Eight Principles Voices

David is a national speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He combines his legal and business experience to produce game changing results for clients by thinking outside the box and using his experience and creativity to maximize results regarding client’s life insurance policies. He earned the title. The” life insurance doctor” from a  prominent tax and estate attorney he collaborates with. David has...

With background in developing creative concepts and design thinking, Izzy helps nonprofits and startups articulate their vision, define their identity, and engage with donors, stakeholders and other audiences through engagement strategy, creative writing, and dynamic presentations. His current work as the CEO of HiRaiser, a SaaS platform that empowers nonprofits to streamline and revolutionize the...

Kimberly Deugan came to Advocates Against Family Violence, Inc., (AAFV) as a survivor, wanting to make a difference in the lives of others. She has passionately served the past 15 years as volunteer, Housing Coordinator and currently, as Executive Director. Kimberly takes a vision and makes it a reality through sound strategic development and inspirational leadership, fulfilling the mission of AAF...

Rose Maruru is the co-founder and CEO of EPIC-Africa. She is a seasoned global development expert with close to 30 years of experience. Rose has held several management and leadership roles in various organizations across the world. She served as the Director for Operations at Trust Africa, Senegal, a Partnership Advisor at Oxfam International, UK, a Civil Society Engagement Consultant at the Afri...

Tim Kachuriak is the founder and Chief Innovation and Optimization Officer for NextAfter, a fundraising research lab and consulting firm that works with businesses, nonprofits, and NGOs to help them grow their resource capacity. A nonprofit thought leader, Kachuriak is the author of the book Optimize Your Fundraising, lead researcher and co-author of the Online Fundraising Scorecard , Why Should I...

Ranjeeb Sarma is an ESG professional, specialising in Supply Chain Social and Environmental Sustainability, and brings in more than two decades of experience in creation and Implementation of Socio-Economic impact Programmes especially related to Health and Gender Intersectionality. Having worked in both corporate and social sector helps him bring in a unique perspective in terms of identifying an...

Bekah is a coach's wife to Danny, and mom to two boys, Titus and Ely, both affected by CLN2, a rare genetic disease. She is a speaker, and author of Can't Steal My Joy, and the Executive Director of CASA of Southwest Idaho, an organization that advocates for children who have been abused and neglected and are in foster care. She is passionate about bringing light and hope to dark and bro...

Mike Krause is the Chief Coaching & Consulting Officer with Global Bound LLC, working with nonprofit leaders, their talent, and boards to harness mental performance hurdles in order to enhance psychological wellbeing in-and-out of the workplace. Global Bound’s approach emphasizes the importance of understanding our wellbeing indicators and the foundational needs necessary to cultivate an engag...

After a multifaceted career as a Peace Corps Volunteer, travel writer, and international recruiter, Katherine moved back to her childhood home of Hawaiʻi to cofound the nonprofit, Honolulu Biennial Foundation (HBF; now called Hawaiʻi Contemporary), which she helped build to become Hawaii’s largest contemporary art festival. As the Executive Director of HBF, she was responsible for all daily operat...

Dr. Scott Smith was born and currently resides in Blackfoot, Idaho.  He furthered his education with a Bachelors degree from Brigham Young University – Idaho and a second Bachelors degree from Logan University in Saint Louis, Missouri.  He finished school with a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree and a Masters Degree in Sports Science and Rehabilitation in 2013.  He left private practice in 2017 to bec...

Sonia Marie Reed, a resilient native of the East Bay, has conquered countless hurdles in her remarkable journey. As a mother of three and a grandmother of six, Sonia's path has been marked by the challenges of homelessness, substance abuse, and domestic violence. However, her life took a positive turn when she discovered the path to recovery while serving time in prison. Upon her release, Son...

Jon DeLange is an nonprofit fundraising and marketing professional who has worked with over 50 Christian organizations around the world. He leads a nationwide direct mail program and digital supporter strategy for Summit Ministries , as well as building relational trust with several dozen of the organization's largest donors. During his tenure, Summit has doubled their number of active donors...

John D. Wood, Esq., is an attorney, author, educator, entrepreneur and philanthropist. John earned his juris doctorate from New York University School of Law, one of the top ten law schools in the world, and his bachelors degrees in English and Philosophy from Texas Christian University where he graduated summa cum laude. Wood is licensed to practice law in New York and Texas. He is Partner of the...

