CEO of Syntax Creative, Timothy has worked in the music industry professionally since 1997, the same year he co-founded the legendary Syntax Records. Through all of this he has gained experience in business, producing, songwriting, engineering, management, marketing, design, and even writing.
Chad Horton has been heading up the marketing and business development efforts for Syntax Creative since 2009. In 2010, Chad joined Philip Rood as co-owner of Rapzilla.com - the leading Christian Hip Hop destination on the web and mobile. 2013 marked the 10th anniversary for Rapzilla which now receive's over 170,000 unique visitors per month.
Cole Brown is pastor of Emmaus Church, a multi-ethnic church planted in Portland, Oregon where he lives with his wife and two children. Brown is a graduate of Western Seminary (MABTS), author of Lies My Pastor Told Me & Lies Hip Hop Told Me, and songwriter/producer of Emmaus' "Church Songs" project. Follow him on twitter and facebook.
Pastor of Collide Student Ministries in Wilson, NC. Currently holds a B.A. in Biblical Studies and The History of Ideas from Southeastern. Has served in ministry for 14 years and counting. Most importantly though, he is a sinner who is rescued and redeemed in Christ, a proud husband, and a father. Follow him on Twitter and FaceBook.
A filthy sinner, who is greedy to see God's glory with his hear eyes. After serving for 29 years in various ministry rolls—most recently with YouthWorks and Youth Specialties—he is pursuing theological training at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. He hopes to grow in his dependence and knowledge of the Word, while he enjoys the privilege of loving his wife as they disciple their children together.
President of Accelerated Business Strategies. In addition to having a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Mark has over 30 years of branding, marketing communications, market positioning, analysis, writing, editing, organizational development and strategic planning experience.
The host of the Afternoon Joy Ride & Program Director for KAXL FM. He graduated from Northwestern College & Radio in St. Paul, Minnesota with a degree in radio broadcasting in 2006, having been involved in radio since 2000. Matt’s work in radio has won a number of awards from prestigious broadcasting schools as well as NRB. Matt lives with his wife and 3 daughters in Bakersfield, CA.
Mo Leverett is a singer/songwriter, speaker, teacher, urban ministry pioneer and writer. He has recorded 11 albums, has performed all over the country and taught in numerous colleges and seminaries. He is the founder of Desire Street Ministries of New Orleans and Founder and President of Rebirth Community Ministries. He and his wife Lori presently reside in Jacksonville, FL where they have eight beautiful children, one granddaughter, five dogs and three cats.
Founded Rapzilla.com, now the #1 website dedicated to Christian Hip Hop, at only 15 years old, while living in Belgium. He enjoys working as a professional photographer and currently lives in Tulsa, OK with his wife and daughter.
Ryan Sather is the COO for Cru Inner City in Minneapolis, MN. He has a B.A. in Communications from Augustana College and a Master of Missional Leadership from The Resurgence Training Center in Seattle, WA. Though, he has served in ministry for over 14 years, being a Minnesota sports fan keeps his humility in check. He is most grateful that Jesus would save a sinner like himself and then bless him far beyond what he deserves with an amazing wife and three incredible children. Follow him on twitter or facebook.
Sean DeMars is currently serving the peoples of Peru by preaching, teaching, and living God's Word. He and his wife were sent out by Decatur Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Decatur, Alabama.
Husband, Father of 2, pastor, writer, sports lover, closet techie, Detroit native, former New England dweller and current Silicon Valley resider. Chronic thinkaholic
Sports Information Director and Head Coach for Women's Volleyball and Basketball at Multnomah University in Portland, Oregon. Director of Communications for News Release Basketball. Learning and sharing the Gospel through sports for over a decade. Married way out of his league, and the proud father of a joyful toddler boy. Follow him on Twitter or Facebook.
Waldo Phillips is the primary contributor for news and information. He has his finger on the pulse of culture. His ear is to the ground. Sometime's it's even under the ground.