Kevin Harney
Walt Bennett
Sherry Harney
Robin Maguire
Blake Kelly
Erika Atkins
Liz Bennett
President and Founder
Kevin Harney is the President and Founder of Organic Outreach International®. He also serves as the Lead Pastor at Shoreline Church in Monterey, California. Through writing, speaking, and coaching, Kevin loves to serve denominations, Christian movements, and local churches both nationally and internationally. Kevin and Sherry have written the Organic Outreach® series of books. They have also published many other books and small group studies in partnership with other Christian leaders. These resources can be found on his website at kevingharney.com. Kevin and Sherry have been married for nearly 40 years and have three adult sons and three daughters-in-law: Zach & Christine, Josh & Taylor, and Nate & Brynne. They also have five grandchildren. Kevin is a graduate of Azusa Pacific University (B.A.), Fuller Theological Seminary (Master of Divinity), and Western Theological Seminary (Doctor of Ministry). In warm weather, he loves to unwind by walking on the golf course with friends. When he can get near snow and a decent hill, Kevin loves to snowboard.
Executive Director
Walt Bennett is the Executive Director of Organic Outreach International®. Walt has enjoyed a broad career path including roles as a chef, submariner, woodworker, physics teacher, insurance company executive, and a nationally certified EMT. He left the corporate world to launch Organic Outreach International in 2016. Walt received a B.S. in Math, Engineering, Physics, and Psychology from Regents College and an MA in Teaching from Seattle Pacific University. He feels blessed to be in a position where he can bring all of his past experiences to bear in growing God’s kingdom. In his free time, Walt enjoys golf, kayaking, cooking for friends and family, and crossword puzzles. Walt and his wife Liz have three children: Will attends Georgia Tech, Hannah lives and works in Seattle, and Stefan lives in Seattle with his wife Katie.
Co-Founder
Sherry Harney is the co-founder of Organic Outreach International and does teaching and training in the U.S. and internationally. She teaches and trains in all aspects of Organic Outreach® and has a deep passion for evangelism in and through the family. Sherry helped develop the content for the Organic Outreach® series of books and co-wrote Organic Outreach® for Families and Organic Disciples. She also serves as the Director of Spiritual Development at Shoreline Church. Sherry graduated from Calvin College with a degree in education and special education. She received a Masters of Theology with an emphasis in Christian Formation and Discipleship from Fuller Theological Seminary. She speaks for local, national, and international women’s groups and events. In addition, she has a writing ministry in partnership with Zondervan, Baker, and Thomas Nelson Publishing. Sherry has written or co-written many small group study guides. She and Kevin have been married for nearly 40 years and have three adult sons and three daughters-in-law: Zach & Christine, Josh & Taylor, and Nate & Brynne. They also have five grandchildren. Sherry loves to hike, read, cook, and spend time with family and friends. More about Sherry can be found at sherryharney.com.
Director of Communications and Teacher
Robin Maguire is the Director of Communications and a teacher for Organic Outreach International®. Prior to joining the Organic Outreach International® team, Robin enjoyed a career in marketing communications before serving as a Regional Developer for MOPS International and Area Coordinator for Operation Christmas Child. Robin holds a degree in Biblical Studies from Colorado Christian University. In her role on the Organic Outreach International® team, Robin develops and facilitates OOI’s communication and marketing strategies, oversees the administration of the OOI online learning platform, and manages the logistics coordination for OOI’s conferences and training events. Robin and her husband Ken have three sons, two daughters, two sons-in-law, and five grandbabies.
Director of Development and Partner Relations
Blake Kelly is the Director of Development and Partner Relations for Organic Outreach International®. Blake directs and facilitates OOI’s participation, partnerships, and involvement with individuals, churches, denominations, movements, and para-church ministries in order to help them infuse the DNA of their ministries with a passion for natural evangelism. Blake earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from WTAMU in 2018. In addition to his love for the outdoors and adventure sports such as climbing or backpacking, Blake has a passion for Biblical literacy and teaching. With his background in business administration and relationship management, he supports the Organic Outreach mission to reach the Church around the globe with the culture changing dynamics of natural evangelism training. Blake and his sweet wife, Lora, live in Canyon, Texas and are expecting their first child!
Administrative Assistant
Erika Atkins is the Administrative Assistant for Organic Outreach International®. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Foreign Language and Education from Universidade do Grande Rio, in Brazil, and has continued her studies in the UK and Ireland. She has served in a variety of administrative roles, most notably as a bilingual executive assistant to corporate presidents. Erika was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She lived in four different countries in Europe before moving to the United States. Erika was ten years old when she first heard about Jesus and God’s boundless love for us and fell absolutely in love with her Heavenly Father. She has the benefit of having a childlike heart, which makes the spreading of God’s love flow naturally.
Teacher and Trainer
Liz Bennett is a teacher and trainer for Organic Outreach International®. Liz was raised in Palm Desert, CA. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a minor in Bible from Biola University. Her career path has included management at an insurance company, bookkeeping, teaching, and homeschooling. She has been involved with Children, Youth, and Women’s Ministries all of her adult life. She enjoys hosting exchange students, home groups, and Bible studies. Liz is married to Walt Bennett and they have three children: Will and his wife Nora attend West Texas A&M, Hannah lives and works in Seattle, and Stefan lives and works in Seattle with his wife Katie. In her free time, she likes hiking, traveling, and getting together with friends.
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A. Identifiers | Contact details, such as real name, alias, postal address, telephone or mobile contact number, unique personal identifier, online identifier, Internet Protocol address, email address, and account name |
B. Personal information as defined in the California Customer Records statute | Name, contact information, education, employment, employment history, and financial information |
Gender and date of birth | ||
Transaction information, purchase history, financial details, and payment information | ||
Fingerprints and voiceprints | ||
Browsing history, search history, online | ||
Device location | ||
Images and audio, video or call recordings created in connection with our business activities | ||
Business contact details in order to provide you our Services at a business level or job title, work history, and professional qualifications if you apply for a job with us | ||
Student records and directory information | ||
Inferences drawn from any of the collected personal information listed above to create a profile or summary about, for example, an individual’s preferences and characteristics | ||