Alexia Salvatierra is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. For over eleven years she was the executive director of Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice (CLUE). She teaches and trains people throughout the United States in the principles and methods of faith-rooted organizing.

Norlan Josué Hernández Blandón (PhD, Biola University) is a senior leader at Fresno Pacific University. He is the founder of Faithful Teachings Inc., which partners with local faith-based communities on holistic initiatives for the transformation of society. A scholar-practitioner, Hernández Blandón explores identity, leadership, culture, theology, and inclusive excellence. He is an author, speaker, and contributor to edited volumes and has published in peer-reviewed academic journals as well as thought leadership outlets.