Meet Our Keynote Speakers
Deborah Smith Pegues
Deborah Smith Pegues is a bestselling author, global inspirational speaker, CPA/MBA, certified John Maxwell Leadership Coach, and Bible teacher. She has written 18 transformative, traditionally published faith-based books, including the platinum award winning 30 Days to Taming Your Tongue (over 1.5 million sold in six languages). She has sold over 2.5 million books worldwide. A former Southern maid, Deborah is now a frequent guest on various TV, radio, podcast, and other major platforms. During 2018-2019, she hosted the popular show, WINNING WITH DEBORAH, on the TBN Salsa Network. A former MCA/Universal Studios, Inc. VP, Deborah is an astute businesswoman and has played the key role in several news making transactions including developing the financial projections for the startup of the wildly successful Magic Johnson Theater Chain. She and her husband, Darnell, live in Southern California and have been married for 43 years. An eternal optimist, Deborah’s life motto is: “Everything works together for my good; I’m never a victim!”
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Brenda Crouch
Brenda Crouch has an inspiring story of overcoming the crippling lies of abuse and shame. Her powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness and Grace is good news to a hurting world. She is a dynamic speaker, singer and author, whose heart-piercing message confronts the real issues keeping people from fulfilling their Divine purpose. Brenda and her husband, American Christian Broadcaster & Film Producer, Paul Crouch Jr. work together sharing the Gospel through media as consultants and producers. They are the Co-Hosts of “Break Point” TV unpacking complex issues of spiritual, mental & physical health. Brenda’s book FIGHT FORWARD tackles the issues of identity wounds equipping readers to overcome through restored authority in Jesus Christ and her video podcast, “Inside Voice” features inspirational conversations with a variety of notable guests.
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Heather Spinks
Heather Spinks is a Texas native now settled in the midwest where she and her husband serve at their local church as the Young Adult team leads. Heather is the founder of Clarity Collective, a women's podcast focused on creating conversations that help women see clearly in their callings, identities and relationship with Jesus. She is also an aspiring fashion editor and has written for magazines such as Dallas Style & Design and Cincinnati Magazine. You can read more of Heather's work and listen to her podcast at her website.
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