Management
Gary DeMar
Gary is a graduate of Western Michigan University (1973) and earned his M.Div. at Reformed Theological Seminary in 1979. In 2007, he earned his Ph.D. in Christian Intellectual History from Whitefield Theological Seminary. Author of countless essays, news articles, and more than 27 book titles, he also hosts The Gary DeMar Show, and History Unwrapped—both broadcasted and podcasted. Gary has lived in the Atlanta area since 1979 with his wife, Carol. They have two married sons and are enjoying being grandparents to their grandson. Gary and Carol are members of Midway Presbyterian Church (PCA).
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Brandon Vallorani
Brandon joined the staff of American Vision in September of 2004. Prior to American Vision, he served as the Executive Vice President of Answers in Genesis USA. He is also the CEO and Co-Founder of Tolle Lege Press—widely known for republishing the 1599 Geneva Bible. Brandon earned his M.B.A. from Thomas More College and his B.F.A. from West Virginia University. Brandon is a member of Grace Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Douglasville, Georgia. He resides in Dallas, GA with his wife, Jan, and their six children.
Publications
Joel McDurmon
Joel McDurmon, M.Div., Reformed Episcopal Theological Seminary, is the Director of Research for American Vision. He has authored four books, Manifested in the Flesh: How the Historical Evidence of Jesus Refutes Modern Mystics and Skeptics; The Return of the Village Atheist; Zeitgeist Refuted: Is Jesus an Astrological Myth?; and Biblical Logic in Theory and Practice. He also serves as a lecturer and regular contributor to the American Vision website. He joined American Vision's staff in the June of 2008. Joel and his wife and two sons live in Dallas, Georgia.
Luis Lovelace
With more than 17 years experience in the printing and advertising field, Luis Lovelace joined American Vision in March of 2005, and since then has overseen the production of most of American Vision’s printed publications and product packaging. His extensive knowledge of printing industry production tools (Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat and Illustrator), has permitted Luis to prepare, or supervise the creation of, documents for press and online media. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Education from The King’s College (1983), Luis has performed pastoral and short-term mission work among Seventh Day Baptists since 1989. Luis and his wife Joanna make their home in Dallas, Georgia, along with their 7 children.
Communications
Joseph Darnell
A video editor and graphic designer, Joseph directs and manages the Audio/Visual department projects and productions. Joe completed home education in 2003 with experience in business and the arts. He has produced numerous films for public education, business, ministry, and family; working with Vision Forum, Character First! Education, the Georgia Home Educators Association and Valor Visual Media. Some of the films he has co-produced and directed are Character First! Goes to Myers (2000), Remember Alabama (2005), Witherspoon School of Law and Public Policy (2005), From Script to Cinema (2006), A Legend and a Legacy (2007), and Caring For Life (2008). He is also involved with the web department as a content and design editor as well as designing cover art for numerous resources. Joe resides in Dallas, Georgia, with his wife Elisabeth, daughter, Reese and son Jude.
Stewart Adams
Stewart is an aspiring filmmaker involved in every aspect of video production. Home schooled through high school, he graduated from Kennesaw State University in 2006 with a Degree in Communications Media Studies and a minor in Film Studies. In his spare time, Stewart maintains a blog and Youtube channel as an outlet for creating original and creative content. Stewart joined American Vision as Media Director in 2009 and currently lives in Kennesaw, GA with his wife Bethany.
Customer Relations
Liz Darnell
Having grown up reading Gary's books and articles, Liz realized a childhood dream when she began working for American Vision at the beginning of 2007. Moving through a variety of roles which included customer service, wholesale and donor management, web content maintenance, event coordination and publication facilitating, which align with her past experiences as a Receptionist and an Executive Assistant, Liz became the Director of Customer Relations in 2009. She lives in Dallas, with her husband Joseph, daughter Reese and son Jude.
Jerry Francis
Jerry came to American Vision as the warehouse supervisor in August of 2007. He also helps with events and conferences. Jerry is currently a junior at Kennesaw State University working towards a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems. Jerry and his wife Ashley were married in September of 2005 and live in Rockmart with their son. Jerry enjoys his job and gets satisfaction in knowing that his job is helping to advance the kingdom of God. Outside of work Jerry enjoys spending time in the mountains with his wife, son and dogs, and loves being around any lake. Jerry and his wife also enjoy volunteering their help to events at their church here in Powder Springs. His future plans include possibly getting a masters degree and owning a nice piece of land to raise his family on.
Linsay Morgan
As a home school graduate, raised with a strong biblical foundation, Linsay came to the American Vision staff eager to be a part of the growing ministry. She gained valuable customer service and administrative experience in a variety of working environments previous to joining American Vision, including local state politics, insurance and the industrial fields. Being the oldest of eight children she has a heart for children and has served in various children’s ministries; she currently co-leads a weekly student Bible club, as well as a ladies Bible study. Linsay currently attends West Ridge Church in Hiram Ga.
Elysse Barrett
Elysse joined American Vision in December, 2009, after assisting with two American Vision Worldview Super Conferences. With a background in event planning and coordination, Elysse most recently managed a Pregnancy Resource Center (Medical) she helped start. The oldest of seven children, Elysse enjoyed being homeschooled and grew up with a passion to advance the Kingdom of Christ. She and her father co-authored, Fathers and Daughters: Raising Polished Cornerstones, and she regularly mentors young ladies. She enjoys hiking, world traveling, reading, spending time with friends and family, and Chai lattes. Originally from Idaho, Elysse is looking forward to serving at American Vision and living in a warmer climate!
Chad Ellis
Chad is the proud father of a beautiful 2 year old girl, Ava. He says, "I love working for American Vision. The people at American Vision have welcomed me with open arms and love. I proudly pack every box with care."
Internet Services
James DeMar
James is a graduate of Kennesaw State University with a B.S. Degree in Finance and is on his way to obtaining a degree in Accounting. He joined American Vision's staff in the fall of 2008. Prior to joining American Vision, James was an accountant for S.P Richards Co. Canada. James and his wife reside in Kennesaw, Georgia and are members of Midway Presbyterian Church.