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Event Info

Cost:
Early-bird pricing through 4/17
$79 Members
$99 Non-Members

Regular pricing 4/18
$99 Members
$119 Non-Members

Registration closes on 4/22 at 4pm Central Time

Location:
Cross Pointe Church
1800 Satellite Blvd - Duluth, GA

Nearest Airport: 
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Hotel:
Residence Inn Atlanta NE/Duluth Sugarloaf
$179/Night
Last Day to Book: April 01, 2025 
Book here

Date:
April 24, 2025
8:30 am - 3:30 pm EDT

Church Administration and Leadership Summit

The Church Network is coming to the Atlanta area on April 24th for an incredible day of learning, leadership, and connection! This is a must-attend event for anyone involved in church administration and leadership. Register today and secure your spot! 
 

Speakers

Jeff Henderson


Bio: Named by Forbes Magazine as one of 20 speakers you shouldn’t miss, Jeff has become a trusted voice for businesses and non-profit organizations.  His best-selling book, Know What You’re FOR, launched a movement in non-profits around the world and has become a focal point for many businesses to grow both their purpose and profit. 

Jeff currently serves as Executive Director of Leadership Innovation and Strategies for Chick-fil-A.  He has also worked for well-known organizations such as the Atlanta Braves, Callaway Gardens, and North Point Ministries, where he served as lead pastor of Buckhead Church and two Gwinnett Church locations. He also serves as a Maxwell Leadership Thought Leader, an organization founded by Dr. John C. Maxwell. 
 
Topic: The Four Leadership Questions Everyone is Asking about You
As leaders, we will never have all the time we would like to develop the leaders around us.  But we do have leadership moments every single day.  These leadership moments help us grow leaders within the fabric of every workday. 

Ken Tan 


Bio: Ken serves as Partner and Church and Denomination Services Director at CapinCrouse, a national CPA and consulting firm exclusively serving churches and other nonprofits. Ken has more than 16 years of public accounting and large nonprofit experience, providing both advisory and assurance services to nonprofit entities, churches, and mission organizations. His expertise includes fraud prevention and forensic accounting.

Topic: Trust But Verify: Assessing Church Risk in the 21st Century
Churches are places where employees are trusted and forgiveness is easily given. Unfortunately, those admirable characteristics also create environments ripe for fraud. We’ll discuss how fraud is committed, the profile of fraudsters, lessons from real-life fraud incidents, and how to prevent fraud in your church. This will help you understand the anatomy of fraud and its financial impact.

Frank Bealer


Bio: Frank Bealer is deeply committed to serving the local church and equipping faith communities for greater impact. As the Chief Executive Officer at Generis, he partners with churches to navigate challenges, implement innovative strategies, and foster sustainable growth. A core passion of Frank’s work is transforming the conversation around generosity, helping churches accelerate giving toward their God-inspired vision and equipping leaders with biblical strategies to cultivate lasting cultures of generosity. With over 25 years of ministry and leadership experience, Frank’s work focuses on helping churches align their mission with actionable steps that transform communities and deepen discipleship.

Topic: Faith & Finances: Rethinking Church Resources for Discipleship and Impact
 In this session, we’ll explore the balance between financial sustainability and biblical stewardship. We’ll discuss how churches can integrate for-profit ventures without losing sight of their core mission and, more importantly, how to disciple their congregations toward faithful giving. Through real-world examples and expert insights, we’ll uncover strategies that move beyond financial survival to a thriving, generous church community.
  

Michael Campbell


Bio: Michael Campbell is dad of three, former teacher, missionary, school counselor, and for the past 15 years, a church insurance specialist at MinistrySure. MinistrySure specializes in providing risk management and insurance product placement for religious nonprofits. 
 
Topic: Church Insurance Trends and FAQ
In this session, we’ll discuss property insurance trends and how these trends affect ministry. We’ll look at things such as recent policy changes and cancellations, insurance carrier downgrades, and how to avoid being dropped or cancelled by your insurance company. Join us to hear more and find out what it means for your church. 





Taylor Poncz and Graham Newsome 


Bio: Taylor Poncz is a partner in the Atlanta office of Chartwell Law. She is an accomplished litigator with nearly 18 years of experience exclusively on the defense of workers’ compensation claims. Taylor represents employers, insurers, and self-insured businesses throughout Georgia. She defends clients across many industries, with extensive experience in the construction, manufacturing, retail and hospitality, healthcare, transportation fields, and with PEOs. Over the course of her career, Taylor has taken and defended hundreds of depositions, has extensive experience in mediations and has appeared before Administrative Law Judges across the state. Taylor’s philosophy is, and has always been, about communication, collaboration with clients, and closing cases efficiently and expeditiously.

Bio: Graham Newsome focuses his practice on employment litigation defending corporations in administrative charges and lawsuits arising under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as related state laws. Graham has defended religious institutions, private schools, hospitals, as well as corporations within the retail, restaurant, and hospitality sectors on matters, including sexual misconduct and directors and officers E&O claims.
Topic: Protecting Your Church—Employment Law Strategies for Today and Tomorrow
Join Chartwell Law partners Taylor Poncz and Graham Newsome for a roundtable discussion on the most pressing employment issues facing churches and religious institutions today—and what to expect in the future. Offering practical insights and risk-avoidance strategies, they will explore key trends, regulatory enforcement, and best practices, followed by a Q&A session.

Brandon Woodard


Bio: Brandon is the Executive Pastor of Finance & Generosity at Go Church in Sharpsburg, GA, bringing three decades of passionate leadership and management experience to the church. His diverse expertise in non-profit business administration encompasses financial management, fundraising, general business operations, human resources, and facility management, all contributing to the thriving health of the local church. Brandon's operational skills are complemented by his remarkable ability to engage and inspire others, helping them realize their full potential.
Topic: Second-Chair Leadership
In this session, you will find clearly defined, easily understandable steps to influence the direction of your organization, empowering you to make a meaningful impact from your current level by examining real-life scenarios and professional perspectives. 
Remember, you are not alone on this journey; together we can navigate the path of second-chair leadership with purpose and grace.

Jay Lowrance


Bio: Jay Lowrance is the owner of MedTech Consulting, a technology consulting firm specializing in IT, security, and digital infrastructure. With over 25 years in the industry, he helps organizations implement reliable technology solutions, safeguard critical data, and optimize their IT systems. Passionate about simplifying tech, he enjoys empowering leaders to make smarter IT decisions.

Topic: Cybersecurity for Churches: Protecting Your Ministry from Digital Threats
Churches are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals due to the sensitive financial and personal data they handle. This session will explore key cybersecurity risks, including phishing attacks and data breaches, and provide practical steps to safeguard church operations. Learn how to protect your ministry with simple, cost-effective security measures.

CEU information

Participants will be awarded 0.6 CEUs for completing the entire day. CEUs will count towards CCA Certification and retention. If you are interested in enrolling in certification fill out the registration form here. If you have any questions direct them to Peyton Johnson at peyton@thechurchnetwork.com.