World Vision
Speakers Bureau

World Vision
Speakers Bureau
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization helping children, families, and their communities overcome poverty and injustice. The World Vision Speakers Bureau is here to help connect your audience with miraculous stories of transformation from near and far. Our speakers can address a variety of topics and tailor their message to meet your event goals.
We appreciate a minimum of 30 days advance notice for all speaking requests*. Our Speakers Bureau speakers neither charge fees nor accept personal honorariums. Those who wish may donate to World Vision and the funds will be used to partner with children and families in need.
World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization helping children, families, and their communities overcome poverty and injustice. The World Vision Speakers Bureau is here to help connect your audience with miraculous stories of transformation from near and far. Our speakers can address a variety of topics and tailor their message to meet your event goals.
We appreciate a minimum of 30 days advance notice for all speaking requests*. Our Speakers Bureau speakers neither charge fees nor accept personal honorariums. Those who wish may donate to World Vision and the funds will be used to partner with children and families in need.
Core Speakers
Edgar Sandoval
President and CEO for
World Vision U.S.
Edgar has significant for-profit and nonprofit experience in brand-building, marketplace innovation, and strategic management, along with expertise in tackling global poverty. Learn More.
Marilee Pierce Dunker
Author, advocate, and daughter of World Vision founder Bob Pierce
Marilee’s passion for the poor and for World Vision’s mission enliven her messages, which blend history and Scripture with present-day stories of our work. Learn More.
Richard Stearns
President Emeritus for World Vision U.S. and award-winning author of The Hole In Our Gospel and Unfinished
Rich is a visionary, creative corporate and nonprofit leader whose spoken and written messages have inspired thousands to consider their biblical call to serve the poor. Learn More.
Vinh Chung
World Vision former board member and Harvard-trained physician
Vinh, who was just 3 years old when his family fled Vietnam by boat, shares the inspirational story of his life and his passion for refugees today. Learn More.
Ray Norman
Author of Dangerous Love
As a development expert, Ray Norman has worked with World Vision in some of the most dangerous countries around the world. His life bears witness to a Biblical commitment to serve those living in poverty no matter the consequences. Learn More.
Christine Talbot
Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Passionate about motivating ministry and nonprofit leaders to reach their community, impact the world, and respond in times of disaster. Learn more.
Reneé Stearns
Christian author, lawyer, and
mother of five
Reneé relates experiences from her multiple trips to witness World Vision’s work, helping people “see the world from God’s perspective.” Learn More.
Keith Stewart
Dallas pastor and member of World Vision’s Ministry Advisory Council
Keith, a tireless and determined advocate for biblical justice, was the 2014 recipient of the prestigious Bridge-Builder Award from the Garland NAACP and leads a church with numerous ministries that serve disenfranchised groups. Learn More.
David K. Henriksen
CEO of Giving Company. Expert in philanthropy.
As a philanthropy expert, David demonstrates his commitment to generous living in his personal and business life. David is president and CEO of Giving Company, a global nonprofit faith-and-family media network based out of Alpharetta, Georgia, that serves millions of people worldwide. Learn more.
Edgar Sandoval
President and CEO for
World Vision U.S.
Edgar has significant for-profit and nonprofit experience in brand-building, marketplace innovation, and strategic management, along with expertise in tackling global poverty. Learn More.
Marilee Pierce Dunker
Author, advocate, and daughter of World Vision founder Bob Pierce
Marilee’s passion for the poor and for World Vision’s mission enliven her messages, which blend history and Scripture with present-day stories of our work. Learn More.
Richard Stearns
President Emeritus for World Vision U.S. and award-winning author of The Hole In Our Gospel and Unfinished
Rich is a visionary, creative corporate and nonprofit leader whose spoken and written messages have inspired thousands to consider their biblical call to serve the poor. Learn More.
Vinh Chung
World Vision former board member and Harvard-trained physician
Vinh, who was just 3 years old when his family fled Vietnam by boat, shares the inspirational story of his life and his passion for refugees today. Learn More.
Ray Norman
Author of Dangerous Love
As a development expert, Ray Norman has worked with World Vision in some of the most dangerous countries around the world. His life bears witness to a Biblical commitment to serve those living in poverty no matter the consequences. Learn More.
Christine Talbot
Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Passionate about motivating ministry and nonprofit leaders to reach their community, impact the world, and respond in times of disaster. Learn more.
Reneé Stearns
Christian author, lawyer, and
mother of five
Reneé relates experiences from her multiple trips to witness World Vision’s work, helping people “see the world from God’s perspective.” Learn More.
Keith Stewart
Dallas pastor and member of World Vision’s Ministry Advisory Council
Keith, a tireless and determined advocate for biblical justice, was the 2014 recipient of the prestigious Bridge-Builder Award from the Garland NAACP and leads a church with numerous ministries that serve disenfranchised groups. Learn More.
David K. Henriksen
CEO of Giving Company. Expert in philanthropy.
As a philanthropy expert, David demonstrates his commitment to generous living in his personal and business life. David is president and CEO of Giving Company, a global nonprofit faith-and-family media network based out of Alpharetta, Georgia, that serves millions of people worldwide. Learn more.
Edgar Sandoval
President and CEO for World Vision U.S.
Edgar has significant for-profit and nonprofit experience in brand-building, marketplace innovation, and strategic management, along with expertise in tackling global poverty. Learn More.
Marilee Pierce Dunker
Author, advocate, and daughter of World Vision founder Bob Pierce
Marilee’s passion for the poor and for World Vision’s mission enliven her messages, which blend history and Scripture with present-day stories of our work. Learn More.
Richard Stearns
President Emeritus for World Vision U.S. and award-winning author of The Hole In Our Gospel and Unfinished
Rich is a visionary, creative corporate and nonprofit leader whose spoken and written messages have inspired thousands to consider their biblical call to serve the poor. Learn More.
Vinh Chung
World Vision former board member and Harvard-trained physician
Vinh, who was just 3 years old when his family fled Vietnam by boat, shares the inspirational story of his life and his passion for refugees today. Learn More.
Ray Norman
Author of Dangerous Love
As a development expert, Ray Norman has worked with World Vision in some of the most dangerous countries around the world. His life bears witness to a Biblical commitment to serve those living in poverty no matter the consequences. Learn More.
Naomi Cramer-Overton
World Vision Advocate
Naomi is passionate about helping families live out their Christian faith, as evidenced by her most recent leadership roles at World Vision, MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) International, and Compassion International. She brings depth and wisdom to her speaking, writing, and training. Learn More.
Reneé Stearns
Christian author, lawyer, and mother
of five
Reneé relates experiences from her multiple trips to witness World Vision’s work, helping people “see the world from God’s perspective.” Learn More.
Keith Stewart
Dallas pastor and member of World Vision’s Ministry Advisory Council
Keith, a tireless and determined advocate for biblical justice, was the 2014 recipient of the prestigious Bridge-Builder Award from the Garland NAACP and leads a church with numerous ministries that serve disenfranchised groups. Learn More.
David K. Henriksen
CEO of Giving Company. Expert in philanthropy.
As a philanthropy expert, David demonstrates his commitment to generous living in his personal and business life. David is president and CEO of Giving Company, a global nonprofit faith-and-family media network based out of Alpharetta, Georgia, that serves millions of people worldwide. Learn more.
Edgar Sandoval
President and CEO for World Vision U.S.
Edgar has significant for-profit and nonprofit experience in brand-building, marketplace innovation, and strategic management, along with expertise in tackling global poverty. Learn More.
Marilee Pierce Dunker
Author, advocate, and daughter of World Vision founder Bob Pierce
Marilee’s passion for the poor and for World Vision’s mission enliven her messages, which blend history and Scripture with present-day stories of our work. Learn More.
Richard Stearns
President Emeritus for World Vision U.S. and award-winning author of The Hole In Our Gospel and Unfinished
Rich is a visionary, creative corporate and nonprofit leader whose spoken and written messages have inspired thousands to consider their biblical call to serve the poor. Learn More.
Vinh Chung
World Vision former board member and Harvard-trained physician
Vinh, who was just 3 years old when his family fled Vietnam by boat, shares the inspirational story of his life and his passion for refugees today. Learn More.
Ray Norman
Author of Dangerous Love
As a development expert, Ray Norman has worked with World Vision in some of the most dangerous countries around the world. His life bears witness to a Biblical commitment to serve those living in poverty no matter the consequences. Learn More.
Keith Stewart
Dallas pastor and member of World Vision’s Ministry Advisory Council
Keith, a tireless and determined advocate for biblical justice, was the 2014 recipient of the prestigious Bridge-Builder Award from the Garland NAACP and leads a church with numerous ministries that serve disenfranchised groups. Learn More.
Reneé Stearns
Christian author, lawyer, and
mother of five
Reneé relates experiences from her multiple trips to witness World Vision’s work, helping people “see the world from God’s perspective.” Learn More.
David K. Henriksen
CEO of Giving Company. Expert in philanthropy.
As a philanthropy expert, David demonstrates his commitment to generous living in his personal and business life. David is president and CEO of Giving Company, a global nonprofit faith-and-family media network based out of Alpharetta, Georgia, that serves millions of people worldwide. Learn more.
On Demand Speakers

