Summary: Bishop T. D. Jakes is a charismatic leader, visionary, provocative thinker, and entrepreneur who serves as senior pastor of The Potter’s House, a global humanitarian organization and 30,000-member church located in Dallas, Texas. T.D. Jakes’ mission is carried out through four distinct channels: global humanitarian outreach, inspirational conference series, media and entertainment ventures, and thought leadership forums. Global Humanitarian & Outreach Initiatives include: Metroplex Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), Texas Offenders Re-Entry Initiative (T.O.R.I.) and MegaCARE. Inspirational Conference Series include: MegaFEST, Woman Thou Art Loosed, ManPower, MegaKidz, Fire Code Youth and International Pastors and Leadership Conferences. Media & Entertainment: Under the for-profit umbrella of TDJ Enterprises(TDJE) are film, music, books and other branded products and digital services that extend the T.D. Jakes name beyond the pulpit. A master communicator, his relevant message of hope is aimed at a mass media audience. Leadership Platforms: Bishop Jakes’ desire to mentor leaders is evidenced in his annual intimate training forums. Project Gideon – equips those under 40, while Mount Pisgah Experience assists those over 40 looking to gain mastery in ministry. Thought Leadership: T.D. Jakes has lent his unique voice and intellectual insights to forums such as: The Aspen InstituteThe Willow Creek Leadership ForumThe Drucker Institute, CEO ForumThe Elephant Room
