BJ Garrett and Denise Bowens
BJ Garrett and Denise Bowens serve together as co-founders of Unashamed Women’s Ministry, creating spaces through retreats, conferences, and discipleship where women can encounter the healing power of Jesus.
Denise is a Bible teacher and ministry leader known for her passionate, relatable teaching that reminds every woman that she is seen and deeply loved by Christ.
BJ is a survivor, speaker, and author who shares her story with honesty and tenderness, showing that God brings beauty from ashes.
Though their journeys are different, their message is the same: freedom is possible, healing is real, and Jesus is enough.
Carol Kent
Executive Director of Speak Up Ministries, Author, Speaker
Carol Kent is an international speaker and the author of thirtybooks that have sold over one million copies. With vulnerable openness, irrepressible hope, restored joy, and a sense of humor, she reminds us that when God writes our story, we’ll be in for the adventure of a lifetime. Her bestselling books include Speak Up with Confidence, When I Lay My Isaac Down, Becoming a Woman of Influence, and He Holds My Hand. She founded the Speak Up Conference, with speaking and writing tracks and launched the nonprofit, Speak Up for Hope. Carol has been a featured speaker at Women of Faith, Extraordinary Women, and Women of Joy arena events.
Her presentation style is warm, engaging, and filled with encouraging reminders that no matter how challenging your journey is, God does not waste our pain. It can be used as a platform to draw people to fresh faith, renewed hope, and restored joy.
Carol loves to engage with communicators who want to hone their signature keynote presentations or to summarize their content, so they’ll be prepared for media interviews and for growing their platforms. She also enjoys brainstorming about speaking topics and to coach speakers who want to develop better stage presence and delivery skills.
Katie Ashcraft
Katie Ashcraft, a worship leader and songwriter from Shreveport, Louisiana, has been passionately serving in music ministry since childhood. After singing “Shout to the Lord” in a fifth-grade talent show, she felt God’s call to lead others in worship.
A graduate of East Texas Baptist University with a Bachelor’s in Music and Worship Ministry, Katie currently serves as the worship leader at Harvest Church in West Monroe, Louisiana. Whether leading her church family or ministering on the road, her heart’s desire is to respond in praise to the God who has given her breath, blessing, and purpose—He is truly worthy of it all.
Mary R. Snyder
Mary Snyder is the speaker whisperer, storytelling coach, and go-to expert for Christian speakers and events. With over two decades of experience, she’s mastered both sides of the stage—captivating audiences with her own dynamic presence and coaching some of today’s most influential speakers to craft compelling messages that hit the mark.
Mary’s unique blend of speaker expertise and storytelling strategy makes her the ultimate guide for anyone looking to elevate their speaking game. Whether you’re fine-tuning your message or preparing for a major event, Mary’s got you covered with her signature style and proven techniques. And if you want a taste of her insights, tune in to the StorySpire Podcast, where she shares practical tips and storytelling wisdom with a sassy twist.
Sheila Stephens
Sheila Stephens is a passionate photographer who first picked up a camera in 2016 and never looked back. With a background in professional hair and makeup artistry, Sheila brings a unique blend of creativity and connection to every session she photographs.
Sheila specializes in one-on-one, intimate portrait experiences where clients can relax, express themselves, and feel truly seen. Her greatest joy comes from witnessing the moment her clients view their final galleries—when they see just how stunning, powerful, and captivating they truly are. Known for her love of creative, quirky, intense, and luxury imagery, Sheila gravitates toward clients who crave something bold, different, and deeply personal.
Whether she’s crafting dramatic portraits or celebrating the beauty in individuality, Sheila’s work is always centered on telling a story that is authentically “you".
Pam Mitchael
Pam Mitchael is a speaker and author known for her heartfelt wisdom and Spirit-led storytelling. With warmth, wit, and a few well-placed southern analogies, she shares real-life stories that reflect God’s grace—especially in the unexpected detours of life. Her words are both comforting and convicting, spoken from the perspective of a fellow sojourner who knows what it means to trust God through twists and turns.
Pam is passionate about helping women recognize their worth and identity in Christ and empowering them to step boldly into their God-given purpose.
She serves as Director of the Christian Communicators Conference, a speaker training ministry where she blends her 35 years of hospitality leadership with her calling to encourage communicators of faith.
A proud native Texan, Pam lives just down the sidewalk from her three favorite humans—the grandkids who call her “Lolly.”
From the Christian Communicators Community
“CCC is a power-packed, inspirational conference that takes networking & connections to a new level.“
– Cyndi Daves, GA – Radio Host
“At CCC you will be equipped to speak and meet forever friends. This conference is definitely worth the investment for any speaker.”
- Missy Linkletter, AZ – Author & Speaker
” As a first-timer to CCC, I not only overcame my fears, but walked away feeling refreshed, deeply loved and changed.”