April 18, 2026
Pataskala | Ohio
Keynote Speakers
The huMANity Conference is a call for men to return to God’s design for manhood. Live with courage, conviction, and purpose. Through powerful speakers and honest conversations, you’ll be challenged to move from the bleachers into the arena and fully live out your faith as a man, husband, father, and leader. If you’re ready to stop drifting and start walking boldly in who God created you to be, this is your moment, join us.

Graham Holmberg
2010 CrossFit Games Champion
Health & Wellness Coach
Gym Owner & Founder
Father x6
Luke Freshwater
Army Bomb Squad Leader
Author
Wildland Firefighter
Bison Farmer
Father x6
Justin Ross
Pastor
Church Planter
Fire District Chaplain
Lean Six Sigma
Father x7
Dr Brandon Shriner
Founder
Head Coach
Health Expert
Doctor of Chiropractic
Father x4
Justin Batt
TEDx Speaker
Best-Selling Author
Founder
Farmer
Father x4 
JD Bergman
3x All-American Ohio St Wrestler
Team USA - 12 Years
Health & Wellness
Truth Advocate
Father x3
Justin Kershaw
Michigan St Football Team Captain 2008
NFL
Founder
Father x5
Schedule
|      8:00 am
Breakfast and Conversation
Join us for a relaxed breakfast provided by The K2 Kitchen. Designed to fuel both your body and your conversations as the day begins. Over great food, you’ll have time to connect with other men, engage in meaningful conversations, and build relationships that last beyond the conference. We’ll also have giveaways and surprises throughout the morning to kick things off with energy and momentum.
|      9:00 am
Welcome
We’ll kick off the conference by welcoming everyone, setting the tone for the day, and grounding our time together in purpose and expectation. This opening moment is about alignment—bringing men together with a shared focus before stepping into a powerful day of teaching, challenge, and connection.
|      9:15 am
Justin Batt
Justin Batt will be sharing from a life shaped by faith, family, and the pursuit of meaningful impact. Drawing from his journey of building businesses and brands, he brings practical insight into what it looks like to lead with purpose in today’s world. He’ll also share lessons learned from working alongside authors, athletes, and leaders at the highest levels.
|      10:15 am
Luke Freshwater
Luke will be sharing a message centered on courage, rooted first and foremost in faith. Not just in life’s defining moments, but in the daily decisions that shape men as husbands and fathers. Drawing from his experience as an Army bomb squad leader in the war in Afghanistan, Luke has learned that real courage is steady, disciplined, and anchored in trusting God over fear. Now, as a bison farmer and father of six, Luke lives out that faith-driven courage by building a strong family, leading with conviction, and staying present through the demands of everyday life. 
|      11:00 am
Breakout Session
This breakout session creates space to reflect on and discuss the keynote messages alongside other men. Through guided conversation and shared insight, participants will unpack key themes, ask real questions, and encourage one another in practical ways. It’s a time to connect, sharpen one another, and walk away with clarity and accountability.
|      12:00  pm
Lunch 
                                         
                                               Lunch provided by The K2 Kitchen

|      1:00 pm
Afternoon Kickoff
|      1:15 pm
Dr. Brandon Shriner
Dr. Brandon Shriner brings a powerful message centered on resilience, purpose, and the connection between physical and spiritual strength. Drawing from his background in chiropractic care and his mission to serve others, he challenges men to take ownership of their health. Not just for themselves, but for their families and legacy. He often speaks to the idea that how you steward your body reflects how you lead your life, tying discipline in health to discipline in faith and leadership. Expect a message that calls men higher to live with intention, fight complacency, and become strong, grounded leaders in both body and spirit.
|      2:15 pm
Breakout Session
This breakout session creates space to reflect on and discuss the keynote messages alongside other men. Through guided conversation and shared insight, participants will unpack key themes, ask real questions, and encourage one another in practical ways. It’s a time to connect, sharpen one another, and walk away with clarity and accountability
|      2:45 pm
Panel Discussion - Graham Holmberg, Justin Kershaw, JD Bergman
In this panel discussion, you’ll hear from a group of respected men and fathers as they share wisdom gained through real life, faith, and leadership. Through honest conversation, they’ll speak to the challenges and responsibilities of manhood, family, and calling. Expect practical insight, encouragement, and perspective you can take home and apply right away..
|     3:45 pm
Closing Remarks
Sponsors
We’re deeply grateful for our sponsors whose generosity and partnership make the huMANity Conference possible. Your support helps create a space where men are challenged, encouraged, and equipped to live with courage, purpose, and faith. Thank you for standing with us and investing in something that will have a lasting impact on lives, families, and communities.
Conference Location
Impact City Church
8577 Watkins Rd SW, Pataskala, OH 43062

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