Lisa Pearce is Interim CEO of Open Doors US. Pearce began her career in business development working for Reuters and Virgin Media before joining Open Doors. She previously served as CEO and Board Memb...

Lisa Pearce is Interim CEO of Open Doors US. Pearce began her career in business development working for Reuters and Virgin Media before joining Open Doors. She previously served as CEO and Board Member of Open Doors UK and Ireland before moving into leadership with the global team to serve as Chief Development and Advocacy Officer. In that role, Pearce traveled extensively to volatile regions, including Sudan’s Nuba Mountains at the height of the region’s violence, to encourage and support persecuted Christians. She also met with UK prime ministers and leaders to advocate for persecuted Christians worldwide, particularly raising the visibility and voices of persecuted women. Under Pearce’s leadership, Open Doors US partners closely with Open Doors International, the world’s largest network serving the persecuted church. Open Doors US will continue to strengthen its support for persecuted Christians globally, including through the annual World Watch List, which unveils seismic changes in religious freedom conditions worldwide.

Lisa Saruga is a licensed professional counselor, EMDR trauma therapist, speaker, and author. She’s certified as a legal and ethical specialist by the American School Counselor Association. Lisa’s adv...

Lisa Saruga is a licensed professional counselor, EMDR trauma therapist, speaker, and author. She’s certified as a legal and ethical specialist by the American School Counselor Association. Lisa’s advocacy extends to legislative efforts for survivor justice and her impactful contributions as a writer, notably in Carolyn B. Stone’s Ethics and Law: School Counseling Principles. Her debut book, The Trauma Tree, signifies a new chapter in her commitment to empowering others, marking her as a prominent voice in the field.

A Governor appointee, Livia Liu Francis has been practicing criminal law for the past 23 years. Her career started at the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office where she rose through the ranks pro...

A Governor appointee, Livia Liu Francis has been practicing criminal law for the past 23 years. Her career started at the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office where she rose through the ranks prosecuting some of the worst offenders accused of crimes such as child abuse, sexual assault, aggravated robberies and murder. In 2005, Judge Francis was appointed by then Governor Perry to preside over Criminal District Court #7. During her tenure on this bench she presided over hundreds of felony cases. Judge Francis returned to the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office as an Administrative Chief in charge of training new prosecutors. Judge Francis trained over 200 attorneys for the District Attorney’s Office before leaving the office to go into private practice. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska and raised in Dallas, Texas, Judge Francis is the daughter of Charles and Catherine Liu. She is the oldest of four children. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, Judge Francis enjoys spending time with her nieces and nephews and traveling with her husband, Judge Robert Francis. A classically trained pianist and singer, Judge Francis is an avid reader and loves musical theatre.

StoryLight Productions was founded by Lonnie Norris in 2019 with a mission to tell stories that challenge, inspire, and glorify God. With years of experience in global missions, Lonnie launched StoryL...

StoryLight Productions was founded by Lonnie Norris in 2019 with a mission to tell stories that challenge, inspire, and glorify God. With years of experience in global missions, Lonnie launched StoryLight to share impactful stories from around the world. The company is dedicated to producing high-quality films that engage a broad audience, aiming to spark thought, inspire action, and connect with viewers on a meaningful level.

Lora is director of the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation. She has over 26 years’ experience in the immigration and homeland security arena. Ries twice worked at the De...

Lora is director of the Border Security and Immigration Center at The Heritage Foundation. She has over 26 years’ experience in the immigration and homeland security arena. Ries twice worked at the Department of Homeland Security on management and immigration policy and operations issues, most recently as the Acting Deputy Chief of Staff. She also worked in the private sector as a homeland security industry strategist and in government relations. Ries previously worked in the legislative branch as Counsel for the U.S. House of Representatives Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims. She started her career at the Department of Justice’s Board of Immigration Appeals and the Immigration and Naturalization Service. Ries’ commentary and analysis have been published and quoted in multiple print media, including The National Interest, FoxNews.com, Roll Call, and The Hill. She has done numerous radio and TV interviews, and has testified before Congress. Ries earned a law degree at Valparaiso University Law School in Indiana and was a visiting law student with the University of Houston Law Center in Mexico City, Mexico. She holds a bachelor of arts degree in international economics and cultural affairs; and Spanish from Valparaiso University; and studied Mexican history and culture as a visiting undergraduate at La Universidad de las Américas in Puebla, Mexico.

Lori earned her B.S. in Community Health Education from Texas A&M University in 1994. She began working in the field of abstinence education at the student health center where she wrote a program call...

Lori earned her B.S. in Community Health Education from Texas A&M University in 1994. She began working in the field of abstinence education at the student health center where she wrote a program called “How to Make Love without Doing It!” that was presented in college dorms. After she graduated, she was asked to write a unit text book for HealthEdco/WRS Group called “Abstinence: A Positive Choice.” In 1995, Lori took a position as prevention coordinator for the Women’s Pregnancy Center in Houston. In 1998, she co-founded a new 501(c)3 organization called Fort Bend ALERT (Abstinence Leadership, Education and Resources for Teens) which was awarded a federal Title V grant to provide abstinence education to 7 school districts. At that time, she also joined the Aim for Success speaking staff for two years. When her family relocated to the Dallas area in 2007, she worked at Aim as the Health Education Coordinator. She held several different non-profit leadership positions in the community, and then was asked to rejoin the AFS staff in May 2016. Her passion is helping young people and families be healthy – physically, mentally, emotionally, socially and spiritually. She and her husband Chris have four children.

