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When David was 9 years old, he was forced to flee his native homeland of Iran with his family. Leaving behind everything, they escaped to the U.S. in hopes of beginning a new life. In the years that followed, David felt isolated and sought acceptance from his peers, turning to everything imaginable to fit in. At the age of 18, David was saved and found purpose through a deep and personal relationship with Jesus Christ. One of the nation's most dynamic speakers and visionaries, David Nasser’s greatest passion is to connect people to the living God.
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From being a "problem" to an unwed teenager, Reggie is fast becoming one of the most in-demand speakers who helps teenagers meet their problems head-on and overcome them. Reggie speaks in a humorous style about choices each of them has when faced with drugs, alcohol, suicide, etc. Reggie gets in kids faces and tells them that he never smoked a cigarette, never did drugs, never drank alcohol, because he chose not to. He assures them that they can make the same kinds of choices.
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As shown on his new DVD “Tolerate This!â€, Brad is a unique comic who proves that clean and cutting edge can come in the same package —and at full speed. He's as in-your face as any modern stand-up comedian, but he never utters a curse word. He's been seen on “NBC Nightly News,†CNN’s “Paula Zahn Now,†FOX News’ “Hannity & Colmes Show ,†Tucker Carlson Show, MTV's “Half Hour Comedy Hour,†Showtime's “Comedy Club Network†and A&E's “Caroline's Comedy Hour,’ ‘Evening at the Improv,’ and ‘Comedy on the Road,’ as well as a 10 page profile in the New Yorker Magazine.
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Hunter Smith graduated from Notre Dame and went on to be drafted in the NFL by the Indianapolis Colts. Hunter is now approaching his 11th season with the Colts, providing him with a great platform to share his faith with others. Hunter, the Colt’s punter and holder, won a Super Bowl with the Colts in Super Bowl XLI in 2006. Hunter is a also a member of the band Connersvine, along with Chris Wilson, which will be performing on Friday at the main stage.
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Jason Hildebrand is a professional actor, award-winning filmmaker, and communication coach from Canada. He has performed in theatre, film and television, and continues to tour the globe with his acclaimed solo performances. His current solo performance repertoire includes: The Prodigal Trilogy, Blue Like Jazz // Live, Life of David, Herod the Great, and Himself - The Story of A.B. Simpson.
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Eric is part artist, part speaker, and all passion – this is what gives him relevance in today’s changing landscape. Speaking, painting, and performing to thousands each year Eric captivates his audiences with a communication style and live art performances that are each unique. He is sought after for his ability to present God's truth in ways that are attractive both to the church and to people who aren’t in a current relationship with Christ.
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Todd is a 7 year veteran of the NFL as quarterback for Kansas City Chiefs and Pittsburgh Steelers and in college was an academic All-American at Penn State. While with the Nittany Lions, Todd was the team’s quarterback, guiding them to a National Championship in 1983 defeating Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. Todd joined ESPN in 2006 as a color analyst for the network’s Saturday Night Primetime telecasts and continues as a broadcaster today.
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In the arena of sport, Savage serves as a “Life Coach†to more than two hundred of the National Football League’s general managers, coaches, scouts, and executives. This figure equates to approximately 1/3 of the entire leadership of the NFL. In 2001, he led a team from the Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens to Cancun, Mexico to work with local athletes and coaches in the development of the game of football and the development of their spiritual lives. Dr. Joe Savage serves as President and Founder of Winners Influence.
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The transformation of Joseph Rojas, frontman and songwriter for Seventh Day Slumber, from former felon and drug addict to redeemed follower of Jesus Christ cannot be overestimated. His miraculous conversion, which is both a fairy tale-like story and the crux of the music, mission, and ministry of this band, has now taken on an even greater, more powerful role in the lives of those in its wake: Rojas, his tale, and Seventh Day Slumber itself, have now become catalysts.
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Mark was a defensive back for the Green Bay Packers from 1980-92, after playing collegiately at West Liberty State College. During his 12 years in Green Bay, Mark was a fan favorite for his hard hitting tackles that could be felt throughout the stadium. While at Green Bay, Murphy amassed 21 interceptions, returning one for touchdown, and sacked the opposition quarterback 11 times. Mark was elected to the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in 1998. Today, he works as the assistant dean of students at St. Vincent's/St. Mary's High School in Akron and coaches on the school's football coaching staff.
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