Conference Information November 13, 2025 5:30-7:30 PM Dillon 2 Conference Hall This event offers students a unique chance to directly interact with Christian business leaders who are willing to impact students spiritually with their personal insights and examples of faith-work integration. Students who attend will receive 2 CLW-B credits. Refreshments will be served. Students Register Here Speakers Tina Boaz-Murray Tina Boaz-Murray is the President; Founder of Mind Dance Marketing, Inc. In 1999, at just 26 years old, Tina Boaz-Murray discovered that brand management wasn’t just a career — it was her calling. Guided by a strong work ethic instilled by her mother and a personal mission to leave everyone she encounters better than she found them, she founded Mind Dance Marketing (MDM) in Houston, Texas. A true testament to Tina’s values and vision, Chick-fil-A, the client that believed in MDM first — remains a loyal partner to this day. Over the past 25 years, Mind Dance has grown into a nationally recognized powerhouse, fueled by an incredibly talented team that drives innovation and creativity for some of the most beloved brands in the nation. Together, they live out the MDM mission of Reinventing How Brands and Consumers Interact through strategy, storytelling, and genuine connection. Now celebrating 25 years of success, Mind Dance is expanding even further with the launch of Mind Dance Media and Mind Dance Experiential—two new divisions dedicated to redefining how brands engage and inspire. From award-winning campaigns to unforgettable events and a headquarters we’re proud to call our own, Tina’s leadership continues to pave the way for the next era of growth and innovation. Beyond her professional achievements, Tina’s life is centered around faith, family, and people development. She is married to Greg Murray and together they have three daughters — Macy, Marley, and Maddy Kate. A proud Houston Christian University alumna, Tina remains closely connected to her alma mater as a mentor for the Center for Christianity in Business and as an active member of the Media Alliance of Houston. Tina attributes her continued personal and professional growth to her trusted circle whose wisdom and accountability she deeply values. When she’s not leading her team or mentoring others, you can often find her enjoying her favorite form of rest and reflection: hammock time on Sundays. Alexis C. Knapp Alexis C. Knapp is Shareholder and Co-Chair, Leaves of Absence and Disability Accommodation Practice Group at Littler, the world’s largest law practice exclusively devoted to labor and employment law for management. An HCU alum, Alexis served as an associate dean and assistant professor of management at HCU’s College of Business prior to her law career. During her almost two decades at Littler, she has been a regular speaker on a variety of labor and employment law topics for employer and industry groups and has handled numerous administrative and litigation matters against individual plaintiffs and federal government agencies. Alexis is board certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and is a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) with appearance in court and before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Texas Workforce Commission and the Department of Labor. Sarah Mizell Sarah Mizell is President, Wealth Coordinator, and Senior Financial Advisor of Cove Wealth Management, a Houston based financial advisory firm with a focus on financial planning and independent, fee-only investment management. Sarah and her husband, Cory, see their role as filters who help find meaning and peace of mind in their clients’ finances and lifestyle decisions. Prior to founding the firm, Sarah worked as a sports journalist for the Associated Press, a commodities floor trader, and a team lead in systems implementation at a large oil & gas company. She is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and has served with a team of financial consultants at Houston’s First Baptist Church in helping numerous families and individuals in the congregation. Sarah is a marathon runner, an active member of boards at community organizations, and a co-teacher of her kids through Trinity Classical School. The Mizell’s have four beautiful kids, who keep life interesting and fun. Glenn Smith Glenn Smith is Founder and President of Glenn Smith Executive Coaching. Glenn has been coaching business owners, executives, and organizational leaders for more than 25 years. He has taught courses on leadership and organizational development in several graduate schools and helped business owners become better leaders so that their businesses can become more profitable, scalable, and sellable. He grew up working in his family’s aviation business, followed by serving as an Executive Pastor in two large churches. Glenn is a popular speaker on topics related to leadership, business, and Christian living. He and his wife Terri have been married for more than 50 years and have three grown daughters and two grandchildren. Glenn attended the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and holds an M.A. in Global Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary’s School of Intercultural Studies. Guest Mentors: Paul Cannon Managing Partner, Fletcher & Simmons PC Ted Collier Founder and President, AVEX LLC David Martin Director of Business Development, Texian Operating Co.
