Bring the Mission to Life

Invite a Living Water speaker to inspire your community with stories of faith, global partnership, and the transformational impact of safe water.

Meet Our Speakers

Whether you're looking to inspire your congregation, equip leaders, engage supporters, or deepen your community's understanding of global mission, we'll help connect you with the right speaker for your event.

U.S. Speakers

Aleisha Elliott

Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

Aleisha Elliott has served as Director of MEL at Living Water since 2023, bringing nearly 15 years of experience in global public health, community development, and WASH. She holds an M.S. and Ph.D. in Epidemiology and serves as principal investigator for the Ripple Effects Impact Study. Aleisha speaks on how WASH programs shape community flourishing, using data to tell stories of physical, social, and spiritual transformation.

Andrew Hein

Senior Director, US Church Engagement​

Andy has more than 35 years of experience as a pastor, teacher, and mission leader. He equips church leaders to engage their congregations in the Great Commission, helping churches discover meaningful ways to participate in God’s work through global partnerships, discipleship, and lasting community transformation.

Aubrey Bills

Senior Director of Storytelling & Engagement
Aubrey leads storytelling and communications at Living Water, working with teams around the world to share stories of transformation as communities gain access to safe water and experience the love of Jesus. With a background in communications and nearly a decade at Living Water, she brings a unique perspective on the intersection of storytelling, global mission, and meaningful supporter engagement. Aubrey speaks on storytelling, communications, and the power of stories to connect people to purpose and inspire action.

Brian Owen

Director, US Church Engagement

Brian brings more than 30 years of ministry experience, including 12 years as a pastor and two decades with Cru in leadership roles across the United States and Eastern Europe. He is passionate about helping churches connect their faith with practical action, equipping congregations to engage in global mission and lasting community impact.

Jonathan Wiles

Chief Executive Officer

Jonathan Wiles has served Living Water International for more than 20 years, from storyteller to strategist to Chief Executive Officer. With a PhD in Organizational Leadership and an MA in International Development, Jonathan brings a unique perspective on global development, organizational leadership, and the role of the Church in addressing the world’s water crisis with excellence, innovation, and the love of Jesus.

Mike Mantel

President

Dr. Michael J. Mantel has served as President of Living Water International since 2008, leading the organization in mobilizing churches around the world to bring safe water and the hope of the gospel to communities in need. With more than 30 years of experience serving the global Church, Mike speaks on faith, leadership, and God’s work through local churches to bring lasting physical and spiritual transformation.

Voices Across Living Water

Living Water’s global team includes a diverse network of highly skilled leaders and practitioners who bring firsthand experience, deep expertise, and perspectives shaped by the countries and communities where we serve.

Ana Rivera

Director of Strategic Partnerships

Ana is a Honduran development professional with more than 20 years of experience working with international organizations in strategic planning, program development, and partnerships. With a background spanning communications, global development, and project management, she brings a multidisciplinary perspective to creating sustainable impact. Ana speaks on global development, strategic partnerships, and how collaboration can help communities create lasting change.

Lilian Mabonga, PhD

Director of Program Compliance

Lilian is a global development leader with more than 18 years of experience leading transformational programs across Africa, India, Latin America, and the United States. She provides strategic oversight for Living Water’s programs across 15 countries, bringing deep expertise in organizational leadership, partnerships, and sustainable development. Lilian speaks on transformational leadership, navigating complexity, and turning vision into lasting, locally driven impact.

Lindani Dube

Living Water International, Zimbabwe

Lindani brings more than 32 years of experience as a pastor, teacher, and church leader in Zimbabwe. Formerly General Secretary of the Evangelical Fellowship of Zimbabwe, he now serves with Living Water International, helping churches engage in holistic mission through biblical teaching, WASH, and collaborative partnerships. Lindani speaks on faith, church leadership, and the role of the local Church in bringing lasting transformation to communities.

Sadoc Aguilar

Country Director, Honduras

Born and raised in Honduras, Sadoc brings more than 20 years of experience serving with Christian organizations across Latin America. As Living Water’s Country Director in Honduras, he leads efforts to help communities experience lasting physical and spiritual transformation through safe water, sanitation, hygiene, and the hope of the gospel. Sadoc speaks on faith, holistic mission, community development, and the power of locally led solutions to help communities thrive.

Find the Right Message

Every audience is different. Explore a few of the topics our speakers frequently address, and we'll help tailor the presentation to your event.

Faith & Biblical Teaching

Sermons, biblical encouragement, Christian leadership, discipleship, and living out the Gospel.

The Global Water Crisis & Poverty Alleviation

The global water crisis, WASH, international development, community transformation, and Living Water’s work around the world.

Mission, Outreach & the Church

The Church’s role in global mission, serving vulnerable communities, evangelism, and holistic ministry.

Leadership & Organizational Development

Leadership, organizational culture, nonprofit leadership, team development, strategy, and innovation.

Fundraising, Generosity & Kingdom Impact

Biblical generosity, donor engagement, stewardship, philanthropy, and stories of impact.

What to Expect

We'll walk with you every step of the way to create a meaningful experience for your audience.

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Reach Out

Tell us about your event, audience, and goals.

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We'll Find the Right Fit

We’ll recommend the best speaker and shape the message together.

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Inspire Your Audience

We’ll deliver an engaging, relevant presentation that moves people to action.

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