Our Speakers

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Andy Blanks is the Publisher and Co-Founder of Iron Hill Press and YM360. A former Marine, Andy has been doing ministry since the early 2000s, mostly in youth and men’s ministry publishing and discipleship. During that time, Andy has led the development of some of the

most popular Bible study curriculum and discipleship resources in the country. He has authored numerous books, Bible studies, and articles, and regularly speaks at events and conferences, both for adults and teenagers. He is active in his local church, teaching youth, adult, and men’s small groups regularly.

Andy and his wife, Brendt, were married in 2000 and have lived in Birmingham, AL ever since. They have four children, three girls and one boy.

Rick Burgess is the co-host of the nationally syndicated Rick and Bubba Show.  He has co-authored multiple New York Times Bestselling Books covering topics such as politics, marriage, business, comedy and what it looks like to be a follower of Christ in secular entertainment.  He has appeared on the Fox News programs Hannity's America, Your World with Neil Cavuto, and Fox and Friends.

Rick has spoken at youth events, men's events and marriage conferences across the country, all while  teaching youth and men's Bible studies on a weekly basis. Rick is married to the former Sherri Bodine, and they have 5 children Brandi, Blake, Brooks, Brody and Bronner. Rick's wife Sherri has also authored the book Bronner: A Journey to Understand about what she and Rick learned about God through the earthly death of their youngest son. Rick's eulogy for his youngest son became the number 1 most viewed video in the world on youtube the week of the service.

Rich Wingo is a member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 62nd district and a former linebacker for the Green Bay Packers. He also played at the University of Alabama under Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant. He now lives in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with his wife Cheri. They have two sons: Jake and Luke. He is a member of First Baptist Tuscaloosa, where he serves as deacon and Sunday school teacher.