Sam is the Founder and Chairman of Falling Forward Foundation which makes grants to pay for continued outpatient rehabilitation after insurance benefits run out. Sam saw the need for such support and launched the Foundation after his own rehab experience.    In 2011, Sam suffered a spinal cord injury that resulted from an accident while on vacation in Italy.  Sam was paralyzed from the waist down...

James Staton Jr. is the Founding Partner of TopFlight Foundation, a nonprofit organization. Prior to founding TopFlight Foundation, James has worked in eight industries including automotive, steel, construction, power transmission, printing manufacturing, telecommunications, computers, and material handling. James has served on boards of several nonprofits.  TopFlight Foundation focuses on being c...

Known as the “ Ambassador of JOY ,” Barry Shore is the Founder of EinsteinCares.com , whose Mission is to Give $1 Billion dollars to Charity without costing any Giver a penny. Barryis a Mental Wellness Activist due to his recovery from being a quadriplegic. He is also a philanthropist, multi-patent holding entrepreneur, speaker, author, podcaster, and now swims 2 miles per day. 6 days per week. Af...

Tami Heim has been the president and CEO of Christian Leadership Alliance since January 2012. Her professional career includes executive leadership experience in technology, marketing, publishing, and retail. She has served as a partner in The A Group – Brand Development, executive vice president and chief publishing officer for Thomas Nelson Publishers, and as the president of Borders, Inc. Tami...

Gavin Findlay is the CEO of the New Zealand Food Network and brings with him a diverse professional background spanning the travel, aviation, business, and logistics sectors. As a former Officer in the Royal Air Force (based in the UK), Gavin gained firsthand experience working with vulnerable communities worldwide. This global exposure continues to inspire Gavin's unwavering commitment to ma...

Robert Tunmire has more than 44 years of experience in the franchising industry and is widely known for his ability to grow companies. He served as Executive Vice President of Neighborly (formerly The Dwyer Group) and for seven years he was the President of Glass Doctor, a  30-year old company. He also served as President and CEO of Neighborly/The Dwyer Group and President of Mr. Rooter Corporatio...

Abhishek Thakore is a serial social entrepreneur and a systems change expert with over two decades of experience. As the founder of The Blue Ribbon Movement he has created an ecosystem of initiatives aimed at building youth leadership, civic engagement and thriving cultures across the social sector. An MBA from IIM Bangalore and a Senior Fellow of Bhoomi College, he uses his diverse expertise for...

Traver Boehm is the author of the books “ Today I Rise ” and “ Man UNcivilized “. He’s a two-time TEDx speaker, men’s coach, and the founder of the UNcivilized Men’s Movement . He’s helped men all over the world to become UNcivilized as they wake up to the power of their hearts, the brilliance of their bodies, and the wisdom of their souls so they can blaze their own path by uniquely blending both...

Barbra brings a diverse background, having worked with charities, local authorities, private start-ups, global corporates, and government agencies. Transitioning into a professional executive coach and trainer, she now collaborates with non-profit CEOs, their boards, and leadership teams to enhance individual and team performance. Barbra has devoted her career to influencing, persuading, and impro...

Anthony is an Aboriginal man (Taungurung), who is the CEO of Aboriginal-led charity Ganbina, which runs Australia’s most successful Aboriginal school-to-work transition program called Jobs4U2. Anthony has been Ganbina’s CEO since 2013. Anthony’s career spans over 30 years working in recruitment, training, operations, and community services in both the private and government sectors. He is a past m...

Ruth has over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector, working with and raising millions for, C3, C4, and PAC organizations in areas from international water access, sanitation, and hygiene, to progressive policy, specifically focused on finding ways to advance organizational missions through philanthropy. Ruth is a passionate relationship-builder and brings that philosophy to her fundraisi...

Michael Ryer, President and CEO of Amigos Internacionales, is a seasoned veteran in the realm of ministry, carrying a rich tapestry of 43 years’ experience into his leadership. His ministerial journey began in the pews of Boyd Baptist Church in Bonham, Texas, where he cut his teeth as a Music/Youth Minister. Ryer’s portfolio of service across North and East Texas is diverse, having assumed roles i...