Will Riddle leads the Prison Fellowship Angel Tree program and the organization’s outreach to churches. Will’s work in ministry includes taking part in three church plants. He launched a Cincinnati-based men’s recovery program, which led to his book Free at Last and his desire to build redemptive pathways out of the incarceration pipeline. Will holds a master of divinity in urban ministry from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts in computer science from Duke University. He and his wife Jaime live in Kansas City. Married for 20 years, they have four teenagers. /// This week's intro features Forge alumnus Joshua Hlavaty /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

Marcus Harris serves as Prayer Initiatives Director at Alliance Defending Freedom. He is a graduate of Liberty University with a bachelor’s degree in religion, and he earned a master’s in public policy from George Mason University. Marcus and his wife, Cathy, are the proud parents of four children. /// This week's intro features Forge alumnus Joshua Hlavaty /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

Monty Lobb is the President of Kenosis Limited, an organizational change consulting firm. In this capacity he teaches and mentors leaders to be the message of high character. He serves as the Executive Director of the Business Innovation Center and teaches at Ohio Christian University. In addition, he is host of the Eureka Moments Podcast and instructor for Forge's Civil Society Curriculum! /// This week's intro features Forge alumna Rachel Del Guidice /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

Forge Alum Brice Futch recently launched "The Way Forward", a podcast about big ideas and why they matter. We're thrilled to offer a preview of this podcast! You can subscribe here! /// This week's intro features Forge alumnus CJ Tassell /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

A fourth-generation Nebraskan, Ian Swanson was born and raised in Omaha. He graduated from Hillsdale College in 2014 and attended the first ever Forge Leadership Summit in 2015. Ian recently interviewed Forge president, Adam Josefczyk, on the "Ian Swanson Show". Audio credit to News Radio 1110 KFAB in Omaha, NE. /// This week's intro features Forge alumnus Benjamin Mueller. /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

Our Year in Review: Top 10 Blessings in 2021

1. New Curriculum: We are leading our Academy through our first-ever curriculum - The Civil Society Tutorial Project - which was developed by two Forge Board Members!
2. Strength in Numbers: Forge expanded in 2021 by hiring two new full-time staff members, Kerri Smith and Forge alumna Grace Barron. With the new additions to the team, we are expanding our ability to serve students and alumni in unprecedented ways!
3. Record Breaking Year: We received a record-setting grant to help build out our alumni network and serve alumni in greater numbers than ever before!
4. New Video: You can watch our new promo video here.
5. Celebration and Collaboration: Over 300 Forge champions joined us at the Forge Banquets in Dayton and Columbus, Ohio to celebrate Forge and meet other supporters who are passionate about raising up the next generation of conservative leaders.
6. Forge DC: The 2020-2021 Academy traveled to Washington, D.C. in May for a week of networking, learning, and incredible experiences.
7. Forge Leadership Summit: We welcomed 80 students for the 2021 Summit for a week of hands-on training, insightful speaker presentations, and the Forge legislative simulation at the Ohio Statehouse. View the recap here.
8. Forge Israel: Forge students traveled to Israel in July, despite severe restrictions. These restrictions continue to present challenges, but we're working on innovative ways to enhance our state > national > international experiences.
9. Life Changing Impact: Because of generous supporters, Forge has trained over 400 young conservatives from 40 states who are now serving in policy, law, business, ministry, and media. With two more additions this year, seven alumni now serve in elected office.
10. Poised for 2022: Students and young professionals (ages 18-25) can apply for the 2022 Summit today! You can recommend a young person in your life here.

Jeff Reeter is a successful businessman and accomplished leader who has helped many become better versions of themselves. His new book, Do Life Differently, is available everywhere now! /// This week's intro features Forge alumna Marina Mehaffie. /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

Hal Heiner is the former Secretary of the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet for the State of Kentucky. He's a successful businessman with a passion for education and public service who has long been focused on shaping civic policy and improving education and career opportunities for all Kentuckians. /// This week's intro features Forge alumnus Joshua Hlavaty /// Are you (or do you know) a conservative student or young professional, ages 18-25, who wants to engage in politics, culture, or business? Apply to the Forge Leadership Summit or Recommend a Student /// You can connect with Forge in the following ways: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn