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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Arizona Christian University’s Board of Trustees provides governing oversight to ensure the University achieves its mission and vision — and honors and maintains its core values. Each member has a deep commitment to Jesus Christ and demonstrates commitment to Kingdom work, while bringing extensive marketplace experience that provides guidance and wisdom for the University.

Mr. Michael Farris

Chair

​General Counsel, National Religious Broadcasters

CEO (Retired) Alliance Defending Freedom

Founder HSLDA

Mr. Tom Okarma

Vice Chair
Nonprofit Board and Leadership Coach

Mr. Patrick Smith

Treasurer
Chief Financial Officer for Charter Home Alliance

Mr. Brent Veach

Secretary
Desert Taco, LLC Owner/CEO

 

Dr. Larry Anderson

Pastor

Mr. Mike Bailey

General Counsel – Arizona Chamber of Commerce

Partner – Tully Bailey LLP

Dr. Jim Baugh

Pastor; International Christian Leadership Development

Mr. Rick Blankenship

Retired Sales Professional (High-Tech Industry)

Mr. Josiah Friedman

Founder and CEO of Voices for the Voiceless

 

Mr. Jeff Gunn

Pastor, CrossTrain Coaching

 

Mr. Peter Maculan

CAPT, CEC, USN

Mr. Howard Morrison

Partner, Morrison Ranch

 

Mr. Len Munsil

Ex-Officio, University President

Dr. Shelly Roden

Retired ACU/Southwestern College faculty member and administrator; ACU’s Dr. Shelly Roden School of Education named in her honor.

Mr. Andrew Unkefer

Entrepreneur and Business Consultant