and is a frequent presenter at writers conferences coast-to-coast. His latest novels are the Sensations Series – Scent, Echo, and Delicacy -- for Zondervan Publishing. Clint is hard at work on a novel – part historical, part contemporary -- for the general market, a story about a rare manuscript connected to an attempt to murder Abraham Lincoln. He enjoys researching mystery animals such as Bigfoot and coordinating program and speakers for the annual Northwest Christian Writers Renewal. He is sometimes seen traveling in the company of a rubber chicken named Gus. Visit Clint's Web site.

Gay Lewis

Gay Lewis recognizes that life is both bitter and sweet. She combines passion, humor and vulnerability to speak of God’s awesome exchange system: “-beauty for ashes- the oil of joy for mourning, a garment of praise for a spirit of heaviness.”  Gay’s book is ‘Bittersweet’, a true story of unwed pregnancy, adoption and reconciliation, a parable of God’s ability to create beauty out of EVERYTHING that we place in His hands. Visit Gay's Web site.

Susan K. Marlow

Susan is the author of the Circle C Adventures series for 'tweens, as well as a freelance editor, teacher, and home school mom. She speaks at Young Authors conferences and schools as well as teaching writing workshops to kids. Visit Susan's Web site.

Gigi Devine Murfitt

Ten kids. One parent. Gigi Devine Murfitt grew up holding onto hope and learning courage in the midst of trials. Today, Gigi and her husband run "Gabriel's Foundation of HOPE," a non-profit foundation centered on their physically challenged son. Gigi is a recent graduate of the Seattle Ministry Institute. Visit Gigi's Web site.

Lorie Reichel Howe

Lorie is a teacher at heart who longs to awaken hearts and minds to the joy of a dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ. She is a speaker, writer, and has 18 years of experience as an elementary teacher. Lorie invites others to think deeply and reflectively in discovering life impacting truths from God’s Word. Her passion for God, coupled with her own transparency in sharing her personal struggles, inspire others to allow God’s Word to transform their lives. Visit Lorie's website.

Jim Rubart

Jim's passion is seeing people set free. He will challenge you, inspire you, and show you exactly how to throw off the chains that hold you back from stepping into your divine design. Jim is a speaker, novelist, and the owner of Barefoot Marketing & Advertising. He lives in Woodinville with his wife and two boys.Visit Jim's Website.

Cindy Scinto

As the world becomes more uncertain, people are facing many painful trials and tragedies. Cindy takes her years of unprovoked heart disease, which culminated in a life-saving heart transplant, and shares how she survived the pain and suffering with joy and flare. Her vivacious smile and personality offer audiences she speaks to, the secret of not just surviving life but finding God's will and purpose for their lives. Visit Cindy's Website.

Mary Ellen Stone

MaryEllen's conference presentations have drawn standing ovations! Whether she presents her crowd-pleasing "Humor-What a Lifesaver!", Biblical-character drama monologues, or a message tailored to your Christian retreat, MaryEllen delivers. Take-away value from these events is life changing. With a Master's Degree in Counseling, twenty-something years experience as a community college Counselor, and her deep faith in Christ, MaryEllen's mission is to help bring freedom and healing to others. Visit Mary Ellen's Website.

Dr. June M. Temple

June Temple is a missionary/author. Presently she is a Representative for InterAct Ministries and speaks at Christian College Conferences and churches. Formerly Dr June taught at a Native High School and Bible College in Canada. She has written five books about her life, one Bible Study, two yearly Devotionals and one Historical novel (about her ancestors). These books are available on Amazon.com, or can be ordered at Christian Bookstores. June is a widow, a mother of four children, a grandmother and a great grandmother. Visit June's Web site.

Carla R. Williams

Known as "The Spiritual Mom," Carla is an international speaker and accomplished writer. She shares her inspirational and practical messages to a variety of audiences, including women's retreats and writers workshops. Carla is the mother to three sons, but she's been the spiritual mom to many others over the years. Visit Carla's Web site.