About this Event
Every man needs fuel for the journey.
Life can take a lot out of a man. Setbacks, loss, disappointment, mistakes, financial challenges, broken relationships, and difficult seasons can leave your tank empty and wondering what comes next.
The 2nd Annual Kingdom Men of Action Conference is a one-day experience designed to encourage, equip, and connect men from all walks of life as they pursue purpose, strengthen their faith, and navigate life’s challenges and opportunities. We’re here to encourage men ages 25-55 to turn obstacles into opportunities and find the fuel they need for the journey ahead.
Centered on restoration, recovery, resilience, and purpose, this experience challenges men to recognize what has been lost, rebuild what has been damaged, recover what is possible, and find the strength to keep moving forward.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Fuel for Your Purpose - Keynote
A powerful keynote by Eldra Jackson, III on adversity, recovery, resilience, and discovering purpose on the other side of difficult seasons.
Restore & Recover: After Facing Adversity - Panel Discussion
A candid panel exploring second chances, overcoming barriers, restoring hope, accessing resources, and the work of rebuilding and transformation.
Featuring: Chief Lyle Martin, Dr. Klayton Smith, and Jaubrae Dixon (moderator)
Fuel for the Comeback - Keynote
Jim Damian shares his personal story of resilience, business success, setbacks, and lessons learned along the way.
Full Tank Finances - Panel
Practical conversations about rebuilding financial stability, recovering from setbacks, managing resources, navigating unexpected career pivots and creating a healthier financial future.
Panel: Adrian Nevarez, Myron Williams, Jim Damien and Blaine Hodge (moderator)
Alignment Bay: Spiritual Wellness - Speaker
Morgan Clayton, Hon. D. shares encouragement on how to realign with God, refuel your faith, and receive strength and direction for the next leg of the journey.
LIVE Brother to Brother Podcast & Q&A
An honest, interactive conversation featuring Dr. Traco Matthews, Dr. Keith Wolaridge, Dr. Hugh Beatty, and Devonne Edwards, with audience questions on faith, purpose, leadership, and life.
Worship, Prayer & Connection
Space to worship, pray, reflect, build brotherhood, and connect with resources and leaders from across the community.
This Is Your Invitation
You may be rebuilding. You may be recovering. You may be starting over. Or you may simply need to refuel for what's ahead.
Wherever you are on the journey, there is still more ahead.
Whether you're a husband, father, son, leader, entrepreneur, student, or simply a man looking for direction and connection, there is a place for you at KMOA.
Come ready to restore, recover, rebuild, and rise.
Invite a man to attend with you.
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Bringing a group of 8 men? Email [email protected] for a Group Discount code.
Agenda
Welcome
Worship & Prayer
Fuel for Your Purpose - Keynote
Host: Eldra Jackson III, Evolving Human
Info: A powerful keynote by Eldra Jackson, III on adversity, recovery, resilience, and discovering purpose on the other side of difficult seasons.
Restore & Recover After Facing Adversity - Panel
Host: Jaubrae Dixon, Moderator
Info: A candid conversation about second chances, overcoming barriers, and finding a path toward restoration. Panelists will share lived and professional perspectives on restoring hope, accessing resources, embracing transformation, and working together to build communities where men can rebuild and thrive.
Panelists: Chief Lyle Martin, Dr. Clayton Smith, Eldra Jackson, Alexia Torres & Dr. Jeanine Kraybill (Expungements), Jaubrae Dixon, Moderator
Fuel for the Comeback - Keynote
Host: Jim Damian, Managing Partner - Linean
Info: Jim Damian shares his personal story of resilience, business success, setbacks, and lessons learned along the way.
Full Tank Finances: Financial Wellness & Recovery - Panel
Host: Blaine Hodge-Richard, KCBCC President, Panel Moderator
Info: Rebuilding financial stability, recovering from setbacks, managing resources, navigating career pivots, and creating a healthier financial future.
Panel: Adrian Nevarez, Myron Williams, Jim Damien and Blaine Hodge, moderator.
Refuel Your Faith: Spiritual Wellness - Speaker
Host: Dr. Morgan Clayton
Info: A short, encouraging message designed to help men realign with God, refuel their faith, and receive the spiritual strength and direction they need for the next leg of their journey—through both the mountaintops and the valleys.
Live Brother To Brother Podcast
Info: A live, interactive Brother To Brother Podcast featuring candid conversation, practical wisdom, and audience Q&A on faith, purpose, leadership, and life.
Featuring Dr. Traco Matthews, Dr. Keith Wolaridge, Dr. Hugh Beatty, and Devonne Edwards, moderator.
Lunch
Comedy
Host: D'Maurier "DJ" Johnson
Call To Action
Host: Jovon Dangerfield, Host
Event venue & nearby stays
Bakersfield College, 1801 Panorama Drive, Bakersfield, United States
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