Meet Our Presenters
Meet Our Presenters
Rachel Rhien Tucker
Rachel is the Founder and CEO of Seeking Diligently, an organization which teaches women about their divine identity and potential, spiritual gifts, and discipleship. She is a writer and speaker, and has created two topical gospel study guides. Rachel taught early-morning seminary for five years and is most in her element when she's teaching the gospel. She's spoken at numerous conferences and loves the opportunity to share her testimony and teach people. She's thrilled to be hosting The Arise Conference.
Rachel grew up in Farmington, NM near the Navajo Reservation. She loves all things green chile, and the Land of Enchantment will always be home. She went to school at NAU in Flagstaff, AZ where she got a degree in Spanish and met her husband, Justin. They spent time in Lawrence, Kansas for graduate school, and moved to Southern CA in 2008. They have four children. Rachel and her husband deeply value the education that comes with international travel, and have spent time in many different countries both as a couple as well as with their children, with their most impactful trips being to 3rd world countries.
Rachel loves spending time outside every day, getting up early, dark chocolate, and being with her people. She places tremendous emphasis on gratitude and finding Christ in her everyday life.
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Becky Proudfit
Becky learned about the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ while working for the Walt Disney Company as a character performer at the age of 20. She began telling her story of finding herself in the gospel in 2009 and has not stopped since.
She is a cancer survivor, family history enthusiast, writer, Time Out For Women speaker, and is half the dynamic hosting duo behind hit podcast Cultivate A Good Life. Originally from New York, Becky and her husband Taylor now call the Arizona desert home with their four beautiful and spirited children.
She openly shares her life and faith on Instagram (@beckyproudfit) and believes in the immense power that is found in articulation. She is passionate about helping people to understand and unlock the power of their divine identity and moving forward with faith. You can often find Becky in the outdoors hiking any trail she can find.
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Shawni Pothier
Shawni strives to promote joy in the journey of motherhood, wifehood and the job of
building a family.
She chronicles thoughts, happenings and “how-tos” on her blog (71toes.com) which has spread to encourage mothers and families all over the world.
She has had many opportunities for public speaking including Time Out for Women and has
published a book (A Mother’s Book of Secrets) co-authored with her mother (Linda
Eyre).
She was named the National Young Mother of the Year by American Mothers
Inc. Shawni has five children, (two of whom have brought her the greatest in-laws, and a
baby on the way!), and who have always taught her more than she could ever teach them.
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Marne Traasdahl
Marne Traasdahl is an Arizona native and a mother of 4 sons including one set of twins. She brings a lifetime of experience to the table for women who are seeking more inspiration and support through the doctrine of Christ.
She received a Bachelors degree in Organizational Communication from ASU, & a Ph.d. in Motherhood (Practiced Hope. Daily.). As a recent empty nester she enjoys time spent as a Certified Faith Based Life Coach (do.you.see.now) and FLCA Coach Trainer. She delights in helping covenant women connect to the Savior's healing power and wake up to their true identity and purpose. That’s when the magic happens! She’s thrilled to be launching an “Amplify Through Christ” Retreat for women of faith this summer.
Among her favorite things are being a grandmother to darling Monroe, gathering with her family, lunch dates with friends, and time spent traveling with her husband of 33 years. She will never turn down a chance to smile and enjoys singing with Millennial Choirs and Orchestras. She adores the beach, nature walks, and reading a good book accompanied by See’s chocolate. She’s all about happy endings and loves to help women feel peace no matter what they are facing. Her favorite time of the year is Christmas. Her favorite emoji, the heart. Her favorite child... all of them especially and including her 2 daughters-in-law.
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Wendy Jones
Wendy is the founder and director of The Sister Project, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping women to connect, heal, and serve. She and her team gather women from across the country for 3-day retreats that include spiritual instruction, life-coaching, yoga, massage, and healthy eating. On Day three of the retreat, the women are empowered to remodel the living space of a woman or family in need by using paint, power tools, and furniture.
Wendy's love of service started on her mission to Russia and continued during humanitarian work, both local and foreign, with her husband and children.
Wendy has remodeled homes and furniture for over 20 years, and has infused her love of DIY with her passion for service. She is a certified public speaker and has been trained in Disciple Thought Leadership. She is currently earning her certification as a faith-based life coach.
Nearly 25 years ago, Wendy's parents were impressed with their sharp waiter and insisted on setting him up with their unmarried daughter. She married that waiter and is living her dream as mother to four amazing children. She is a testament to the success of semi-arranged marriages!
It is Wendy's mission in life for all women to know how integral they are in accomplishing God's work on the earth and the power that comes from teaming up with Christ.
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Liz Porter
Liz loves working with women of all ages, to help them come to understand, know and experience their divine identity and purpose. Married to the adventurous and talented Steve Porter together, they have loved traveling worldwide on photography and videography projects. Experiencing so many incredible places, cultures, and people worldwide has been life-transforming.
Liz is the Founder and President of the non-profit group, Noble + Great, where she organizes and hosts retreats for YA women teaching them of their divine identity.
Liz loves making new friends, organizing projects, and being Mimi to 16 fun and adorable little humans. Being an Arizona girl, she loves hiking, sunshine, and all things that include tortillas, chips, and salsa.
Mostly, she loves knowing that she is a literal beloved daughter of God, and hope for all women, of all ages, to know, in their deepest hearts and soul that same all-empowering beautiful message!
