Meet the Speakers
Called to Speak. Called to Serve.
Each speaker at Here I Am, Send Me brings a unique perspective forged in faith, service, and the realities of law enforcement life. They're here to challenge, encourage, and equip you.
Kyle Thompson
Host, Undaunted Life Podcast & Co-Host, The Daily Blade
Kyle Thompson is the founder of Undaunted.Life, a ministry that equips men to push back darkness. He is the host of Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast, the #1 podcast in the world for Christian men, where he addresses issues at the intersection of faith, culture, and politics. Kyle is also the co-founder and co-host of The Daily Blade, the #1 men's devotional podcast in the world, which focuses on helping men apply biblical truth to everyday life. https://www.undaunted.life/ https://thedailyblade.com/
Session Speakers
Opening Speaker & Session 01: Corrections
Pastor Jim Stitzinger
Corrections Chaplain
Jim Stitzinger is the founder of Always Ready Ministries, where he leads efforts to support first responders through discipleship, outreach, chaplaincy, and family care. A seasoned ministry leader and speaker, Jim is committed to sharing the gospel and encouraging those who serve their communities with courage and sacrifice. https://alwaysready.org/
Session 02: Parenting
Jeanetta Nieuwsma
Hope Restored
Jeanetta Nieuwsma is a licensed clinical social worker and Clinical Director of Hope Restored Counseling & Consulting. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in first responder wellness, trauma recovery, and critical incident response. Jeanetta provides training, consultation, and wellness services to public safety professionals throughout Iowa. https://www.hoperestoredpllc.com/
Session 03: Mental Health & Resilience
Andrea Wilson
Education and Resilience for Criminal Justice Professionals
Andrea Wilson is a criminal justice professional, speaker, and resilience educator dedicated to supporting the wellness and leadership development of first responders. Through ER4CJP, she provides training and encouragement that helps public safety professionals navigate trauma, strengthen resilience, and lead with integrity and purpose. https://www.er4cjp.com/
Session 04: Finances
Brian Holtz
Compass Financial Ministry
Brian Holtz is the CEO of Compass Financial Ministry and a leading voice in biblical financial stewardship. An author, speaker, and ministry leader, he helps individuals and families apply God’s principles for money management, discipleship, and generosity while encouraging faithful stewardship in every area of life. https://compassfinancialministry.org/
Session 05: Marriage
Isaac Short
Impact Iowa Heroes
Isaac Short is an Iowa law enforcement professional and supporter of Impact Iowa's Heroes, where he helps promote healthy marriages and resilient families among first responders. His commitment to service, faith, and community reflects the mission of honoring and strengthening Iowa's heroes. https://impactiowasheroes.org/
Session 06: Community Policing
Andrew Harris
Davenport Police Department
Sergeant Andrew Harris is a community-focused leader with the Davenport Police Department who is passionate about faith, service, and relationship-based policing. He works closely with community and faith partners to strengthen trust, mentor future leaders, and promote safer neighborhoods through collaboration, compassion, and servant leadership.
Evening Entertainment
To Be Announced
Comedian
Laughter is good medicine. Stay tuned for the announcement of our featured comedian, who will bring some well-deserved levity to the evening.
"Here I am, send me."
Isaiah 6:8
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