Speaker, Writer, Pastor and Leadership Coach Anthony Braswell may just be the worst golfer you’ve ...

Speaker, Writer, Pastor and Leadership Coach Anthony Braswell may just be the worst golfer you’ve ever seen, yet is convinced he’s going to shoot a 76 every time he steps foot on the golf course. It is that incredibly positive outlook that helps make him an expert in finding joy through life’s most difficult and chaotic moments. His mantra is, “Don’t count your days. Make them count!"

Bob Elder is an industry leader in Faith-Based Entertainment who has been navigating the transformat...

Bob Elder is an industry leader in Faith-Based Entertainment who has been navigating the transformative media marketplace for the last 34 years; the experience applied from his arduous career continues to strengthen his impact on the landscape of Christian media today. Bob founded Collide Media Group in 2016 with a mission to “elevate media that inspires a deeper relationship with Christ.” Collide continues to grow by recently adding distribution, marketing services and church exhibition to the group; thus creating the opportunity for Bob to serve using his marketplace aptitude for missional impact on our culture.

Bob has been a working screenwriter and actor for the last 20 years. His produced/credited films as ...

Bob has been a working screenwriter and actor for the last 20 years. His produced/credited films as a writer include, the Larry Levinson produced “Help for the Holidays” the number one rated original Hallmark film for 2012, “Cupid’s Bed & Breakfast” a romantic comedy/drama also for Levinson Productions, “On Paper”, “Rescuing Madison”, “Romantically Speaking”, and the “Right Girl”, all for Cable TV Networks. He sold two other original scripts in 2014, “On the Move” an off center romantic comedy and “Extracurricular Activities” a dark comedy thriller. He optioned another to a big New York Production Company, the big budget caper comedy “Baggage”, and has other original film and TV series specs in play in LA. He does rewrites and polishes on film scripts and television projects for Producers, Directors, and Production Companies in Hollywood and has optioned six of his original scripts to Hollywood Production Companies. His acting roles include Hallmark’s “Valley of Light”, Francis Ford Coppola’s “Jack”, David Fincher’s “Zodiac”, Finn Taylor’s “The Darwin Awards” & “Unleashed”, and Chris Ford’s “The Village Barbershop”, among dozens of others. He also had a six year run as the recurring character Sgt. Carl Hoskins on the CBS TV show “Nash Bridges”.

Cindy Bond is a globally recognized leader and pioneer of faith-friendly films and has worked on the...

Cindy Bond is a globally recognized leader and pioneer of faith-friendly films and has worked on the distribution, production, sales, marketing or finance of more than 200 films. She has co-founded and helped lead Wild Horse Entertainment, Providence Entertainment, Promenade Pictures, and Mission Pictures International. Her key projects include THE OMEGA CODE, the No. 1 limited-theatrical release of 1999; Hallmark Channel’s The Note; and The Epic Stories Of The Bible animated series that began with the 800-screen theatrical release of THE TEN COMMANDMENTS and was followed by NOAH’S ARK. She has also produced The Shunning and The Confession for Hallmark Channel, UP’s highest-rated movie series Love Finds You, and Lifetime’s Heaven Sent. In addition to I CAN ONLY IMAGINE, Cindy is currently producing MISS BRENDA AND THE LOVELADIES, PRAYER OF JABEZ and the TV series Hero Dogs. Cindy is a member of the Producer’s Guild of America and the Screen Actor’s Guild and she has served on a number of boards of directors.

Claire is an award-winning writer and producer who has penned scripts for Disney, NBC, HBO Max, and ...

Claire is an award-winning writer and producer who has penned scripts for Disney, NBC, HBO Max, and more, as well as the acclaimed film, Divine Influencer for Great American Pure Flix. A former recipient of the ABC/Disney and FOX Writing Fellowships, she co-wrote and produced the pilot, Beautifully Flawed, 20 episodes of The Dream Center TV series, wrote and developed for Sesame Workshop, and wrote two seasons on the animated series, Jade Armor. Claire lives in LA with her husband and three children.

Davy Liu is an accomplished animator, filmmaker, author, and speaker with 36 years of experience in ...

Davy Liu is an accomplished animator, filmmaker, author, and speaker with 36 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He worked as an animator, project developer at Walt Disney Feature Animation on iconic films such as The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and Mulan. His career also includes work on Star Wars: Episode I with George Lucas and Space Jam, Iron Giant with Warner Bros.  While Davy found success in Hollywood, God placed a deeper calling on his life. After struggling with traditional academics growing up, Davy discovered that creativity and storytelling were the ways God had uniquely wired him to learn, communicate, and solve problems. Over time, the Lord led him away from a lucrative career to dedicate his talents fully to faith-driven storytelling. Davy is the founder of Kendu Films Los Angeles, a faith-based film company committed to producing high-quality animated films that present biblical truths through compelling stories and world-class craftsmanship. Kendu Films focuses on creating films that stand shoulder to shoulder with mainstream animation while remaining rooted in Scripture, excellence, and purpose. In addition to filmmaking, Davy has served as an instructor at the Academy of Art University of San Francisco and continues to mentor and encourage Christian creatives to pursue excellence, originality, and faithfulness in their calling…You KENDU it  www.kendufilms.com

Heather O'Quinn is a film and television producer who has made her mark in the entertainment industr...

