Lionel serves as the Mission Theologian for Global Action with a special focus on writing and teaching in the areas of theology and world Christianity. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Stirling (Scotland) where he did his research on the history of Global...
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Rich Smith serves as Global Action’s Chief Financial Officer. Having worked in executive roles in Internal Audit, Human Resources, Claims, and Operations, Rich has 30 years of extensive experience in strategic and operational planning, coaching, CEO and board-level reporting, and performance improvement. Rich and his...
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Buhe Mativenga serves as Director of Africa with Global Action. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Theology, as well as diplomas in Business Skills, Marketing, and Public Relations. She is currently working towards an MA in Leadership in Education. Buhe lives in Harare, Zimbabwe...
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Amit Mondal serves as the Regional Director for South Asia. Originally from Kolkata, Amit graduated from Scottish Church College, which is the oldest continually operating Christian college in India. Amit is a skilled public speaker, coordinator, trainer, and networker. He is passionate about building partnerships...
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Igor Grishajev serves as the Director of Eastern Europe for Global Action. Igor came to faith as an adult and experienced radical life change. He began working as a Bible school interpreter and church worship leader for ten years as he grew in his faith....
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Yuniel Cruz serves as Director of the Caribbean for Global Action. Yuniel is an ordained minister with a degree in Sacred Theology from the Evangelical Methodist Seminary. He served as a pastor in the Caribbean for 10 years, during which time he also planted a...
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Bailey Bada serves as the Director of Operations and Strategy for Global Action. Bailey holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Languages from Grace College and a Certificate in English-Spanish Translation from New York University. She is currently pursuing an MA in Intercultural Studies from Fuller...
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Rick Thompson is a fourth-generation pastor of a vibrant church in Oklahoma City. His church is well known for its work in the surrounding community and in global missions, as well as its long history of training pastors and leaders. Rick has authored six books,...
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