The
Leadership
Shift
— From Potential to Purpose —
Every generation has a defining moment.
Leadership Shift is designed to equip emerging leaders to move beyond unrealized potential and confidently walk in their God-given purpose.
Through dynamic teaching, practical leadership development, authentic worship, meaningful conversations, and networking, attendees will leave empowered to lead wherever God has called them.
What you'll encounter
Six moments engineered to move you from where you are to where God is calling you.
Leadership Sessions
Powerful main-stage teaching designed to reshape how you lead.
Interactive Breakouts
Hands-on breakout sessions for practical leadership growth.
Leadership Panel
Real conversations with experienced leaders answering real questions.
Worship Experience
Authentic worship that anchors leadership in the presence of God.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with a new generation of leaders across ministries and industries.
Purpose-Driven Community
Belong to a room of people committed to walking in their calling.
Two days. One shift.
A full weekend of teaching, worship, and connection — designed to move you forward.
Saturday
- 1General Session OneOpening the conference — the invitation to shift.
- 2Breakout One · The Digital LeaderBuilding Influence in a Connected World — leveraging social media, storytelling, and influence to inspire people and advance purpose.
- 3Breakout Two · The Marketplace LeaderLeading with Purpose in Every Profession — excellence, integrity, and influence in business, education, government, entrepreneurship, and every space God has called you.
- 4General Session TwoComing back together — the shift continues.
Sunday Morning
- 1Leadership Worship ExperienceCorporate worship + main-stage teaching.
Sunday Evening
- 1Leadership PanelReal conversations with experienced leaders — Q&A and shared wisdom.
- 2Final Worship ExperienceConference conclusion — sending forth.
A lineup that will shift you
Real leaders. Real stories. Real practical wisdom.
Conference Hosts
Dr. Robert F. Dowell
Dr. Alicia Dowell
Drs. Robert and Alicia Dowell — Senior Pastors of New Life Fellowship Church — have faithfully served in ministry for more than 30 years, dedicating their lives to preaching the Go…
Dr. Jacobi Crowley
Dr. Jacobi Crowley is a dynamic leader, author, coach, business owner, generational pastor, community advocate, husband, and father who is passionate about helping people discover…
Conference Psalmist
Domenica Williams
Anointed worship leader, songwriter, and mother to Jael and Izak. For 12 years Domenica has served as worship leader at Friendship Church in Tulsa, OK under Pastor Jamaal Dyer — le…
Speakers
Josh Young
Josh Young is a Lawton native, former professional basketball player, author and full-time keynote speaker. After a standout career at Drake University, he played 12 seasons throug…
Maurice Dowell
Maurice Dowell is a husband, father, registered nurse, speaker, author, and content creator. Born and raised in Lawton, Oklahoma, he is the son of pastors Robert and Alicia Dowell.…
James Keith Powers
James Keith Powers is a licensed Ordained Minister who holds a bachelor's degree in theology from the Minnesota Graduate School of Theology and a bachelor's degree in Behavior Scie…
Juan Thomas
Born and raised in Franklin, Louisiana, Juan joined the U.S. Army after high school and continues to serve today — with leadership roles from Human Resources Sergeant to Army Recru…
Cornelia Avery
Cornelia Avery is a proud ambassador of Christ. She is passionate about seeing the Kingdom of Heaven advance and by creating atmospheres where those around her can be saved, set fr…
Chauntice Purdie
Chauntice Purdie is a devoted follower of Christ, passionate speaker, and faithful servant at New Life Fellowship Church. She actively serves in the New Life Children's Ministry wh…
Panelists
Johnthan Stanton
Johnthan Stanton is a clothing designer, stylist, and tailor with more than 15 years of experience in the fashion industry. Originally from Lawton, Oklahoma, Johnthan now resides i…
Justine Ellis
Justine Ellis represents employers and management exclusively in all aspects of arbitration and litigation arising from the employee-employer relationship, including wage and hour…
Pastor Bennie Elix
Bennie Elix is a devoted husband, proud father of four, children's pastor at Grace Fellowship Church, and Christian rap artist with a passion for serving God and impacting lives. H…
Pastor Angelo M. Johnson Sr.
Mr. Johnson, Angelo M. Sr, is a native from Miami, Florida who is also a retired Command Sergeant Major, who has held many positions in the United States Army. He is the son of Rev…
Kathline Sullivan
Kathline Sullivan has been in the Gospel Ministry all her life. Known as Evangelist E.Kay and as Gospel Rap Artist and Singer TKB "The King's Baby," she is led by the Holy Spirit t…
You will receive
A weekend engineered to send you back stronger, clearer, and more equipped.
Registration is Free
Reserve your seat today for one of Southwest Oklahoma's premier young adult leadership experiences.
New Life Fellowship Church
Lawton, Oklahoma
A welcoming home for the weekend. Free parking on-site. Plan your trip and get here early — you don't want to miss the opening session.