May 2, 2023
BJ is a life coach, speaker, and author who helped launch one of the largest faith movements in recent history – the “116 Movement” with Grammy award winning artist Lecrae. He also worked to expand groundbreaking racial reconciliation work with school, churches, & non-profits in Memphis, TN.
BJ has worked with tens of thousands of individuals and couples all over the world helping them experience personal, professional and relational growth. Currently BJ serves as the executive director for Build a Better Us. He has a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of North Texas and a master’s degree in Christian studies from Union University. He has been featured in Relevant Magazine, Propel, Christianity Today, Barna, & many other publications.
He has also worked with the History Channel, ERLC, Universities & other corporations. He and his wife Vanja have been married more than 20 years and live in Atlanta with their three children.