Our Team
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Melissa Mashburn, CEO and Founder
Melissa Mashburn is a respected author, speaker, and ministry coach with over 25 years of dedicated service to the local church. Her experience spans many church contexts, having served on staff teams from 90 to over 44,000 in weekend attendance. With a heart for leadership development and a healthy ministry culture, Melissa brings wisdom, encouragement, and practical strategy to every space she leads.
As the CEO of the Ministry Chick Network, Melissa is at the forefront of empowering women in ministry worldwide—equipping them to lead with clarity, confidence, and calling.
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Erin Pickering, Director of Marketing & Communications
Erin Pickering is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in communications, creative strategy, and ministry. As the Communications Director for the Ministry Chick Network and Adult Ministry Director at LowCountry Community Church, she is passionate about building teams, fostering community, and helping people grow deeper in their faith. Erin is also Working Genius Certified, helping individuals and teams discover strengths, enhance collaboration, and achieve goals with clarity, purpose, and efficiency.
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Dr. Brandy Baxter, Director of Leadership & Coaching
Dr. Brandy Baxter is a seasoned leader, financial coach, and strategic consultant dedicated to empowering women in faith and leadership. As the Global Women’s Ministry Director for a multi-campus church and the owner of two coaching practices, she equips others to thrive through intentional discipleship and visionary foresight.
Brandy is passionate about inspiring women to embrace their God-given purpose, develop practical skills, and lead with confidence in their unique callings.
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Jessie Young, Digital Media & Content Coordinator
Jessie is a passionate worship leader, communicator, and encourager of women in ministry. With over 25 years of experience in Worship Ministry, she has led teams through piano, vocals, and mentorship—especially equipping female worship leaders. She is the Social Media Manager and Community Coordinator for Every Woman a Theologian, where her love for theology and community beautifully intersect. A creative at heart, she’s dedicated to helping others know God deeply, see His goodness, and live lives of worship.