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High-Caliber Presenters Announced for ASI Inter-America Division Convention 2024

Posted on Jul 12 2025

Miami, FL — July 12, 2024 — The ASI Inter-America Division has unveiled an exceptional lineup of presenters for its upcoming 2024 Annual Convention, set for August 14–17 in Panama City, Panama. This year's theme, “Empowered to Serve,” will be brought to life by a diverse group of dynamic speakers, thought leaders, and professionals from across the Inter-American region and beyond.

The convention opens with keynote messages from Pastor Debleaire Snell, Speaker/Director of Breath of Life Ministries, who will speak at the Opening Ceremony on Wednesday, August 14, and again on Thursday, August 15. Known for his compelling delivery and Christ-centered messages, Pastor Snell will set a powerful spiritual tone for the gathering.

On Friday evening, the convention will welcome Pastor Johann De Dier, a former global HR and IT business strategist turned pastor from Panama. His unique blend of corporate insight and ministry experience promises to bring fresh perspective to the weekend’s discourse.

The Sabbath morning message will be presented by Pastor Elie Henry, President of the Inter-America Division, as he challenges members to rise to new levels of commitment and service.

In addition to the plenary sessions, the convention will feature a wide array of seminars and workshops on Thursday and Friday, led by a distinguished group of presenters, including:

• Dr. Eddie Ramirez, Weimar Institute

• Pastor Rohann Wellington, General Conference

• Dr. Laurence Modeste, Deputy Chief Digital Officer, Ministry of Digital Transformation, Trinidad & Tobago

• Dr. Leonard Johnson, Executive Secretary, Inter-America Division

• Pastor Phillip Baptiste, Executive Secretary, ASI North American Division

• Dr. Noel Braithwaite, Policy and Funding Strategist

Adding a special regional touch, four outstanding lay members will also conduct seminars based on their professional expertise:

• Ms. Shandera Smith – Bahamas

• Dr. Noel Morgan – Barbados

• Rebecca Gonzalez and Francesca Brown-Luzey – Panama

These individuals represent ASI’s vision of empowering laypersons to be leaders in mission through their vocations and spiritual gifts.

This robust presenter lineup reflects ASI’s ongoing commitment to excellence, relevance, and engagement in its annual gatherings. With a mix of spiritual depth, practical training, and visionary leadership, the 2024 convention promises to be a landmark event for the region.