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CEO Gathering

After almost 2,000 years since Jesus gave His Great Commission, we still need millions of Galileans® to reach the billions of people who need Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. 

What to Expect

  • We are inviting CEO’s and/or Presidents of respective organizations to have focused discussions, strategic perspectives, directions, and endeavor to have collective action on how we can work together in fulfilling the mandate of Jesus the Galilean.
  • The Founders Inn and Spa at Regent University is offering a complimentary 1-night stay provided for the registrant. Additional nights or rooms can be purchased separately from the Founders Inn here.

Event Details

March 25-26, 2025 (Tuesday – Wednesday)
Begins at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday and concludes at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday

The Founders Inn
5641 Indian River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 USA

Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact us if you have any questions.


Event hosts

Headshot of Efraim Tendero

Efraim Tendero
Executive Director,
Galilean Movement

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Gordon Robertson
President, Christian Broadcasting Network & Chancellor, Regent University

Headshot of Joe Handley

Joe Handley
Global Board Vice-Chairman, Galilean Movement

Headshot of Manfred Kohl

Manfred Kohl
Global Board Chairman, Galilean Movement

Galilean Movement

Event Details

March 25-26, 2025 (Tuesday – Wednesday)
Begins at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday and concludes at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday

The Founders Inn
5641 Indian River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 USA


After almost 2,000 years since Jesus gave His Great Commission, we still need millions of Galileans® to reach the billions of people who need Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. 

What to Expect

  • We are inviting CEO’s and/or Presidents of respective organizations to have focused discussions, strategic perspectives, directions, and endeavor to have collective action on how we can work together in fulfilling the mandate of Jesus the Galilean.
  • The Founders Inn and Spa at Regent University is offering a complimentary 1-night stay provided for the registrant. Additional nights or rooms can be purchased separately from the Founders Inn here.

Event hosts

Efraim Tendero
Executive Director,
Galilean Movement

Gordon Robertson
President, Christian Broadcasting Network & Chancellor, Regent University

Joe Handley
Global Board Vice-Chairman, Galilean Movement

Manfred Kohl
Global Board Chairman, Galilean Movement

Galilean Movement

CEO Gathering Registration

Registration for this event is now closed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Immerse yourself in the passion and vision of the Galilean movement by hearing directly from the Chancellor himself. Click on the video above to experience his heartfelt message, filled with inspiration and a powerful call to action for this transformative journey!

Discover the fervor and vision of the Galilean movement through the Bishop’s own voice. Click the video above to experience his moving message, brimming with inspiration and a compelling invitation to join this life-changing adventure!

The Leaders Gathering

This is the first catalytic event of the Galilean Movement. Hosted by Gordon Robertson, President and CEO of the Christian Broadcasting Network and Chancellor of the Regent University, together with the Galilean Movement Leadership Team.  We are inviting distinguished leaders from USA-based Evangelical Denominations, Para-church Ministries, Missions, and Training Institutions to give feedback, contribute ideas, and share wisdom, as we prayerfully seek God in establishing the Movement’s roadmap.

The movement leaders will present the vision, mission, and strategic plans in calling churches and ministries around the world to exponentially increase the Galileans® to reach the billions of people who still need to make a decision for Christ.

The Galilean Movement upholds the indispensable role of Evangelical Denominations, Para-Church Ministries, Missions, and Training Institutions in providing needed training resources, tools, and strategies to see this vision fulfilled.  The Leaders Gathering will be a unique opportunity to exchange ideas and inputs, and to set in place the action plan to execute this faith-stretching collaborative initiative.

WHAT IS A GALILEAN®?

They are Christlike harvest workers – women and men who are equipped (biblically trained), eligible (qualified), and empowered (approved) to serve in churches and para-church ministries. They are qualified according to the biblical standard set by  Re-Forma or others.

The Galilean Movement is a catalyst that challenges the global church to exponentially increase the equipping of Galileans® in obedience to the mandates of the Lord Jesus Christ. Its mission: enjoin churches, ministries, and training institutions to multiply Galileans®. The Movement is led by a global team of mission leaders committed to the goal of raising 10 million Galileans® by 2033.

