Ty is the Founder and Executive Director of Arise Student Ministry, Inc. He holds degrees in Adolescent Ministries and Theology & Philosophy from Indiana Wesleyan University, with over 10 years of experience as a youth pastor and 5 years leading Release-Time Ministry as an activity of a local church. Ty brings a strong network of entrepreneurial leaders and spiritual mentors, along with his own experience in fundraising and launching new ministry initiatives. His experience in youth ministry and launching Arise uniquely equips him to connect students to local churches and expand the model into new communities.

Peter serves as Chair of the Board for Arise Student Ministry, Inc. He holds a master’s degree in Jazz Studies from Michigan State University and has over 12 years of experience working in public high schools, where he currently directs jazz at Noblesville High School. Peter has a strong history of mentoring underserved youth, including service through the “Kids Hope” program in Marion, IN. He also founded the Hark! Concert Series in the Garfield Park Community in downtown Indianapolis, which brings art and beauty to the homeless community by combining the jazz and arts community with outreach to the unhoused. His passion for education, mentoring, and creative community engagement reflects a deep commitment to Arise Student Ministry’s mission of serving students and families.

Don serves as Treasurer of the Board for Arise Student Ministry, Inc. He holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Business Administration and an MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University. Don has over 35 years of executive leadership experience, including roles as General Publisher and President of Wesleyan Publishing House, CFO of Trinity Church, and founder of Cady Consulting, where he advised nonprofits and ministries in finance, marketing, and organizational change. He has also founded the Indianapolis Christian Writer’s Conference. He continues to serve on multiple boards, including Indiana Wesleyan University, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, World Imaging News Corp., and Wesleyan Financial Holdings. His extensive expertise in financial stewardship and nonprofit governance strengthens the organization’s long-term sustainability and mission impact.

Katie serves as Secretary of the Board for Arise Student Ministry, Inc. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics Education and taught high school math for five years. As a parent of a teenager, she brings firsthand insight into the needs of students and families. Katie has led or directed many week-long events for teens and kids for over a decade. She serves with Family Hope by hosting children whose parents are in crisis. Her background in education and ministry service reflects her deep commitment to supporting youth and families.

Jo Anne is the founder of World Hope International, which she led into more than 30 countries to address poverty and injustice. She has served as General Superintendent and Ambassador of the Wesleyan Church and currently serves as the Interim General Superintendent. Dr. Lyon has held positions on numerous boards, including the National Association of Evangelicals, Christian Community Development Association, Asbury Theological Seminary, and the World Economic Forum’s Council on Faith. She holds a Master’s in Counseling, has pursued graduate studies in Historical Theology, received five honorary doctorates, and taught as an adjunct professor at Indiana Wesleyan University and Asbury Theological Seminary.