Lori Roman, Founder and President of The Ann Children’s Fund, is an experienced chief executive with a record of successful leadership in government, non-profit, corporate, and academic sectors. He...

Lori Roman, Founder and President of The Ann Children’s Fund, is an experienced chief executive with a record of successful leadership in government, non-profit, corporate, and academic sectors. Her diverse career exemplifies her expertise in management, public policy, strategic planning, public relations, and government affairs. An accomplished speaker and writer, Lori has been featured in many major radio and television outlets, as well as magazines and newspapers. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Administration.

Lorie Medina has had an exciting and successful career, serving in both the public and private sectors. Working in the telecommunications field, she succeeded in that fast-track industry and was prom...

Lorie Medina has had an exciting and successful career, serving in both the public and private sectors. Working in the telecommunications field, she succeeded in that fast-track industry and was promoted several times while working at Sprint, Cable & Wireless, and WinStar as National Account Manager, Vice President/General Manager and finally, Vice President, Strategic Accounts. Having a love of country and a passion for positive change in people’s lives, Lorie felt called to work in the national political arena, where she has had visible and lasting impact across our nation for the past 6 years. Lorie was an early tea party leader and is nationally-recognized for her grassroots efforts. She founded numerous tea parties, trained tea party leaders across the country, and became a sought-after speaker. Lorie recruited and advised elected officials from local school board to potential presidential candidates. She has raised money for conservative candidates and causes. Harper Collins published Lorie’s first book, “Community Organizing for Conservatives.” Lorie was named runner-up Texan of the Year 2010 by Dallas Morning News and honored to receive the Liberty Award given by conservative icon, Richard Viguerie. Lorie is married with two daughters.

Lorna is director of Dugit USA. In her role, she coordinates fundraising and relationship development for Dugit Outreach Ministries, a Messianic Jewish ministry based in Tel Aviv. She organizes speaki...

Lorna is director of Dugit USA. In her role, she coordinates fundraising and relationship development for Dugit Outreach Ministries, a Messianic Jewish ministry based in Tel Aviv. She organizes speaking engagements for Avi Mizrachi, the founder of Dugit, in the U.S., including opportunities to share about his book, Legacy of Hope: Hidden Heroes from Generation to Generation. Prior to her current role, she served with Wycliffe Bible Translators. Lorna is pursuing her master’s degree in organizational leadership from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky.

Lorne has called Texas home since 2007 after pursuing a singer/songwriter career in Nashville, Tennessee. He is the President and Director of BOOK LAW FIRM, a boutique estate planning and probate firm...

Lorne has called Texas home since 2007 after pursuing a singer/songwriter career in Nashville, Tennessee. He is the President and Director of BOOK LAW FIRM, a boutique estate planning and probate firm in Carrollton, Texas. Lorne is a regular presenter on the estate planning and elder care circuit in the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex. For his efforts, Lorne has been recognized with the prestigious “Rising Star” award by Texas SuperLawyers for 2019, 2020, and 2021. Lorne also serves as Vice-President of ServingHIM - Healthcare International Ministries, headquartered in Plano, Texas. Lorne is married to his beautiful wife, Kym. Together they are the proud parents of Roman(9), Shepherd (7), Judah (5), and Chapel (1). The Books are active members of Prestonwood Baptist Church where Lorne serves as a deacon, choir member, and teacher.

Lou Ureneck is a professor of journalism at Boston University and directs the Business and Economics Journalism Program. Ureneck was a Nieman Fellow and editor-in-residence at Harvard University, the...

Lou Ureneck is a professor of journalism at Boston University and directs the Business and Economics Journalism Program. Ureneck was a Nieman Fellow and editor-in-residence at Harvard University, the deputy managing editor of the Philadelphia Inquirer, and editor and vice president of the Portland Press Herald and Maine Sunday Telegram. He is the author of Backcast, which won the National Outdoor Book Award in 2007 for literary merit, and his work has appeared in numerous publications including the New York Times, International Herald Tribune, Boston Globe, and Field & Stream. He lives in Brookline, Massachusetts.

Serving his fifth term in the United States House of Representatives, Congressman Louie Gohmert was first sworn in January 4, 2005. He proudly represents the First District of Texas which encompasses...

Serving his fifth term in the United States House of Representatives, Congressman Louie Gohmert was first sworn in January 4, 2005. He proudly represents the First District of Texas which encompasses over 12 counties stretching nearly 120 miles down the state's eastern border. Prior to being elected to serve in Congress, Louie was elected to three terms as District Judge in Smith County, Texas. He was later appointed by Texas Governor Rick Perry to complete a term as Chief Justice of the 12th Court of Appeals. Louie received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and later graduated from Baylor School of Law. He is also a veteran having served his country as Captain in the U.S. Army.