Dr. Brian Autry, the former pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Moseley, Va., recently became the SBC of Virginia’s new executive director as well as Innovative Faith Resources president. Autry graduated from James Madison University in 1992 with a Bachelor of Science in both psychology and political science. He earned his Master of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1996. In 2002, he received his doctorate from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary with a focus in evangelism, church growth, and church consulting.

Autry and his wife Jennifer have three children: Melissa, Mark, and Jenna.

Brandon is a story-teller at heart with a passion for missions. Since graduating from Liberty University with a degree in Broadcast Journalism, he has been reporting for television networks, network affiliates and ministries.

Along with his responsibility as Vice President of IFR, he is also the Director of Media Services for the SBC of Virginia. Before that, he was the Communications Director of the North American Mission Board. While there, he and his team won 2 Emmy Awards (the 2010 Southeast Regional Emmy for the 30-minute documentary called “A New Hope” about the Angola Prison, and the 2009 Southeast Regional Emmy for the 30-minute missions TV program, “On Mission Xtra” featuring missionary Brenda Crim.

Brandon and his wife, Wendy, have three children: Andrew, Lauren and Raechel… with one more on the way!!

Ishmael loves working with media. He graduated from Liberty University with a bachelors degree in Broadcast Journalism that prepared him for television news reporting for an ABC affiliate station. After five years in the news industry, he followed God’s calling to serve as Communications Director for a faith-based humanitarian organization.

In 2011, Ishmael again followed God’s direction to serve as Media Specialist for Innovative Faith Resources to record and edit video projects.

Ishmael and his wife, Sara, have three children: Ethan, Jayden and Rylan.

Chris has a passion for finding creative ways to utilize technology and media to help organizations grow and work more efficiently. He is also a graduate of Liberty University where he spent his time studying business and traveling around the country with the Sounds of Liberty ministry team leading churches in worship.

Chris has a background in finance as well as non profit marketing and enjoys connecting people. He has a heart for helping ministries and businesses reach their goals.

Chris also enjoys traveling with his wife Jessica and exploring new places with friends.

Patti Spencer is a graphic designer with over 15 years experience in the print design industry. Her passion lies with helping others put their mission in print and especially enjoys making a client's vision become a reality. Having worked for First Baptist Norfolk for 10 years, she understands church culture and has a heart for supporting churches and ministries with their design needs. Adding to her design toolbox, she recently graduated from ECPI University with a degree in Web Design.

Brian Wood started at IFR as a senior intern from Liberty University studying graphic design. Brian started his internship with during the Fall semester and is now a full time videographer, editor and animator. He is also a talented musician.

Brian recently married his wife, Catherine, and are enjoying their new life together.