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Joe Kochis is CEO of HeartWise Ministries. He brings a love of people, family, and God to HWM. Joe has extensive executive and leadership experience. Joe is willing to use his God given talents in service. Joe has been married to Elaine for forty-seven years and have two children. Having lived in the Chattanooga area since 1983, He has networked with and served many other ministries. As the CEO, he is challenged with managing the board, public relations, and the many details of HeartWise Ministries.

James L. Marcum is speaker/director of Heartwise Ministries. He is a Cardiologist practicing with the Chattanooga Heart Institute. He is very active in the television, radio, and print arm of Heartwise Ministries. He is married to Sonya and has two children, Kelli and Jake, he enjoys music and outdoor activities.

Tim Kochis is the Radio Director for Heartwise Ministries producing and directing Heartwise: mind, body, and spirit with Charles Mills. This radio program is heard weekly across North America. He is also head of engineering for LifeTalk Radio. Tim owns and operates an independent radio station as well as frequently assisting other ministries with engineering projects. Tim is single with an enormous extended family. He loves people, enjoys travel and spending time with his family and friends.

Michael Bell is Director of Television Ministries for Heartwise Ministries. He is director of "Bible RX", and the new health program, "At the Heart of Health". He works at LifeTalk and is the director of "Steve Gallimore Live", a daily Christian news journal. These programs are viewed worldwide proclaiming truth. He is married to Heidi. He does not mind cold weather having grown up in Michigan. Michael enjoys home improvement projects, family, outdoor activities,
and fine dining.

Matt Bosley is Director of graphics and advertising for Heartwise Ministries. His work is viewed daily in the media in the form of advertising, internet, and television graphics. His creative energy is recognized and appreciated. Matt hails originally from Washington, D.C. Matt loves automobiles and enjoys landscaping.

Craig Ammerall a Critical Care Respiratory Therapist knows the importance of optimal pulmonary health, and through his articles will help everyone "breathe better". He is married to Melissa and has two children, Ian and Kayden. He enjoys exercising, reading, and spending time with God and family.

Charles Mills is the host and creative energy behind the acclaimed radio program Heartwise: mind, body, and spirit. Charles owns and operates Christian communications based in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. This popular and well known host has authored more than forty books, written extensively, and is the former editor of Vibrant Life. Charles has traveled the world and has interviewed leading health experts. His approach to a healing ministry is based on vibrant portraits of Jesus, revealing the Savior's love through fresh relevant words, images, and sounds. Charles enjoys photography, music, bird watching and spending time with his wife, Dorinda.

Dr. Lisa Umphrey is a talented cardiologist who will be the Women's Health editor at HeartWise Ministries. Dr. Umphrey will begin work at the Chattanooga Heart Institute in September 2010. She is a graduate of Loma Linda University and received her Internal Medicine training at the Mayo Clinic Arizona. She is finishing her cardiology training at The University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Lisa is married to Keith and have a son living in Virginia. She enjoys outdoor activities and running. She is a dedicated Christian and will bring this perspective to women's health.