Senior Leadership
I am inspired by the faith, courage, and reverence for God by Christian educators around the world! It reminds me of the story recounted in I Samuel 17 about David defeating Goliath. In verse 29, David’s response to the inaction of his
elder brothers and the Israelites especially encourages me. He boldly and nobly answers the call to action by asking, "Is there not a cause?”
I can think of no greater cause than to partner with you as you advance Kingdom education. We fully believe that authentic devotion to the Christian faith and academic excellence are mutually reinforcing. There are not two or three forms of excellence, but rather an ethos that is cultivated throughout every facet of our schools. Faith is not separated from learning but rather integrated intentionally, resulting in a distinctive Christian worldview.
Scholarship and learning become an integral component to the maturation process known as discipleship. Thus, becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ, the ultimate objective of the Great Commission (Matt. 28:16-20), is the prize for which we strive; it is the highest form of excellence! It is certainly conceivable that we could produce students with the spiritual depth needed to enter our pluralistic society and not fall prey to empty philosophies. Rather, they would be equipped to saturate the marketplace to which God has called them with confidence, purpose, and an eternal perspective.
ACSI’s ongoing mission is to strengthen Christian schools and equip Christian educators worldwide as they prepare students academically and inspire them to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ. We want to serve you as you continue to cultivate and sustain a flourishing school. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you—thank you for your obedience to God’s call on your life—you are indeed making a difference.
Dr. Larry Taylor
President, ACSI
larry_taylor@acsi.org
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President's Advisory Team
David Balik
Vice President of USA
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Gavin Brettenny
Associate Vice President of Global Strategic Development for Christian Education
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Kevin Buelke
Chief Finance Officer
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Juan Cabrera
Chief Information Officer
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Cindy Dodds
Vice President of Flourishing Initiatives
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Michael Epp
Senior Vice President of Global
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Brett Henry
Chief Executive Officer, Sevenstar
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John Klingstedt
Chief Operating Officer
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Christi Lynn
Vice President, Office of Communications & Engagement
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Chris Loncar
Vice President, Human Resources
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Jerry Nelson
Chief Ministry Officer
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Philip Scott
Vice President for Legal Affairs
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News and Press Releases
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More Than 350 Christian School Leaders Convene in Chicago for New Cycle of ACSI’s Flourishing Schools Institute June 20, 2022
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ACSI Welcomes New Vice President for Development June 6, 2022
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ACSI and Grand Canyon University Host Inaugural International Christian STEM Competition April 19, 2022
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ACSI Announces Key Changes to Legal Legislative Issues Department Structure, Leadership April 4, 2022