The Center for Online Evangelism Team

Meet the COE Team

Seventh-day adventists dedicated to the online mission field.

Our dedicated workers are each Seventh-day Adventist professionals that have demonstrated expertise in their respective industries. They have chosen to devote a sizable part of their commercial careers to the Center for Online Evangelism in order to help spread the Gospel to the online mission field.

David Sharpe

Deputy director

In 1995, David left his job with a mail-order house and started building websites for clients. He has been involved in online marketing ever since. Always on the cutting edge, David enjoys being part of an organization that is a pioneer in online ministry. He also enjoys the fact that this work-from-home job allows him to see his family throughout the day. He leads the team in creating content that will make businesses and ministries stand out, and it’s his love of teaching, training, and mentoring that keeps the team running smoothly.

Tina Gennette

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Having worked in the digital industry for more than 25 years, Tina takes data management to another level. She loves providing her colleagues with resources and information to do their jobs better. Her strengths include project tracking, communication, research, accounting, and the use of multiple software and technology platforms.

Arnaldo Oliveira

Project Manager and Admin Consultant

Certified in financial management, Arnaldo keeps the team on track and helps push projects forward. He is passionate about innovative solutions to make life in the workplace easier.

Kimberlei Wagner

DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER

Kim focuses on SEO strategy. Ever since starting in the SEO industry in 2013, she has loved the challenge of getting websites to rank in the top internet search results. She also excels in leading the SEO team and training new employees and interns that work in this area. In meetings with Kim, it’s likely that one of her kiddos will pop by to say hi to the team, and she appreciates this perk of working from home—no matter how chaotic it can be. Remember, she loves a good challenge.

Jeannette Owens

SEO Team Leader

In 2019, Jeannette discovered Bible truth through an online search. Now, her passion is to create user-centered websites that help others find the gospel, too. She specializes in developing and analyzing web content, and as an outdoor enthusiast, Jeannette loves that COE has allowed her to ditch cubicle life and work on her laptop outside.

Stephanie Aguirre

SEO Strategist

Specializing in internal linking, content review, and keyword research, Stephanie is all about creating a positive user experience. Whether optimizing websites or caring for her family, she’s on a mission to spread Bible truth.

Kathleen Aguilar

Kathleen Aguilar

SEO Specialist/Social Media Team Leader

Kathleen takes pride in making sure website content and data have a logical flow and structure. In the ever-changing field, she particularly enjoys the way the job challenges her and pushes her to learn daily. Kathleen also loves that her job gives her the flexibility to work full time and homeschool her boys.

Wendy Cacka

Web Development Team Leader

Wendy holds a bachelor’s in computer science and has been working in the industry since 2001. An introvert by nature, she enjoys impacting people’s lives through the professional websites she develops. She appreciates the flexibility during workdays because it means she can devote more time to family adventures when she’s out of the office

Rock Kai

Director of East-Central Africa Operations

A skilled problem solver, Rock leads the COE team located in East-Central Africa. From his home in Nairobi, Kenya, he enjoys strategizing and guiding his team as they plan projects and carry them out.

Amy Prindle

lead CONTENT STRATEGIST

Even as a child, Amy was a wordsmith, mentally rewording signs, headlines, and advertisements. Now, having worked as a writing and editing professional since 2010, she uses that gift to make sure each word, sentence, and paragraph of an article accomplishes its purpose. She leads a team in creating and finalizing content.

Lauren McKinny

Content Team Leader

Lauren has a master’s in English from Claremont Graduate University. She has helped other writers with critical thinking and analysis for 8+ years. With skills in critical thinking, copyediting, research, and content creation, she enjoys making Bible topics accessible and unforgettable.

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Joy Deche

Content Writer

Joy is a communications strategist with experience as a writer and editor since 2018. With skills in content strategy and cross-cultural communications, she plans and crafts content to reach culturally diverse audiences with the love of Jesus.
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Cheyenne Wilson

Content Writer

Cheyenne delights in crafting pieces with precision, creativity, and reader awareness. She has earned a bachelor’s degree in English professional writing from Southern Adventist University and is passionate about storytelling. Cheyenne wants to help people see the Bible as God intended it—a true story designed to bring humanity closer to Him.

