Barbie Armenta is the founder/visionary of Brave:1 and The Brave Gathering. Jesus radically changed her life with His love, and it is her desire for you to know Him too.

Barbie is married to the man of her dreams, Richard Armenta, and together they have an amazing, blended family of 14 and growing. She and Richard wrote a book about it called The Right Combination – Finding love and life after divorce.

Barbie is passionate about inspiring women elevate their life, business, and relationships.

Sara Chapple is an author and speaker who has worked in full-time ministry for nearly 20 years. She is married to the love of her life, Paul, and their blended bunch consists of 3 amazing teenagers, Caleb, Riley, and Remi, and one fluffy Bichon, London. Sara and her family live in the Dallas, Texas area where they are actively involved in their church. Sara loves working with other communicators as a writing and speaking coach. When she’s not working you can find Sara curled up with a cup of hot tea and a good book.

Be sure to check out Sara’s new book, Journey to Joy!

God has taken Sherry on a journey that has shown her just how exciting life can be with Him. She uses her unique, God-given gifts to help others see that truth as well. Be it child, young adult or “seasoned” adult, she enjoys sharing Him in creative, heart-opening ways.

Patti’s passion for parents maintaining a strong and life-giving relationship throughout the transitional years into young adulthood is a strong one. Her compassion, creativity, and high capacity encourages others toward action and growth for their own development. Patti’s aspiration for Face to Face: Smart Conversations with Yourself, Your Teenager, and your Young Adult. is to create an opportunity for parents to be intentional and courageous through conversation to discover the God-given greatness within each of their children. Patti and her husband Frank of the Frank, Starlene, and Hudson morning show (KLTY radio 94.9) reside in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and have been married for almost 30 years. They have two beautiful adult children, Ryan, who has a career in real estate, and Hope who is pursuing her acting dreams in New York City.

Saying "yes" to God has taken Lindsey into many different aspects of ministry for over 15 years. From leading a prayer ministry at her church, to working in television, to helping fight underage trafficking, her heart is to see Christians walking in the wholeness, authority and power that God has given them. She currently uses her English degree in her work as a freelance writer and voice-over artist, while continuing to serve in her local church. Lindsey lives in Fort Worth, Texas with her best friend and husband Jake and their miracle son, Nico.

Elizabeth Clark Hoverman lives in Fort Worth, TX with her husband Thomas J and six children. She is currently the Worship Arts Consultant for a thriving downtown church, City Life Church. Since she was 16, she has been involved in worship ministry in one way or another. An exceptional singer and piano player, she has sung and played her music in countless churches and events as well as held executive worship positions at many churches. At a very young age Elizabeth starting writing songs, and continues to do so today. Her most popular song, ‘When I Speak Your Name’ has been sung all over the world and recorded by churches such as Gateway and Prestonwood Baptist. Her latest song, ‘Time To Live’, is available on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever music is downloaded. It is a powerful song for those that have felt defeated or without hope. The victory has already been won, so it’s time to live!