Heather O'Quinn is a film and television producer who has made her mark in the entertainment industry through her exceptional talent and dedication to quality filmmaking. Her passion for producing high-quality faith and family content has earned her widespread recognition and respect in the industry. Heather is the co-owner and co-founder of Damascus Road Productions in Los Angeles, which has been instrumental in producing several award-winning films as well as Integrity Releasing, a distribution solution for independent faith and family films.

James Sang Lee - Fight Choreography, Firearms, and Films Best known for martial arts action, the IS...

James Sang Lee - Fight Choreography, Firearms, and Films Best known for martial arts action, the ISKA World Champion has appeared in numerous films as a fight choreographer, stuntman, and actor, including Lethal Weapon 4, Blade, and Plane. James also appeared in multiple documentaries as a self-defense expert & firearms instructor for the Discovery Channel, History Channel, MTV, and more. Lee’s heart for the well-being and safety of others is noted worldwide. The internationally known martial artist has taught Rock Self Defense in Egypt, Ukraine, and for Sri Lanka’s nationwide Stop Harassment of Women campaign, “S.H.O.W.,” and for the ten countries of Global Unites. The appointed ISKA Ambassador has pushed even further, creating innovative online efforts to strengthen the Autism community w/ Dragonfly ASD and for the private and homeschool community w/ Kick Punch. Next Up, Lee is speaking for Student Leadership University (SLU) and hosting television show “Test Drive Live.” www.JamesSangLee.com

Joshua-Caleb Barton, Esq. Joshua-Caleb Barton is an attorney licensed in Florida and California, ...

Joshua-Caleb Barton, Esq. Joshua-Caleb Barton is an attorney licensed in Florida and California, specializing in complex commercial litigation and entertainment law with a strong focus on the film industry. He is currently an associate with the law firm Resnick & Louis, P.C., having offices in the UK and throughout the US, where he advises clients on complex legal issues at the intersection of business and creativity. Mr. Barton graduated with honors from Regent University School of Law, where he served on the Law Review and earned multiple academic awards. He has clerked for two Justices of the Florida Supreme Court, gaining invaluable experience across criminal and civil law. His prior experience also includes work with trademark and business law firms, a personal injury practice, and volunteer service with the Legal Aid Society of Orange County. As a legal expert in entertainment and film law, Mr. Barton counsels creators, producers, and investors on protecting and monetizing their work through U.S. copyright law, intellectual property strategies, and contractual safeguards. He has deep knowledge of the legal and business complexities of pitching screenplays, securing financing, and structuring deals that protect intellectual property while maximizing commercial opportunities. Mr. Barton is especially passionate about helping filmmakers and creators safeguard their intellectual property and bring their vision to the screen without compromising their values. His long-term vision is to bridge law and creative enterprise by supporting filmmakers, artists, and entrepreneurs as they navigate legal challenges while expanding opportunities for growth and innovation.

Kaya Jones is a Canadian-born singer, songwriter, and producer. Growing up in Las Vegas, by age 16 s...

Kaya Jones is a Canadian-born singer, songwriter, and producer. Growing up in Las Vegas, by age 16 she had signed with Capitol Records, and in 2003 auditioned and was selected from thousands of other singers for a coveted spot with one of the most popular girl groups in history. One of the founding members of the group, Kaya Jones is perhaps best known as one of the lead singers for the Pussycat Dolls. Since leaving the Pussycat Dolls, Jones developed her career as a solo artist. At the age of 26, she became the youngest female in history to start her own record label. In 2019, Jones won a Grammy Award for a collaboration with gospel artist Jason Crabb. She currently lives in Florida using her testimony and experience to point the world to the life saving message of Jesus Christ.

Leland Klassen has toured all over the world in his nearly 30 years in stand-up comedy. In that time...

Leland Klassen has toured all over the world in his nearly 30 years in stand-up comedy. In that time, he has done every major Canadian television show and festival including Just For Laughs, Winnipeg Comedy Festival and CBC television’s Halifax Comedy Festival as well as CBC Radio’s Debaters. Leland has also appeared on every major clean comedy project in America from shows like Bananas, The Huckabee Show, Thou Shalt Laugh on Netflix and the social media sensation DRY BAR COMEDY which has received millions of views for Leland’s work to date. He was featured in the Vice documentary series FUNNY HOW? along with comedians David Cross and Pete Holmes.

