Dr. John Louis Muratori, author of the internationally acclaimed, best-selling book and multi-media curriculumMoney by Design, a pioneering work on biblical economics and finance, is a dynamic, progressive, and highly sought after speaker with a unique message that transcends cultures and generations.
John Muratori Ministries is reaching into the nations andMoney by Design is becoming the foremost biblical economics curriculum being used in churches, colleges, and governments around the world today. With strong prophetic and leadership gifts, combined with nearly two decades of ministry, John is developing the next generation of leaders through the Jesus Leadership Mandate.
John’s marketing and consulting firm, City Ink, serves churches, corporations, and small businesses implementing effective organizational management, strategic planning, social media marketing, and brand consulting. John has advised numerous agencies including the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security and the Dept. of Mental Health.
Dr. Muratori is the Executive Director of Turning Point Christian Center, a nationally acclaimed faith-based, substance abuse rehabilitation program in Connecticut. Its high success rate and cutting-edge recovery and vocational training set the standard for programs of this type.
Over 20 years ago, John spent two years studying under a Rabbi, which has marked his ministry and calling.John’s teachings of Hebraic truths and Torah principles have made him one of the most sought after speakers in the world with specialization in the areas of Jewish customs, code, and case law. John earned his Doctorate in Christian Leadership (D.C.L) from Christian Leadership University in Buffalo, New York.
John is also the Senior Pastor of Calvary Life Family Worship Center, with locations in Cheshire, Connecticut and the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas, which is one of the few multi-site churches in the nation that has campuses in different states.
Devin Thorpe was a finance guy until he realized life wasn’t all about the money. As a new-media journalist and founder of the Your Mark on the World Center, Devin has established himself as a champion of social good. As a Forbes contributor, with 350 bylines and over one million unique visitors, he has become a recognized name in the social impact arena. His YouTube show, featuring over 600 celebrities, CEOs, billionaires, entrepreneurs and others who are out to change the world, has been viewed over 200,000 times, giving him a recognizable face as well.
Previously, Devin served as the CFO of the third largest company on the 2009 Inc. 500 list. He also founded and led an NASD-registered investment bank. After completing a degree in finance at the University of Utah, he earned an MBA from Cornell University.
Having lived on three continents and visited over 30 countries on six continents and with guests from around the world on his show, Devin brings a global perspective to audiences around the world–from the UN to Nepal–empowering them to do more good and make their mark on the world. These lessons also enable them to change their personal lives and to drive positive change within their organizations. His books provide roadmaps to audiences on how to use money for good. His books have been read nearly 1 million times!
Jeffrey Lestz grew up in Chicago Illinois USA in a jewish family. He was orphaned at age 7 and spent time in orphanages and foster homes. At 12 years old he ran away and lived on the streets of Chicago. Troubled and alone his life dramatically turned around when at 15 he met Jesus as his Messiah.
Jeff had a couple of mentors that took him under their wings and as he began to study the old and New Testament Jeff began to uncover truths from ancient Jewish wisdom and discovered how to tap into God’s covenantal promises of blessings. Whilst Jeff was on this journey to uncover the'mysteries of money ' he made a promise that if he ever got hold of these truths he would dedicate his life to teaching others the same principles.
Jeff has built successful businesses in the USA and UK and is the CO-CEO of Genistar Ltd. - A London based financial education and financial services firm. Their mission is to help families become debt free and financially independent. Jeff has also been involved in assisting Pastors and churches to uncover both the biblical and practical keys to good financial stewardship.
Jeff serves on the board of Directors for London Hillsong which is also his local church.
Stuart Murray Williams spent 12 years as an urban church planter in East London and has continued to be involved in church planting as a trainer, mentor, writer, strategist and consultant. For 9 years he was Oasis Director of Church Planting and Evangelism at Spurgeon’s College, London. Since then, under the auspices of the Anabaptist Network, he has worked as a trainer and consultant, with particular interest in urban mission, church planting and emerging forms of church. He is the founder of Urban Expression. He has written books on church planting, urban mission, emerging church, the challenge of post-Christendom and the Anabaptist tradition.
As the Founder of Maximum Potential Academy, Dr. Jevonnah Ellison is known as one of the most sought after Leadership Coaches on understanding your unique purpose and taking bold action. She equips high potential women & men with clarity and confidence to begin their entrepreneurial journey and walk in their authentic purpose. She is known for creating profitable VIP Days, Deep-Dive VIP Days and exclusive one-on-one coaching programs that get her clients from around the globe massive results. With over 18 years of coaching experience, formally and informally, Lady J is well-equipped to help you experience massive success.
Affectionately known to many as Lady J, Jevonnah Ellison is a saved, spirit-filled woman - approved, appointed and anointed by God. She was saved and filled with the Holy Ghost in her living room at age 11, with her godly, praying mother by her side. God has generously bestowed upon her the gifts of grace elegance, humility and compassion. Her mind is sharp, her ideas are smart and widely implemented, and her heart is full of love for God’s people.
David has planted and pastored four churches in the UK, and is the author and developer of the the popular Spirit filled online Bible School, The Spirit Life BIble School. Together with his wife, Larna, he works across denominations, breaking down barriers and bringing fresh life and revelation from the eternal Word of God. Many people say that his teaching brings age old truths alive with immediate relevance, propelling people to new levels of effectiveness and into deeper relationship with the Godhead.
As an ordained minister and a missionary teacher he has travelled to many nations, bringing a white hot message of God's grace and prayer to multitudes of souls. As well as the Bible school, David is the author of over 20 books. David has several websites and blogs that he uses to share his knowledge with the world, covering everything from prayer, Jesus Christ and the Bible, to entrepreneurship and ethical value centred internet marketing.
Alexander Strauch was raised in New Jersey and converted to Christ at a Bible camp in New York State. He received his undergraduate degree from Colorado Christian University and went on to earn his Master's in Divinity degree from Denver Seminary.
For over forty years he has served as an elder at Littleton Bible Chapel near Denver, Colorado. He has taught philosophy and New Testament literature at Colorado Christian University and is a keynote speaker each year at Emmaus Bible College’s Iron Sharpens Iron conference. A gifted Bible teacher and speaker, Mr. Strauch has taught in more than 25 countries and has helped thousands of churches worldwide through his expository writing ministry.
With more than 200,000 copies in print, Alexander is best known as the author of Biblical Eldership, which has been translated into more than 20 languages. His books are available through Lewis and Roth Publishers. Mr. Strauch and his wife, Marilyn, reside in Littleton, Colorado, near their four adult daughters and eight grandchildren.
Pastor Jason Alexander is the Executive Pastor of Audacious Church in Manchester.