Encounter Sessions

We turn big ideas into down-to-earth campaigns that spark real connections.

From strategy to storytelling, our friendly team blends data and creativity to help your brand shine without the jargon or hard sell. We listen first, plan together, and keep the process simple every step of the way. Whether you’re launching something new or leveling up what’s already working, we’re here to guide, cheer, and celebrate your wins.

Speakers

Jason Goins

With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. They set the tone for everything we do.

Birthmark Ministries Founder

David Ford

Rev. Dr. David V. Ford is an ordained elder in the Global Methodist Church of Virginia, where he serves as an evangelist. David is under episcopal appointment as an evangelist to Birthmark Ministries. David has served pastorates in Florida, Georgia, & Virginia. In his 45 years of ministry, David has started three new churches, served established churches, served as a chaplain at the University of Virginia Medical Center, and acted as a director of youth ministry. David has participated in short-term mission trips to Russia, Nicaragua, Paraguay, & Cuba. David’s published dissertation is entitled – Equipping the Saints: Best Practices in Establishing a Five-Fold Equipping Ministry Team. David has been married to Mary Lou Ford for 44 years, and God has blessed them with 3 children & 10 grandchildren..

Birthmark Ministries
Fire School Ministries

Rob McCorkle

Rob McCorkle travels the country full-time speaking and imparting kingdom truths into pastors, leaders, and congregations across denominational lines. His desire is to equip the body of Christ to sustain revival cultures that bring transformation to their communities and region. Rob and his wife Cindy are the founders of Fire School Ministries, a ministry dedicated to writing and developing resources focused on helping people remain Scripture fed and Spirit led. 

Foundations Church

Chris Thompson

Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.

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Mike Holt

Evangelist Mike Holt is the founder of Missional Church Movement, a ministry committed to empowering Pastors and the churches they lead to impact their communities for Christ. As a senior pastor for 10 years, Mike understands the vital importance of seeing Pastors and churches become healthy for the sake of the harvest they are trying to reach. His heart is to come along side of Pastors and the teams they lead to see greater health within the church, and greater impact in their communities. His preaching is marked by a spirit of revival, creativity, and humor.  Mike and his wife Carla, live in Athens, GA have three young adult children.