Follower of Jesus Christ, the most High. Marty Jean-Louis is a creative entrepreneur specializing i...

Follower of Jesus Christ, the most High. Marty Jean-Louis is a creative entrepreneur specializing in Film, technology and media

Melinda Drake is an award-winning Christian contemporary artist and worship leader known for her sou...

Melinda Drake is an award-winning Christian contemporary artist and worship leader known for her soulful voice, inspiring songwriting, and powerful worship moments. Her rising influence is marked by major achievements including YouGodsMusic International Competition Champion, Christian Contemporary Artist of the Year at the Florida Gospel Music Awards, and 2025 Best Performing Artist of the Year at the International Christian Film Festival. On and off the stage, Melinda’s passion for ministry shines. She serves alongside her husband, Pastor Anthony Drake, as the Worship Director at Vision Church in Sarasota, Florida, while joyfully raising their four children. Melinda Drake is a dynamic and Spirit-filled voice in Christian music—driven to glorify Jesus and reach the world through impactful worship.

Rich Peluso is the Executive Vice President and Head of AFFIRM Films, AFFIRM Television and AFFIRM O...

Rich Peluso is the Executive Vice President and Head of AFFIRM Films, AFFIRM Television and AFFIRM Originals, divisions of Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) focused on the development, production, acquisition, distribution and marketing of faith-based and inspirational films and television content. AFFIRM content spans a wide range of genres and budgets and enjoy the various global distribution platforms at SPE including theatrical, television, streaming, non-theatrical exhibition and home entertainment.  Peluso reports to Sanford Panitch, President, Columbia Pictures, and Tom Rothman, Chairman and CEO, Sony Pictures Entertainment Motion Picture Group. Peluso works with writers, directors, and independent producers at various stages of production from concept and script, through production and completion, to produce and distribute quality feature film and television entertainment that inspires, uplifts, challenges and captivates.  His studio head and executive credits include HEAVEN IS FOR REAL, WAR ROOM, MIRACLES FROM HEAVEN, A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, SOUL SURFER, THE STAR, RISEN, OVERCOMER, COURAGEOUS, FIREPROOF, WHEN THE GAME STANDS TALL, THE FORGE, PAUL APOSTLE OF CHRIST, MOMS’ NIGHT OUT, JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM, ALL SAINTS and BIG GEORGE FOREMAN. Peluso has led AFFIRM Films since its inception in 2007 and launched AFFIRM Television in January 2020 and AFFIRM Originals in 2021. Over the last 17 years AFFIRM Films has earned 6 coveted A+ CinemaScore© ratings and exceeded $700 million in worldwide box-office making it the largest and most successful faith-based film studio in the world. Prior to joining Sony Pictures Entertainment, Peluso served 15 years at EMI Christian Music Group/EMI Music (now known as Capitol Christian/Universal Music) as the president. He was also president of The Safe Side Company, a children’s entertainment company founded by Julie Clark (Founder of The Baby Einstein Company) and John Walsh (Host of America’s Most Wanted). He lives in Leiper’s Fork, TN with his wife and commutes to his office at Sony Pictures in Culver City, CA.

• Ryan O’Quinn has more than twenty-five years experience in the entertainment industry and is C...

• Ryan O’Quinn has more than twenty-five years experience in the entertainment industry and is CEO of Damascus Road Media Group and President of Damascus Road Productions. He has created, produced and starred in content across all mediums since 1996 and currently leads a team of experts to curate, develop, acquire and produce commercially-viable film and television content in the faith and family vertical at STX Entertainment. • Sony Pictures’ “BELIEVE”, produced by and starring O’Quinn, was named “Christian Film of the Year” and outperformed the studio’s highest expectation in the the first two months following release. As an actor and producer, O’Quinn’s films have received critical acclaim and in the last two years alone, garnered more than 30 nominations and wins in film festivals around the world. • O’Quinn’s everyman approach to improv, stand-up and viral video comedy gave him a unique voice and made him a favorite among media outlets including television and radio stations that licensed his brand of content around the world and, along with a viral video company he co-founded called Dad Dudes, Buzzfeed named O’Quinn among the “Top Parents of the Year that Made us Laugh” and one video was named #1 comedy video of the year by a variety of outlets. • Previously OQuinn served as a National Marketing Director of Compassion International, the world’s largest holistic child-development organization. From Hollywood he developed marketing strategies that saw double-digit year over year growth including the largest increase in 63 years and helped grow the company to more than one billion dollars in annual revenue. • O’Quinn authored the #1 best-selling book Parenting Rules: The Hilarious Handbook for Surviving Parenthood which reached number one in six Amazon categories including “Fastest-selling”, “Parenting”, “Parenting Humor” and “Relationships”. At debut, it was the #3 overall best-selling humor book on Amazon. • O’Quinn followed up with a second book, the acclaimed Marriage Rules: The Hilarious Handbook for Surviving Marriage. • Along with his wife, O’Quinn is co-owner of Integrity Releasing, a distribution company dedicated to distributing content in the family genre via theatrical releases and streaming platforms. • O’Quinn is a member of the Producers Guild of America and serves on various boards including The Board of Trustees at Oaks Christian School and the Advisory Board of the Institute of Arts and Innovation at Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village. • Ryan O’Quinn lives in Los Angeles with his wife, producer Heather O’Quinn, and their three children.

