Would you consider partnering with us so that we can continue to meet needs of people who will otherwise not receive the health care they desperately need?

Chief Executive Officer

Mike Taylor. PA

B.S. and M.A. Grace College; P.A., Medical University of South Carolina

I have served as a medical missionary since 1989. I am a PA in primary care, I am also a co-founder of Three Strands.

I love working with Three Strands because we empower national workers to provide competent, compassionate, and Christ focused healthcare. I love working with our US based staff and volunteers

Board Member

Ben Wagner

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and certified EMT

Since 2004, I have worked for the National Park Service at Antietam National Battlefield. I am currently the Park’s Facility Manager overseeing operations, maintenance, historic preservation, and construction. I am also a collateral duty EMT.

I see Three Strands healing people with physical afflictions for the glory of God. Most importantly, I see God working through Three Strands to raise people from spiritual death to life – I want to be a part of that!

In addition to serving on the board, I help manage the operation in Haiti, including the nutrition program.

Board Member

Matt Starrett

Bio coming soon!

Board Member, Database Manager

Pastor Doug Courter

Th.M. in Biblical Counseling, Grace Theological Seminary.

In my career, I have served as both Associate and Lead Paster in several churches. I also teach IT at the university level.

I appreciate Three Strands’ commitment to being Christ-Centered and providing competent, compassionate care. Along with serving on the board, I also manage the Three Strands’ database.

Board Member

Luke Humberd

Bio coming soon!

Board Member

Dr. Babak Iranmanesh

Bio coming soon!

Board Member

Dr. Richard Klopp

A PhD in Philanthropic Studies from Indiana University Lilly School of Philanthropy and an MA in Theology/Philosophy from Laval University, Quebec, Canada. 

Through my company AVENIR Consulting, I bring a lifetime of Africa experience and 3 decades of leadership in organizations with an international scope to my role as a Three Strands’ board member.  
Three Stands is an opportunity for me to be present with my African brothers and sisters in their suffering as we try to turn good intentions into great solutions.

Board Member

Dr. Sean Cannone

Graduate of University of Akron, and Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Board certified in family medicine and am a certified Medical Director.

I began in private geriatric medicine practice in 2001. University Hospitals (Cleveland, OH): System Medical Director, Population Health Evolution Health: SVP & Executive Medical Director for Population Health Trident USA Health Services: CMO MPAC Healthcare: CMO Optum (United Healthcare): Ohio Medical Director.

I believe in the mission/vision of the organization to serve those in need, seeking to relieve physical and spiritual suffering in a way that is compassionate, competent, and Christ-centered. I have seen the work first hand and have seen the amazing work that the people of CAR are capable of doing with the right training, resources and support. I have traveled to CAR a couple of times to see the impact of the Three Strands’ investment there and feel that I can best serve the mission of Three Strands by 1) praying for and encouraging the leadership of Three Strands and our partners in CAR and Haiti, 2) providing advisory support and help in vision-casting for the future of Three Strands, 3) messaging the work of Three Strands in hope of expanding our support network and our impact in the world for Christ.

I am so appreciative for the investment that Mike & Myra have made in my life and the lives of my wife and children. They have cared for us, prayed for us, encouraged us, and given me an amazing and unique opportunity to be a part of the Three Strands’ mission. I hope I can continue to give back in a way that helps to advance this mission, encourage our partners around the world, and connect my family to the work that Christ is doing in CAR and Haiti.

Board Member

Dr. Greg Mowery

M.D. Loma Linda University

I am an Otolaryngologist at Heritage Medical Associates in Tennessee.

I am thankful for the opportunity to use my medical skills to help others and partner with national colleagues in Haiti and CAR.

Board Member

Laura Rupert, PA

Bio coming soon!

Donor Relations

Melinda Woda, RN

Bio coming soon!

Social Media

Brenda Artrip

B.A. Mount Vernon Nazarene University

I’m a former life insurance compliance manager and development director. Currently I use my small photography business to raise money for mission work. I am also a full-time volunteer.

Some of the sweetest people I know live in the Central African Republic. I’m thankful to support an organization that serves their health and spiritual needs.

Board Member, Database Manager

Pastor Doug Courter

Th.M. in Biblical Counseling, Grace Theological Seminary.

In my career, I have served as both Associate and Lead Paster in several churches. I also teach IT at the university level.

I appreciate Three Strands’ commitment to being Christ-Centered and providing competent, compassionate care. Along with serving on the board, I also manage the Three Strands’ database.

Board Member

Matt Starrett

Bio coming soon!

Donor Communication

Leah Jobson, PA

B.S. Psychology, University of Georgia; M.S. Physician Assistant, Medical College of Georgia

Internal Medicine Physician Assistant

I am honored to volunteer for an organization that is focused on loving others with ongoing and wholistic Christ-centered medical care. I enjoy communicating with our generous donors.

Donor Relations

Myra Taylor

B.S. Nursing

I have had a diverse career including nursing in a hospital context, cleaning crew member at a local college; stay at home mom and now nana!

I love the people in CAR and Haiti and want to be a part of showing the love of Jesus through physical and spiritual care.

Three Strands is doing incredible work through our national colleagues as they minister to their own people, providing good, competent care with compassion, gentleness, and kindness. I am honored to be a part of that work.

Administrative Assistant

Alex Spuller

B.A. Youth Ministry, Grace College

Community Grace Brethren Church: Administrative Assistant; Warm Beach Camp: Staff Guide/ Assistant Program Manager

I believe the mission of Three Strands is not only life changing, but world changing. By providing compassionate, competent, Christ-centered healthcare to those who need it, Three Strands offers wholistic care to some of the least reached people in our world. Partnership with Three Strands is partnership with the active mission and agents of Christ. Who wouldn’t be excited about that?

I am honored by the opportunity to serve the mission of Christ alongside the many Godly men and women on the Three Strands’ team. My prayer is that we would see God do immeasurably more than our biggest dreams for this organization.

Graphic Design

Molly Tanner

Graduate, Columbus College of Art and Design

Graphic Designer and owner, Sweet Hammer Press

I serve on the Three Strands’ creative team as graphic designer. I love that I can make a difference by using my gifts and talents to visually tell the story of Three Strands.

Accounts Manager

Arica Edwards

B.S. in Accounting and Business Administration, Sr Financial Analyst at DePuy Synthes since 2002.

Working with Three Strands, I use my skills in accounting and finance in a way to make an impact for the Kingdom in other parts of the world beyond my physical reach.