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Clarise Nixon

Content Writer

Clarise is a content creator with over 15 years experience in writing and copyediting. To encourage spiritual authenticity and growth, she loves making more clear the natural connections between critical thinking, cultural competence and emotional intelligence.

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Olivia Hale

Content Writer

Olivia knows that good storytelling changes lives. She saw it daily as a writer for a team of Christian radio personalities and bestselling authors. After years of world travel and outdoor adventure, she’s learned that the best adventures come from getting to know God. And she loves sharing that through her writing.

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Lana Hein

Content Writer

Writing is an adventure for Lana, and her ultimate mission is to serve God and bless others with her words. She knows firsthand how writing can impact lives. What started with posting personal blog posts online has led her to pursue communication studies at Regent University.
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Benjamin Okindo

Content Writer

Since childhood, Benjamin has been enthusiastic about missions and evangelism. He is a biblical studies expert who is passionate about using written content and media to communicate the lessons of the Bible.
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Hosea Moturi

Content Writer

Hosea believes that words are powerful magnets to attract or repel. Drawing on his rich experience as a missionary, he encourages many to relish the Bible with passion as they discover their God-given purpose.
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Barack Owili

Content Writer

Barack believes that his purpose in life is to write and speak what people need to read and hear. He has harnessed these skills through various writing engagements and mainly on his website, The Cleaver, where he has published over 300 articles on various subjects that address the needs of his wide audience. He is glad that the opportunity to work with COE aligns with his life purpose.
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Enos Mbuga

Content Writer

Enos is a Kenyan missionary, who is passionate about sharing Jesus in a winsome way. He enjoys studying the Bible and writing and helping others know about Jesus and understand how they can share their faith.

John Huynh

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

John is a professional non-profit fundraiser. For the past decade, he has devoted his career to advancing ministries and non-profits within the Adventist Church. He began his fundraising journey with Breath of Life at the Adventist Media Center and later transitioned to the General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists to work with Hope Channel. His personal mission is to empower and grow the ministries within the Adventist Church.

Sandrine Umuhoza

On-Site manager

Sandrine is a highly-motivated, results-driven professional with a genuine passion for helping individuals and organizations thrive. She enjoys facilitating collaboration and creating an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully. Her approach is centered on open communication and continual improvement, driven by a genuine desire to help individuals, guide teams, and lead impactful projects.

Rafiki Mureramanzi

Search Engine Optimization

Rafiki is passionate about good communication and helping businesses and organizations reach their audiences online. He takes that love for communication into the office too, helping create an uplifting and supportive team environment.

Gilbert Tumusifu

Search Engine Optimization

As a quick learner, Gilbert enjoys the challenge of keeping up with the latest search engine updates. As he evaluates web page performance, checks for issues, and provides solutions, he also gets to use his skills in problem solving and keyword research.

Philemon Iransubije

Search Engine Optimization

The first thing Philemon’s friends would tell you about him is that he’s a team player. He loves working on search engine optimization and reaching goals together with the East-Central Africa team.

Emmanuel Gashema

Search Engine Optimization

Emmanuel is an open-minded and thorough decision-maker, always thinking through the different angles of an option. These characteristics are an asset to him as he identifies the strengths and weaknesses of websites and figures out how to make them more effective.

Patrick Mwiseneza

Search Engine Optimization

Patrick is an analytical thinker who enjoys using research to optimize pages for search engines like Google. He cares a lot about people and is thankful to be able to serve others through his work.

Gad Rukundo

Web Development

Gad is an efficient worker who brings to each task optimism and a desire to learn. A typical day for him involves maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading clients’ websites. He holds a bachelor’s degree in information technology and enjoys the opportunity to learn new skills and use them for God.

Samuel Manzi

Web Development

Samuel enjoys working with his team to develop, fix, and restructure websites. Seeing the increase of website visitors makes it all worth it and helps him to know that he has done his best.

Jean Mugisha

Data Analyst

Jean is a dedicated data analyst who is passionate about data science and transforming data into actionable insights. He has a strong background in statistical analysis, data visualization, and information technology, and he specializes in uncovering trends that drive strategic decision-making. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6