Keynote Speakers
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Julie Thomas
Julie is the Founder of The Madness of Motherhood, and is driven by a deep desire for moms to know and experience the life-changing love of Jesus in their own lives. She is a pastor’s wife and her husband, Joel, serves as the Lead Pastor of Harbor Church. They have four children, both adopted and biological, and are so grateful to call Colorado home.
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Kayla Maxey
Kayla loves serving as the Family Life Pastor at Harbor Church, where she is passionate about supporting children and families, meeting them where they are in their unique journeys. She is married to Cole and is the proud mom of Georgia, Wyatt, and Levi. Kayla finds joy in spending time with her dog, Hamilton Porter, and creating perfectly imperfect pottery in her free time.
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Lisa Williams
Lisa is the proud mom of two wonderful teenage sons, JD and Jesse. With 34 years of experience in Christian radio, Lisa now coaches on-air talent for 17 music stations. She also hosts weekday mornings on 88.7 The Cross in Monroe, Louisiana, and weekday middays on Hope 106.3 in Melbourne, Florida. Lisa is passionate about helping others come to Jesus and find rest for their souls.
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Natalie Twedell
Natalie is married to Matt and is mom to three children: Caeden, a college student; Ethan, a high schooler; and Rylen, their spunky 10-year-old daughter. She teaches cycle and fitness classes and serves as a peer mentor for military widows. Having experienced the loss of her first husband at a young age, Natalie has seen firsthand how Jesus brings hope and healing, and she loves Him deeply as the God who redeems even in the hardest moments.
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Samantha Carey
Samantha is mom to three young girls and has been married to her husband, Patrick, for ten years. She serves as the Colorado Development Assistant at GenerateHope, supporting women who are survivors of sex trafficking. Samantha also leads the Moms Group at Redemption City Church and is passionate about empowering moms to impact generations and nations for Jesus.
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Joy Summers (Emcee)
Joy, from Nashville, Tennessee, is the Midday Show Host at WayFM and can be heard weekdays on 101.9 Denver’s WayFM. She’s a pastor’s wife, mom to two little ones, and secretly dreams of being a Disney Princess. Joy loves speaking honestly about life’s struggles and relationships, believing faith is a journey where we learn and grow together.
Panel Speakers
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Allie Hood
Allie, originally from Tennessee, has called Denver home for three years. A career-driven professional, she is passionate about youth ministry and loves mentoring and investing in the next generation. She serves alongside her husband, Stone, Harbor’s Youth Pastor. In her free time, Allie enjoys exploring the outdoors, hosting friends, and cuddling with her two cats.
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Jes Olson
Jes lives in Boise, Idaho, with her husband, Kyle, and their five children, ages 4 to 13. She has been homeschooling for nine years and directs her local classical homeschool community. Jes loves managing the chaos of family life, connecting with others, and dreaming of creating music videos for her many parody songs.
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Jessie Tanguma
Jessie is married to her high school sweetheart, Jeremy, and is mom to three amazing kids: Josiah, a college student; Lucia, a high school senior; and Hazel, a 4th grader. With 20 years in education, she currently works as a 4th Grade Teacher and also serves as a Deacon at Harbor Church. Jessie loves Disney World, the beach, and finding joy in every adventure.