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Karli Cleaver
Karli lives in rural Eastern Oregon with her husband of 19 years & four sons. She graduated from BYU-Idaho with a major in Communications and a minor in Health Science.
Karli loves helping people with their documenting questions in her job with Becky Higgins LLC, & is a certified Creation Coach—walking her clients through their journey to co-create with Jesus Christ the habits, patterns, and lives they desire. She feels called to all things documenting and is passionate about recording stories. She spoke at past conferences about connecting more deeply with the Savior through documenting our own stories.
Karli enjoys walking + lifting weights, reading a good book, building relationships (no small talk here, please!), and snuggling up to a good show with her boys. She learned how to bake bread & cut hair in 2020 (handy skills with 5 guys in the house)! Karli is in the Stake Young Women’s presidency and loves opportunities to teach, speak, and coach about gospel principles, self worth, and building a personal & fulfilling relationship with Jesus Christ. She loves great tacos & chocolate shakes, and considers the gift of weeping to be one of her best attributes.
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Becca Obeng
Becca Obeng was born and raised in Calgary Canada, but currently resides in the peaceful Midwest. She is a proud wife and mom to three beautiful children and spends her days raising and nurturing them, as motherhood comes first for her. Becca is passionate about traveling with her family and teaching them the rich cultures and diversity of life.
She served a mission in New York City, and learned how to speak up in a way that makes a lasting impression.
Becca is the CEO and founder of Becoming Undaunted, an organization helping women find Christ-centered confidence. She is the podcast host, an event planner and has spoken many times across the country to both women and youth. Becca is happiest when having daily dance parties, eating delicious food, talking about her goals and dreams but most importantly, incorporating Christ every step of the way.
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Brigette Heller
Brigette Heller is a Motivational Speaker, Emotional Resilience Coach, Internationally Syndicated Speaker and The Next Great American Speaker Semi-Finalist. Driven by personal experiences and a strong passion for empowering women, she runs a successful podcast, “The Strong and Capable,” and membership program, “The Queens Circle.” Brigette said, “It’s time to put a stop to the cycles of shame and hurt of questioning our worth. It’s time to understand who we are, where our identity is leading us and the action you need to take to get there.”
Brigette teaches Emotional Resilience tools for men and women who are seeking to live with purpose and meaning as she opens doors for her clients to step into leadership roles with confidence while taking care of their mental health, spiritual, social and emotional health while strengthening their emotional resilience. Using her “Three Step Strong and Capable Process,”
At each stage of her life, she has either sought out or been asked to take leadership roles. From her own side hustles, to various school PTA’s and nonprofit boards in her church community, Brigette has always been involved in a wide array of leadership positions.
In her personal life, with her husband and best friend, Mike, Brigette has raised a family of three independent children and two loveable dogs. Brigette loves to read every free kindle book she can find, teaches the piano, sings, serves the youth in her church, and occasionally dresses up as a Disney princess.
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Jennie Moss
Jennie Moss is the founder and host of the Latter-Day Ladies Podcast with the desire to share how the gospel lifts us even in dark and difficult times. Through Cancer, Depression, and Chronic Illnesses, Jennie has seen first hand how the Lord can turn ashes to beauty. She frequently brings guests onto the show to amplify stories of faithful women and men.
Jennie is also a fine artist. She is passionate about painting diverse renderings of the Savior and portraits of faithful women. She is currently working on a series of paintings of women and the temple, biblically and modern day. You can find all her artwork on thelatterdayladies.com.
She met and dated her sweet husband at BYU-Idaho, and after serving a mission in Texas, married him in the Los Angeles Temple. Together they are huge fans of Hallmark movies, gut healthy recipes and road-trips to the temple. She loves being a mama to her four rad kids, and has found her joy expand by learning and growing with them.
Jennie’s main desire and focus in life is to encourage those who feel lost, broken or lost in the deep end of trials. She has seen Jesus Christ transform and heal her broken heart many times over, and knows that He can do the same for all children of God.
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Kara Poelman-Kelly
Kara is a seeker of knowledge, lover of art, literature, travel, and exercise.
As Stake Relief Society President, Kara is passionate about serving her community and helping those in need. In high school Kara had the privilege of serving as a Senate Page in Washington D.C. for Senator Jake Garn. This opened her mind and heart early to different perspectives and the ability of individuals to make a difference. She believes that we can all learn from each other.
After attending BYU Provo for two years and a semester at the BYU Jerusalem Center, Kara got her bachelors degree from the University of Utah in Exercise Science and and Masters Degree in Human Performance from the University of Wisconsin.
Life is a journey, and Kara is constantly seeking to grow and evolve. She desires to explore the beauty of the world and the depth of the human spirit.
Kara is the mother of 4 children and lives in Gilbert, Arizona with her husband, youngest daughter and two dogs.
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Summer Martin
Summer was born in Houston Texas but raised and resides in Arizona. Most of her life has been focused on teaching and working with the youth and in specific the rising generation of women. She has also spent time in various leadership roles, including being president of a prominent women's organization.
She is a proud mother of four and has been able to focus on her family while maintaining a successful career. She loves being with family and friends, traveling, ice cream, soda shops and pickleball.
Summer has always loved singing and writing music. She has been invited and participated in various concerts, conferences and enjoys singing in The Spire Choir with Rob Gardner. She has a passion for sharing her testimony through music and helping promote the gospel of Jesus Christ. She is currently working with the youth and loves life to the fullest.
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