Rusty Funk
Senior Director, Church and Ministry Partnerships
Expert in clean water, volunteer engagement, and inspiring American Christians to fight global poverty. Learn more.

Lauren Fisher
National Director of Public Relations
Expert in international news reporting, storytelling, and advocating for refugees and vulnerable children. Learn More.

Jose Luis Figueroa
Senior Director of Economic Development
Expert in economic empowerment, leadership, community development, and finance in Latin America and the humanitarian sector. Learn more.

Carla Hillard
Member of World Vision’s National Leadership Council
Passionate advocate for the marginalized around the world. Learn more.

Leith Anderson
President Emeritus of the National Association of Evangelicals
Expert in ministry and evangelical leadership. Learn more.

Robert G. Zachritz
World Vision’s Vice President for Advocacy and Government Relations
Expert in humanitarian advocacy, international relations, and legislation. Learn more.

Greg Allgood
World Vision’s Vice President for Water
Expert in clean water, sanitation, and hygiene. Learn More.

Lyndsey Deane Ratchford
Team World Vision West Coast Manager
Expert in volunteer engagement, global poverty activism, and clean water in development. Learn more.

Steve Reynolds
Director of Advocacy Integration
Expert in advocacy, public policy mobilization, and cause-based marketing. Learn more.

Margaret Schuler
Senior Vice President of the International Programs Group
Expert in leadership and international relief and development. Learn more.

Doug Treff
Chief Financial Officer
Expert in finance, leadership, and strategic support. Passionate about philanthropy. Learn more.
*All World Vision speakers are engaged in fulltime work/ministry in addition to speaking for World Vision.
If they are unavailable for your event we will do our best to find an appropriate alternate speaker.
**Additional speakers available upon request.
*All World Vision speakers are engaged in fulltime work/ministry in addition to speaking for World Vision.
If they are unavailable for your event we will do our best to find an appropriate alternate speaker.
**Additional speakers available upon request.