Leadership

Pirooz Abir is an accomplished entrepreneur, senior executive, and consultant with more than twenty-seven years of success within the information technology industry. He is the chief executive officer and co-founder of LiquidInvoice, LLC as well as president and founder of Abir Enterprises, Inc. He has extensive experience working within the information technology sectors of banking and finance, brokerage, healthcare, legal, and manufacturing. Mr. Abir’s comprehensive background includes the provision of consultancy and advisory services to organizations of all sizes, from startup businesses to multi-million-dollar corporations.

Mr. Amick is the owner and operator of Amick Appliance and Service Center, providing appliances for all major United States manufacturers. He is also an elder at First Christian Church in Scottsburg, Indiana. Terry studied Bible Theology at Crown Bible College. Mr. Amick is currently the mayor of Scottsburg, Indiana and has led them in the development of technology, public services, and profitability.

Dr. Averbeck is a graduate of Grace Theological Seminary and Dropsie College, where he earned his PhD in Ancient Near Eastern studies. He earned an additional MA in counseling, taught at Dallas Theological Seminary, and recently retired from teaching Old Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School for almost 30 years.

Dr. Bock is a professor of New Testament at Dallas Theological Seminary and directs the Center for Cultural Engagement at the Hendricks Leadership Center. He is the author of more than forty books, was president of the Evangelical Theological Society (ETS), and is passionate about his wife Sally, his grandchildren, and the Houston Astros.

Mr. Elam is the current Special Ambassador for Bible Translation for Seed Company. He is a public speaker and author of four novels. Jason played in the NFL for seventeen years as a placekicker—fifteen for the Denver Broncos and two for the Atlanta Falcons. He has a master’s degree in biblical and theological studies from Arlington Baptist College and studied Apologetics in Oxford at the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics.

Ryan has served with Chosen People Ministries since 2004 and is currently the Midwest Regional Director and Chicago branch leader for Chosen People Ministries. Ryan has a BA in Bible from Philadelphia Biblical University and a Master of Arts in Bible from Capitol Bible Seminary and is currently a candidate for a PhD in leadership studies at Anderson University.

Mr. McHugh is a former United States Navy Nuclear Submarine Officer. He has held various leadership positions in finance, business development, and program management. He has a Bachelor of Science in Optical Engineering from the University of Rochester and an Executive Master of Business Administration from the University of New Haven.

Barbara served for almost 30 years with GuideStone Financial Services where she oversaw the relationship management teams assisting ministries and participants with their retirement planning and investment needs. She retired in 2016 as the Managing Director of Relationship Management.

In addition to her service at GuideStone, Barbara worked with the Union of Messianic Jewish Congregations (UMJC) Steering Committee, Chevra USA Board of Directors, and the Dallas chapter of the Christian Management Association.

Barbara earned her Bachelor of Arts and Science from Dallas Baptist University with a focus on management and marketing, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Barbara and her husband, Marshall, have four children and ten grandchildren. They have been members of First Baptist Church in Dallas since 1980.

Ron loves strategically connecting people and serving those in need around the world. He is passionate about the practical application of biblical principles in every area and stage of life, and regularly speaks at colleges and conferences on these topics. Ron has been married to his wife, Roxann, since 1973. They have three sons and are the proud grandparents of five granddaughters and three grandsons. Ron founded Regency Enterprises, now Regency Supply, in 1981 and served as CEO for 35+ years. He is currently the Co-Chairman of the Board of Directors for Regency Supply, and also serves on the Board of Directors for Q4 Impact, Joni & Friends, His Hands on Africa, Chosen People Ministries, and Rividia. Ron has traveled extensively throughout the world and loves music, biking, golf, reading, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Mr. Schiller is special counsel with international law firm, Baker Botts, LLP, in the Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice Group. David is the founder and spiritual leader/rabbi of Eitz Chaim Congregation, a Messianic Synagogue in Dallas, Texas, and formerly a regional director and Judicial Board Member of the Union of Messianic Jewish Congregations (UMJC). He is also on the steering committee of the International Association of Messianic Congregations and Synagogues.

Mr. Spiegelman served as senior manager and vice president at KPMG LLP and the Charles Schwab Center for Financial Research, respectively, providing personal financial planning advice to individuals, groups, and institutions. He has authored numerous articles, webcasts, and research papers on topics including income and estate tax planning, portfolio construction, retirement planning, and charitable giving. Rande has been widely quoted and cited by the financial media and academia. He has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from San Francisco State University, magna cum laude, and holds both Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner designations.