The Men’s Alliance Team

Lt Col David Mills, retired from the US Air Force having experienced firsthand the proven blueprint flying squadrons use to forge powerful brotherhoods.

His vision was clear: apply this same battle-tested framework to ministry. To accomplish this, David founded Men’s Alliance to help churches more effectively reach the men in their communities. What started out as one local group is now over 300 Tribes across the country and around the world. In 2017, the Tribesmen of Men’s Alliance gave him the callsign “Goose,” and it just stuck.

Goose authored Answer with Truth to equip men with practical apologetics training and he is leading the charge to reforge biblical masculinity in America. Through the ministries of Men’s Alliance and Carry the Fire, Goose trains men to become the husbands, fathers, and leaders God designed them to be.

He’s been married for 25 years, has four kids, and loves deer hunting.

My name is Ray “Thor” Wageman. I am a US Army National Guard Veteran. I’ve been married to a wonderful woman for over 32 years and we have 5 amazing children and one beautiful granddaughter. I’ve been a part of Men’s Alliances since the launch of Charlie Tribe in 2020.

Part of my personal mission statement is to equip, encourage and mobilize men to be better leaders of their families, churches and communities. I'm humbled that I get to fulfill this mission through M.A.

Thor is the Deputy Director of M.A., ensuring the leadership, communication, and mission of M.A. are held to the highest standard.

Josh “Sheepdog” Bufford loves to entertain, throw a party, and bring friends and colleagues along. Learning new skills and appreciating God‘s creation from the arts, motors and machines, carpentry, nature and more make life full and wonderful. As the M.A. Director of Operations, Sheepdog ensures that everything we do - we do at the highest level of quality!

My brothers call me Gladiator. I’m a retired Army First Sergeant with 22 years of experience training, mentoring, and leading soldiers—from airborne operations to combatives and service at the highest levels of special operations. When I began searching for my next mission, God led me to Men's Alliance, where my passion for developing men aligned with my purpose of sharing the gospel and pointing people to Jesus. Today, I continue the mission by leading an elite cadre delivering top-tier apologetics and leadership training through Carry the Fire. I'll see you around the fire.

My name is Jeff “Fresh” Van Atta. I am a Husband and Father of two. My work experience has given me the experience and passion for launching new programs and building new teams. Mens’ Alliance has given me the confidence to get off the sidelines and share my faith with others. When not participating in Men’s Alliance events, I am involved in scouting, hiking, and running.

My name is JD “Ripper” Roh. I'm a follower of Christ, a husband, and a father who’s grateful every day for the opportunity to serve in full-time ministry. After 30 years in the restaurant industry, God opened the door for me to step into a new calling. I now have the privilege of serving with Men’s Alliance and as the Executive Pastor at Immanuel.

I’m passionate about equipping men to be strong leaders in their homes and communities, and I’m continually humbled by the work God is doing in and through these ministries.

When I’m not on the church campus or at tribe, you can find me spending time with my bride and daughter, enjoying the outdoors, getting in some range time, or watching/playing football, volleyball, ultimate, or baseball. I love a good cup of Tribe coffee, a solid handshake, and any excuse to have a real conversation.

My name is Derek "Flint" Herren. I have been blessed to spend the last 22 years with my wonderful wife, raising our four children and serving in ministry together. For 18 years we served together teaching middle schoolers how to read the Bible and follow Jesus. As the years went on we were seeing more and more, the lack of discipleship taking place in the home. After years of praying, the Lord led me to Men's Alliance and into a new mission of sharpening men to be the husbands, fathers and leaders that God has designed them to be.

When I am not at work or tribe, I spend my time backpacking and adventuring with my wife and children. And when there is time leftover I like to spend time in my blacksmith shop making new things from old, wornout materials.

My name is Chris “Eagle” Guillory. I am married to my beautiful high school sweetheart of over 29 years, Jamie. We are blessed with an amazing daughter McKayla and son-in-law Jarod (Apache), who are both Army Officers. We have incredible two sons Taylor (Charger) who is an Army mechanic, and Zachary (Locks) who is a junior in high school, who are both patched members of MA. I am an Army Officer, and continue to serve after almost 25 years, living out my childhood passion of playing GI Joe!

Men’s Alliance has helped me to become the husband, father, and leader God called me to be. The practical apologetics training is sharpening me to be able to meet people where they are and point them to Jesus.

I have been a part of Men’s Alliance since the spring of 2023 and am the RVA South Regional Advisor and tribe leader of Gibborim Tribe.

My name is Chris "Coop" Norwood. I am married to my gorgeous wife Julia and have 2 daughters, 2 grandsons and too many pets to list.  I was a chef and event planner for 15 years before starting my career as a Mortgage Loan Officer in 2001.

In 2017, a tragic series of events led me to the season that began my desire to lead in men's ministry.  The loss of three friends, all taking their own lives within a two-month time period, started a fire in me to create a group for men struggling to overcome their internal battles and grow stronger in their faith.

After several years of leading a men's group I was feeling pulled to a change. I was looking to further my own faith knowledge and wanted to be an encouragement to men in a bold new way. When I was introduced to Men's Alliance in March of 2023 I knew God had ordered my steps. Men's Alliance has enabled me to grow in my own faith, to learn how to defend and share the gospel and pour into other men on a daily basis.  I am humbled to be part of this unique platform for men's ministry and honored to be part of an organization dedicated to sharpening men to be the husbands, fathers and leaders God designed us to be!

