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
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Bishop Sam Williams
Vice-Chairman |
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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.
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Donna Grady Creer
2nd
Vice Chairman |
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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:
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Judy
Neal
Secretary |
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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.
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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. |
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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
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T'Mil Curtis
Sergeant -at-Arms |
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A
young anointed and multitalented women of God who is
continuing the legacy instilled in her from her
mother, ZaDella “MaMa” Curtis as:
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Member of the Chicago GAG, S.A.G.M.A., A.G.Q.C. and
N.B.J.A.
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C.E.O. of T.A.C.ful Productions a subsidiary of
Agape Works International Alliance Inc.
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C.E.O. OF 3M Legacy International Corp.
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National Promotions Director for Gospel USA Magazine
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Vice President of Aneue Media Inc.
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Management Director of Ksoundd Productions & Mama’s
Boyz Entertainment
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A
Founding member of the national recording group New
Direction
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Managing Director of A.W.I. Divine Publishing
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Freelance writer for I AM & The Gospel Revue
Magazines
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Promotions Director for Purified Music Group a
subsidiary of Chavah Enterprises, LLC.
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Board of Directors for Women of Influence
International Fellowship
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Board of Directors for the Eagle Eye School of
Ministry
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Gospel Advisor for the Music Industry Developmental
League
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Administrator for Kingdom Tree of Life Covenant
Fellowship
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Member of Gateway Area Bible Fellowship Apostolic
Church
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An ordained minister of the gospel who operates in
the offices of Prophet/Teacher
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Ed Stephens
Assistant Sergeant -at-Arms |
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President
of The Virginia Area GAG
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Recipient of The 2007 Golden Mic Award
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Inducted into The Broadcasters Hall of Fame 2007
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Honorary Doctoral Degree of Broadcasters and Sacred Music
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Host of Old School Gospel WREJ1540 Richmond Virginia
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Consultant and Inspirational Director for Davidson Media Group
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CEO
and founder of Stephens Promotions Company
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A member of the New Deliverance Evangelistic Church COGIC,
Bishop Gerald Glen Pastor
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Edward’s life and career was Chronicled in The Book Of Who’s Who In
America
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Voted one of The Most Outstanding Young Men of America in 1991
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Rev. Juandalyn Stokes
Chaplain |
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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. |
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Dr. Susie Jones
Assistant Chaplain |
Vice-President Southern California Gospel Announcers Guild
Pastor - Yahweh House of Prayer for All People |
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Ronald Jones
Registrar/Product Servicing |
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