Connect21 Speakers

Andy Crouch is partner for theology and culture at Praxis, an organization that works as a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship. His two most recent books—2017’s The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper Place and 2016’s Strong and Weak: Embracing a Life of…

Gabe Lyons is the co-author of Good Faith (2016), unChristian (2007) and authored The Next Christians (2010), as a manifesto for how Christians can faithfully lead in a changing culture. He is the founder of Q, a learning community of Christian leaders where they are equipped to engage our cultural

Rebekah Lyons is an author, blogger, and speaker. She uses her personal experience in dealing with anxiety, depression, and consumer impulses to help other women seek God and his plan for their lives. She is the author Freefall to Fly: A Breathtaking Journey Toward a Life of Meaning, and You

Sheridan is a writer, speaker and broadcaster, and a presenter of Pause for Thought on BBC Radio 2, heard by 9 million people daily. He has been featured in numerous other media, including BBC Breakfast, BBC News, Day of Discovery, CBC Canada’s Tapestry, as well as publications like The

Propaganda is a poet, political activist, husband, father, academic and emcee. With LA flowing through his veins and armed with a bold message, Propaganda has assembled a body of work that challenges and guides. Propaganda’s ideas stem from where he sits at the intersection. He sees cultures cross a…

Background: Batchelor of Fine Art and Design from Monash Uni. Worked as a Ranger with Little Penguins on the Victorian Coastline, 4wd tour guide in the Kimberley’s, Outdoor Adventure Activity Business owner since 2006. Married with 3 kids. Written for the Spectator. Appeared on the panel for ABC…

Serving members and Christians in media & the arts through advocacy, empowering creativity, unity and excellence; to see the hope of Jesus communicated to Australia & beyond.

Father Abdelmalek migrated with his young family from Egypt to Sydney, NSW in 1994. He was ordained a priest for Perth, WA in 1996 and was later promoted to Senior Priest in 2016. He has more than 40 years of professional experience in many fields, including the Oil and Gas

Serving members and Christians in media & the arts through advocacy, empowering creativity, unity and excellence; to see the hope of Jesus communicated to Australia & beyond.

Serving members and Christians in media & the arts through advocacy, empowering creativity, unity and excellence; to see the hope of Jesus communicated to Australia & beyond.

Serving members and Christians in media & the arts through advocacy, empowering creativity, unity and excellence; to see the hope of Jesus communicated to Australia & beyond.

Pastor William Dumas is the Senior Minister of Ganggalah Church and CEO of Ganggalah Training Centre, and Ganggalah Aboriginal Arts, based in the beautiful Tweed Heads region of Northern NSW. He is also the Chairman of the Australian Christian Churches National Indigenous Initiative. He has been a …

Jane draws on over 25 years’ experience in high impact roles focused on social change and sustainable development. She possesses a unique blend of senior executive / CEO / Board and leadership development experience across strategic and operational management. As a proven global leader at the most …

Stuart Cranney holds a Bachelor Degree in Communications, training as a journalist and strategic communications practitioner. He commenced his career in broadcast journalism before taking up a full-time position with UK-based charity, CV Global. Stuart is the Director for CV Asia Pacific based in Au…

A little about who I am … I was a TV sports reporter in Australia before moving to the US with my family to go into full-time ministry. In 2008 I became one of the first online pastors in the world. I have grown and led online communities of more than

Monica Doumit is the Director of Public Affairs and Engagement for the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney, engaging in policy and communications for issues such as abortion, euthanasia, marriage and religious freedom. She is an adjunct senior lecturer in law at the University of Notre Dame Australia a…

Mike started his career in 2000, working for Austereo in Australia, while he enjoyed Radio, he quickly moved into the world of video which had been a lifelong passion. Mike has always been an entrepreneur, founding and failing fast at many businesses throughout the years. He has a ‘get scrappy’

David Robertson is a Scottish pastor who was for 27 years the minister of St Peter’s Free Church in Dundee (the church of Robert Murray McCheyne). He has been involved in evangelism and outreach throughout Scotland, the UK and Europe. He is the author of The Dawkins Letters, Magnificent

Reverend Kiran Skariah has always been passionate about reaching the next generation in new and innovative ways. His passion for keeping up with the heartbeat of youth culture as well as his drive to share the gospel would ultimately culminate in the creation of the PastorSKAR LiveStream - essential…

Katherine is the chief executive officer of Fundraising Institute Australia (FIA), the largest representative body for the $10.5 billion charitable fundraising sector. FIA’s mission is to advance professional, ethical and best practice fundraising in Australia through a self-regulatory Code, profess…

Ashley Fell is a social researcher, author, TEDx speaker and Director of Advisory at McCrindle. From her experience in managing media relations, social media platforms and content creation, Ashley advises on how to achieve cut through in message-saturated times. She is an expert in how to communicat…

Serving members and Christians in media & the arts through advocacy, empowering creativity, unity and excellence; to see the hope of Jesus communicated to Australia & beyond.

CEO of Mission Australia As a qualified social worker with an extensive background in community services, James is client-focussed and passionate about transforming the lives of Australians in need. He joined Mission Australia in 2010 as National Manager Community Services Operations Support and wa…