LEADERSHIP & GOVERNANCE

Anchor & Vine Global Outreach is guided by experienced leaders committed to wisdom, accountability, and faithful stewardship. Our leadership reflects a cross-section of experience in crisis response, pastoral care, military and law enforcement service, counseling, emergency management, and executive leadership.

Together, this team stewards the mission with humility, clarity, and a long-term view toward formation, readiness, and faithful presence.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

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    Michael-John R. Waite, CIPM II, EPS

    Founder | President

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    Kaela Klinker

    Executive Vice President

DIRECTORS & PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

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    Jessica Blankenship

    Director | Critical Response Teams

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    To Be Announced

    Director | Florida Keys Experience Center
    This role will oversee the development and operation of the Florida Keys Experience Center, serving as a hub for formation, storytelling, training, and community engagement. The Director will steward the vision of the Experience Center as a place of preparation, reflection, and commissioning.

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    To Be Announced

    Director | Global Programs (Outposts)
    This role will provide leadership and oversight for Anchor & Vine’s global outposts, ensuring healthy partnerships, cultural respect, and long-term presence across regions. The Director of Global Programs will coordinate with local leaders and ensure alignment with Anchor & Vine’s mission and posture.

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    To Be Announced

    Director | Crisis & Missions Institute (CMI)
    This role will lead the Crisis & Missions Institute (CMI), overseeing curriculum development, formation pathways, training programs, and participant preparation. The Director will ensure the Institute remains rooted in spiritual formation, practical readiness, and faithful service.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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    Christian Klinker

    Board Chairman | Pastoral Care | Digital Media

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    Alex Killian

    Board Member | Family Programs

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    Chad Clark

    Board Treasurer | Theological & Financial Stewardship

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    William Perry

    Board Member | CIPM II, EPS | Safety & Security

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    Scott Thomson

    Board Member | Physical Projects

ADVISORY BOARD

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    Coming Soon

    Anchor & Vine is supported by an Advisory Board comprised of respected leaders and subject-matter experts who provide counsel, credibility, and perspective. Advisory Board members offer insight and guidance without formal governance authority.