Latter-day Profiles

Dan Davis is the founder of the video story company, Stiry. Stiry produces raw and authentic short films and documentaries about regular people doing extraordinary things for network tv, digital streaming services, and web-based video platforms. Stiry’s mission is to inspire people to discover their divine potential by changing the way they see their story.

Marshall and Michelle Moore became the new owners and co-directors of Zions Indie Film Fest in 2021, formerly the LDS Film Festival. The couple has over 45 years of combined film industry experience and they are extremely passionate about helping connect filmmakers, friends, and audiences.  Marshall is currently the VP of Operations and Marketing at Utah Film Studios in Park City, Utah which was h...

Brothers Brad ­Wilcox and Roger Wilcox worked together on the book, “Blessed Are Ye: Using the Beatitudes to Understand Christ's Atonement and Grace. The book ­examines ­possible ­connections between the Beatitudes, the first principles and ­ordinances of the gospel, and ­temple covenants.  Brad Wilcox is a professor of ancient scripture at Brigham Young University the second counselor in the...

For Ed Willis, life was one harsh blow after another. Born into generational poverty within a system that was not designed for the success of Black men, most of his options led to dead ends. But in between jail time, drug addiction, unemployment, the struggles of racism, and family strife, there were brief flashes when the light of Christ touched Ed's heart, instilling in him a desire to know...

Emmy Eaton is a 9-year-old journalist who hosts the popular online segment “7 Questions with Emmy”. Emmy has interviewed TV and movie stars, professional athletes, and church leaders. She’s also appeared on The Today Show, The Drew Barrymore Show, and other national TV programs. Emmy and her parents, Nate and Erica, share how the segment came about and some of their many experiences. Nate is the n...

Maria Eckersley is a stay-at-home mom of six by day and a sleep-deprived graphic designer by night. She has a passion for two big things, my family and my faith (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints). As much as I love my kid-filled day job, I also find a lot of mothering tasks to be a bit mundane. I tend to seek out tech, ideas, and products that make my mothering life easier. Many of...

Brooke Romney is a writer, speaker, and educator. She has been published in The Washington Post, The Deseret News, Scary Mommy, and a host of other online publications where her pieces have been read millions of times. She writes avidly on her blog and Instagram page, @brookeromneywrites, where she has created a large, vibrant community of learning and growth. https://brookeromney.com/ https://www...

Courtney Rich is a baker and cake maker whose culinary masterpieces have garnered her 180,000 Instagram followers under the cakebycourtney account. The success of her account, as well as her blog of the same name, has landed her on television shows like Good Morning Lala Land and KTLA 5 News. https://cakebycourtney.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cakebycourtney

Ganel-Lyn Condie is a popular motivational speaker—known for inspiring others with her unique honesty, authenticity, and spirit. Ganel-Lyn has experienced healing from a major chronic illness and is the mother of two miracle children. After the heart-breaking suicide of her sister, Ganel-Lyn is constantly working toward prevention. She lives with an open heart and feels passionate about sharing pr...

Jen Allen is an event management professional with over 15 years experience running large and small events, including logistics, catering, schedules, stage performances, marketing, broadcasting, design, sponsors, volunteers, and more. Allen is a hometown girl who grew up in West Jordan, Utah, a small suburb about 25 minutes southeast of Salt Lake City. When she graduated from Brigham Young Univers...

Brock Blake is the CEO and co-founder of Lendio, the nation’s leading small business finance solutions provider. Brock believes that access to capital should be simpler and quicker for small business owners, and he’s built a successful company around solving this problem. Brock leads the team that has helped business owners access more than $10B in funding. An Inc. 500 CEO, national keynote speake...

Bill Elliott is Media Director for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he works developing inspirational media content, documentaries, and short film series. He also teaches digital content creation as an adjunct professor at Ensign College.

Jon Jeppson is a retired lawyer, former mission president, stake president, and member of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square. Bonnie Jeppson has served as a stake and ward Young Women president and many other callings. Together Jon and Bonnie have endured many trials, including cancer, the loss of family members, and other challenges, all the while strengthening others with their testimonies of...