Sarah is a seasoned singer/songwriter, has been a regular contributor to Lifeway’s vast catalogue ...

Sarah is a seasoned singer/songwriter, has been a regular contributor to Lifeway’s vast catalogue and her music has also been licensed for use in film/TV. But Sarah’s true joy is being a mother of 5 (soon to be 6) children and spends most days homeschooling and training up her children in the ways of the Lord. She also has a passion for worship and has regularly led at her home church and also internationally at multiple churches in Italy.

Shannen Fields is an award-winning actress, producer, writer and inspirational speaker. Her dreams w...

Shannen Fields is an award-winning actress, producer, writer and inspirational speaker. Her dreams were launched with the Kendrick Brother’s feature film, Facing the Giants, where she was cast as the lead female role of Brooke Taylor. The movie was released in 441 theaters across the United States by Sony Pictures through both Provident and Samuel Goldwyn Films. To date, Shannen has appeared and starred in film and television projects over the past 19 years. Shannen also partnered with Stone Road Pictures as one of the producers and was cast for one of the lead roles as Kerri Stein in the powerful pro-life feature film, The Order of Rights. She was also cast alongside TC Stallings in the feature film, My Brother’s Keeper. In addition, Shannen was also one of the producers and cast for the feature film, Song of the Tree Frogs, based on the novel by J.W. Kitson and most recently appeared opposite Keisha Knight Pulliam in the feature film, Redeemed. Shannen was also cast as co-host in the mini television reality show, Rebuild and Restore, on PureFlix. Currently, Shannen has been cast in an action-packed TV series thriller, Fragment, on the PureFlix Network. Shannen has also been cast in an upcoming new TV series, Love and Secrets through both 24Flix and CAPS production company. Beyond her love for acting and producing, Shannen also has a passion to share her message and spread God’s word in an authentic way. In the past few years, God has taken Shannen’s life in a very different direction. She has lived what it means to discover beauty from the ashes. Shannen is married to Anthony Braswell (speaker, writer, pastor and leadership coach). Shannen and Anthony both lost their late spouses to terminal illnesses, but refused to allow those experiences to define them.

Shari Rigby, a multifaceted talent recognized for her impactful contributions to faith and family in...

Shari Rigby, a multifaceted talent recognized for her impactful contributions to faith and family inspirational entertainment. Best known for her compelling performances in Overcomer, October Baby, Not Today, Wildflower, and The Least of These, Shari is a leading figure in faith-based cinema. Her journey from accomplished actress to adept director has earned her a reputation as an actor’s director, marked by a strong background of well-crafted screen performances.

Tyler Michael Smith is a Nashville-based composer, producer, and arranger whose diverse body of work...

Tyler Michael Smith is a Nashville-based composer, producer, and arranger whose diverse body of work spans film, television, and contemporary Christian music. Raised in Nashville, Tyler began playing piano at age five and composing his own material in his teens. To date, he has scored 16 feature films, in addition to composing music for commercials, short films, documentaries, and branded content. His work has been featured by major companies such as Sony Pictures, Carmike Cinemas, Lifetime, Coca-Cola, Cinemacon, and Great American Family Network. His filmography includes Karen Kingsbury’s Someone Like You, Washington’s Armor, 90 Minutes in Heaven, and A Little Women’s Christmas. In addition to scoring films, Tyler has also worked as an arranger for a number of different artists including his father Michael W. Smith, Guy Penrod, CeCe Winans and Charity Gayle.

Cleveland native Tyrone Crawford is a man dedicated to living his life to the One who laid His down!...

Cleveland native Tyrone Crawford is a man dedicated to living his life to the One who laid His down! A nationally recognized Christian rap artist whose journey from the rough streets of Cleveland to the pinnacle of the music charts serves as a testament to the power of redemption. Following the success of his chart topping album WAR: Worship And Rap, Tyrone’s artistry was further cemented in 2024 when he received the International Christian Film and Music Festival Angel Award for Best Performing Artist. By delivering high-energy performances and collaborating with industry artists like Angie Rose, Derek Minor and Toya Love, Tyrone leverages his music platform to reach audiences worldwide with the love and truth of Jesus. When he isn't on stage or in the studio, Tyrone enjoys spending time with his wife, Bridget and their two children, who help inspire his mission to reach the next generation with the gospel.