My name is Tim "Focus" Morrisette. I've been married to my amazing wife Victoria for 12 years, and we have five kids - Three boys, Clayton, Kolby, and Gary, and two little princesses, Valkyrie and Dahlia. I have been in the banking industry for 13 years and started my media company Morrisette Media on the side 9 years ago.

Like many men, I fell into the lie and created a world for myself where work and achievement had become my idol. I was the king of isolating from everything I should have been leaning into, which led to some rough times that my family unconditionally loved me through and helped guide me back to God, who was waiting patiently for me to return to Him with open arms to free me from those lies I used to hold onto.

Men's Alliance showed up at a perfect time in my life and I was hooked instantly to the mission and goals of this amazing ministry. As Director of Podcast - I am typically connecting wires, moving cameras and lights around, and pressing all the nerd buttons that makes what we put out look great and sound great - so we can get the message in front of as many men as possible and start fires around the world.

My name is Dusty "Shadow" Parker, I am just a regular guy who's been able to do some pretty cool stuff throughout my life. Men's Alliance has given me what I was missing from the teams I served in while in the Marines. Being around men who sharpen me daily and are there for me whenever I need, is a feeling that cannot be measured. I currently work for the Department of Defense (I've said too much...) I am forever grateful to God for bringing Men's Alliance into my life. I have a smoking hot wife and 2 awesome kids. As the Director of Product Development and Podcast Cohost, Shadow ensures we are putting out the best merchandise and ensures you get a good laugh from the podcast every now and then.

My name is Ryan “Quack” Baker. I have been married for 21 years to my amazing wife Courtney. We are blessed with two children, a daughter named Payton and son named Grayson. I have worked in the fire service for 25 years. God was not always a priority for me, but once I placed him at the top, life took off. My purpose and passion collided, and God began to direct and use me. Men’s Alliance gives me a place to be vulnerable, real and held accountable every day.

My story isn’t all that different from many men. On the outside, things looked solid, but on the inside, I was struggling. After retiring from the military, I realized I didn’t have a true friend in the world.

I was drawn to Men’s Alliance because it reminded me of the brotherhood I missed, but it quickly became something deeper. I’ve known what it feels like to be hopeless, lost, and isolated, and I’ve committed to fighting against those things alongside other Christian men.

Through God’s grace, I’ve become a man of prayer. Over the past few years, I’ve stepped into praying out loud and sharing devotions, and I’ve seen the impact it can make. I believe the only bad devotion is the one not given.

I live in Richmond with my wife of 26 years and our three teenagers. My wife deserves a better husband, and my kids deserve a better father, and I’m committed to becoming that man.

My name is Joshua “Ranger” Davis. I have been married for 11 years and my wife and I have 2 amazing sons. I am retired from the Army and after spending many years around men trying to attain the same mission goals, I needed something like that for my walk with Christ. Men’s Alliance has helped me live out my faith and become a better husband, father and leader. I have been a part of Men’s Alliance since the launch of Charlie Tribe in 2020.

As the M.A. Workout Chief, Ranger constantly raises the bar by coming up with creative new ways to hurt us.

My name is Robby "Crunch" Braxton. Men's Alliance is a huge part of my life. I have learned to lead, to be real, to defend my faith, and to be a better disciple of Christ by being in Men's Alliance. I work in tax law, crunching numbers as my callsign implies, and I am honored to give back to the ministry with my talents. A lot has changed (for the better) since I started with only about 5 tribes and using Excel to track expenses. I lead an awesome group of men on the Men's Alliance Finance Team that ensure Men's Alliance is financially strong.

I have been married to my wife, Nicole, for almost 10 years. We have a 5 year old daughter and almost 2 year old dog. We enjoy traveling (my wife is hooked on Disney trips now) and doing fun activities on the weekends. A cool fact about my wife and me: I started the Men's Alliance tribe and my wife started the Women's Alliance Tribe at our church, Journey Christian Church. We are amazed at how God has moved at Journey!

Men's Alliance is the most impactful men's ministry. Seeing it grow, become sustainable, and change lives is all attributable to God!

My name is Becky Wageman also know as Mrs. Thor. I’ve had the joy of being married to my husband, Thor, for 33 years (and counting), and together we’ve been blessed with 5 amazing kids, 2 wonderful daughters-in-law, 1 awesome son-in-law, and our sweet granddaughter.

I’ve been part of Men’s Alliance since 2023, where I handle all things merchandise—managing orders, organizing the merchandise for events, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

When I'm not processing orders or listening to Thor's crazy ideas you can find me outside enjoying a good book, putting together a puzzle or baking.

My name is Ellen Fitts, and I live in North Georgia. I’ve been married to my high school sweetheart for 10 years, and we have four children. Aside from my faith, being a wife and mom is my greatest joy and privilege. I’m passionate about supporting families and strengthening homes, which is why the mission of Men’s Alliance means so much to me.

I began serving as the Executive Assistant in 2024. With a background as a business owner, I love using my passion for administration to serve Men’s Alliance.

If I’m not chauffeuring my kids, you can usually find me with a latte at a local coffee shop!