The Movement has a fourfold strategy, namely:

Compelling Advocacy – identify and call churches, ministries, and training institutions to accelerate the equipping of believers to be effective harvest workers

Collaborative Action – create a global network of national teams in respective countries led by a National Director who will convene and facilitate connections among leaders of churches, ministries, and training institutions for collective impact

Change Communication – promote a mindset and practices that offer innovative methodologies and tools that will accelerate the raising of Galileans®; and Capacity Building – build and strengthen the organization’s human and financial resources to be an effective backbone support for the Galilean Movement.

  • Complimentary one night stay (Tuesday, March 25, 2025) at the Founder’s Inn and Spa
  • One night stay includes complimentary breakfast

The Founders Inn
5641 Indian River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Virginia Beach, VA 23464 USA

The beautiful Founders Inn and Spa, conveniently located adjacent to the Regent University campus, offers first-class guest accommodations. The resort features captivating Grand Georgian architecture. Renowned art and antiques adorn the property, including noteworthy period furnishings. You will experience the intimate hospitality of a country inn and these outstanding amenities:

Fitness Center – New, updated equipment and spacious facilities.

Indoor Pool – ADA-compliant heated saltwater indoor pool and hot tub.

Bark Park – Fenced-in dog area with plenty of space to run.

The Flowering Almond Spa – With rejuvenating full-spa services, including massage, skincare, and nail care.

Founders Inn Regent University Virginia Beach: Stay on campus during College Preview Weekend.

Hotel: Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Group Name: Galilean Movement
Arrival Date: March 24, 2025
Departure Date: March 27, 2025
Group Code: WEAC2
Cancellation Policy: 72 HOURS PRIOR
Cut Off Date: February 25, 2025

Booking Link:
The Founders Inn and Spa at Regent University is pleased to offer a complimentary one-night stay on the 25th for our registered guests. Should you wish to extend your visit, please use the provided booking link; additional nights will be billed at the conference rate and charged separately. We look forward to making your stay a memorable one.

The Booking Link for your event is now ready for use. Simply copy and paste the URL below into your browser to access the exclusive rates available for this group:

https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=ORFFIUP&groupCode=WEAC2&arrivaldate=2025-03-24&departuredate=2025-03-27&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT

Guest may also call 757-366-5700.

We look forward to welcoming you to our hotel!


For a list of other area hotels located within 10-15 minutes of campus, please check out the links below. 
https://www.regent.edu/student-life/student-housing/area-hotels/
https://www.visitchesapeake.com/hotels/greenbrier-hotels/

Three meals will be provided as part of registration.  Dinner on Tuesday night, breakfast on Wednesday, and lunch on Wednesday.  Founders Inn will be providing the meals.  The menu has not yet been selected.

From Interstate 64 (East or West)

Street Address: 1000 Regent University Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, 23464

To assist you in your travels, please follow Google Maps for general directions to campus. As you exit the interstate at Indian River Road, the instructions below will guide you to our campus:

Take exit 286B from Interstate 64 at Indian River Road. The right-hand lane immediately merges into Regent University Drive, just before the entrance to The Founders Inn and Spa (which also offers access to the Regent campus). View map.

Other Travel Options

Regent is easily accessible from both the Norfolk International Airport and the Greyhound Bus Terminal, both just 15 minutes away.

If traveling to Virginia Beach by air, you may take advantage of Norfolk International Airport (ORF), which offers convenient connections to most major U.S. airports. You may also choose to fly in to Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport, located just 35 miles from campus.

Participants are encouraged to reserve their shuttle transportation directly with Founders Inn Guest Service department. Please call 757.366.5744 for additional information.

Participants are responsible for their own travel expenses to and from the Founder’s Inn.

The average March temperature in Virginia is 60°.

The attire for the leader’s gathering is business casual.

Regent University
Dr. Cornelius Bekker
Dean of the Divinity School, Regent University
Email: clbekker@regent.edu

Galilean Movement
Mr. Third Fermin
Manager for Administration, Galilean Movement
Email: info@galileanmovement.org