Al "The Bishop" Hobbs
Chairman
Al "The Bishop" Hobbs is simply one of the most interesting personalities you’re likely to ever cross paths with in this industry.  Wearing as many hats as some specialty stores offer, Brother Hobbs has earned the title of ‘Bishop’ with an empire to accompany it.  He currently oversees the operation of two gospel record labels, serves as chairperson of the Gospel Announcer’s Guild and serves as Vice-Chairperson of the industry’s leading organization – the Gospel Music Workshop Of America, Inc. (GMWA).

Al is one of America's leading broadcasting, record company and Gospel music marketing and sales executive. A professional artist, announcer, meeting planner, event coordinator and successful entrepreneur, was born June 4, 1943 in Decatur, Alabama. He is the father of Alex Carrington Hobbs and Asha Gabrel Hobbs.

Bishop Sam Williams
Vice-Chairman

Bishop Sam Williams has been a Preacher of the GOSPEL for more than 35 years. He has established ministries in various states across America. Gifted in the “Spirit’, Bishop is known for his Prophetic anointing and the ability to “Teach” Biblical principles for Christian living in this present world.

Recognized as an outstanding leader in the “Gospel Music Industry”, for the last 35+ years Bishop Williams has been a member of the GOSPEL MUSIC WORKSHOP OF AMERICA (GMWA). BISHOP SAM WILLIAMS has for more than 20 years been the Vice Chairman of the most influential organization in the Gospel Industry today, The Gospel Announcers Guild of the Gospel Music Workshop of America. He also served as the Chairman and establisher of the Affiliate Guilds across America, of which there are over FOURTEEN. He is a Member of the “Board of Directors” of the GMWA, serving on the PLANNING COMMITTEE, as well as, THE INDEPENDENT ARTIST SHOWCASE COMMITTEE, as well as the liaison for GMWA convention security.
 


Donna Grady Creer
2nd  Vice Chairman

Donna is a career educator currently employed as Executive Director of the Magnet Review Committee. Her gospel music industry ministry spans 15 years and currently includes service as: 

  • Gospel Radio Announcer/Music Director – KIPR/KLIH/KOKY
    President of the Arkansas Gospel Announcers Guild
    Host/Producer- AVV (Arkansas Victorious Videos)
    2nd Vice Chair, Gospel Announcers Guild, Gospel Music Workshop of America Associate Producer, GMWA Excellence Awards Script writer/consultant GTM Awards
    Columnist/Staff Writer, The Gospel Truth and Gospel EUR Freelance Publicist, Promotions for Various Artists and Entities. Member, Dr. Bobby Jones Artist and Industry Executives Retreat Advisory Board-

     Donna and her husband, Donald, work as wedding consultants and event planners.


Judy Neal
Secretary

Judy is a graduate of East Texas State University and a member of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.
Mrs. Judy Neal has over 28 years experience in adult and juvenile corrections, child abuse and substance abuse services.  She is the owner of Valentino’s Full Service Salon, J & J Properties, LLC and Vision Time Productions, an artist development company.

Judy, a licensed minister and dynamic choir director, is the Seattle GAG Treasurer and Conference Showcase Coordinator. 

Minister Neal is known for her spirit of encouragement and is inspired by her husband James and her talented daughter, Nia.


Dennis Cole

Assistant Secretary
Deacon Dennis E. Cole has been a member of the Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer since May, 1966 under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Charles G. Hayes.

He is Co-Chairman of the Deacon-Trustee Board; Co-Director of the Junior Church Department; Church Co-Radio/Television Announcer; and serves as Administrative Assistant to Dr. Hayes in Communications and Promotions.

Dennis is employed by Katten Muchin Zavis as a Legal Assistant/Secretary in the Corporate Insurance Department. He attends The Moody Bible Institute, pursing an Associate Degree in Biblical Studies. Deacon Cole hold an undergraduate Certificate in Administrative Techniques from Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois.


Willie McClendon
Financial Secretary
Willie is a woman who wears many hats:
  • Host of Gospel Hour WFLI 1070AM
  • President of ACC Enterprise
  • Financial Secretary of GMWA Gospel Announcers Guild
  • Angela Spivey's Road Manager
  • Manager of Vetrea Slack-Ruffin and Glenda Bailey
  • Partner in Let Us Pick Your Hitz
  • Columnist for Gospelflava.com
  • Member of Memorial Auditorium and Tivoli Theater Board of Directors
  • Member of Citizens Advisory Board
  • Member of Pastor McClurkin's Crusade Staff,
  • Founder of Chattanooga Youth Choir
  • Coordinator of Eastside Task Force Youth Festival
  • Attend Wesley Chapel Christian Community Church

T'Mil Curtis
Sergeant -at-Arms

A young anointed and multitalented women of God who is continuing the legacy instilled in her from her mother, ZaDella “MaMa” Curtis as:

  • Member of the Chicago GAG, S.A.G.M.A., A.G.Q.C. and N.B.J.A.

  • C.E.O. of T.A.C.ful Productions a subsidiary of Agape Works International Alliance Inc.

  • C.E.O. OF 3M Legacy International Corp.

  • National Promotions Director for Gospel USA Magazine

  • Vice President of Aneue Media Inc.

  • Management Director of Ksoundd Productions & Mama’s Boyz Entertainment

  • A Founding member of the national recording group New Direction

  • Managing Director of A.W.I. Divine Publishing

  • Freelance writer for I AM & The Gospel Revue Magazines

  • Promotions Director for Purified Music Group a subsidiary of Chavah Enterprises, LLC.

  • Board of Directors for Women of Influence International Fellowship

  • Board of Directors for the Eagle Eye School of Ministry

  • Gospel Advisor for the Music Industry Developmental League

  • Administrator for Kingdom Tree of  Life Covenant Fellowship

  • Member of Gateway Area Bible Fellowship Apostolic Church

  • An ordained minister of the gospel who operates in the offices of Prophet/Teacher


Ed Stephens
Assistant Sergeant -at-Arms
  •  President of The Virginia Area GAG
  • Recipient of The 2007 Golden Mic Award  
  • Inducted into The Broadcasters Hall of Fame 2007
  • Honorary Doctoral  Degree of Broadcasters and Sacred Music
  • Host of Old School Gospel WREJ1540 Richmond Virginia
  • Consultant and Inspirational Director for Davidson Media Group
  • CEO and founder of Stephens Promotions Company
  • A member of the New Deliverance Evangelistic Church COGIC, Bishop Gerald Glen Pastor
  • Edward’s life and career was Chronicled in The Book Of Who’s Who In America
  • Voted one of The Most Outstanding Young Men of America in 1991

Rev. Juandalyn Stokes
Chaplain

Pastor Stokes is a woman who represents spiritual integrity and maturity. She is an anointed vessel that continues to receive new wine from the Lord and pour into the hearts of God's people everyday. The stability of this anointing is rare, yet rich, profound, yet practical, intriguing, yet substantive. TIME cannot contain her for she is always on the move to win souls for Christ. SPACE cannot hold her for she feels it with God's love and grace. GREATNESS is not enough for EXCELLENCE is who she is and what she represents.

As a Teacher, Preacher, Radio Personality, and Author, she continues to receive new wine and pour into the hearts of God's people everyday.

If you would like more information on Pastor Stokes, or the ministries cited above, visit: www.deeperlifeinchrist.org.

 


Dr. Susie Jones
Assistant Chaplain
Vice-President Southern California Gospel Announcers Guild

Pastor - Yahweh House of Prayer for All People

 



 

Ronald Jones
Registrar/Product Servicing