I met Kem in 2005 at the very first MinistryCOM event in Houston, Texas. We struck up a conversation at a pre-event gathering for speakers and planners and quickly learned that we were both former corporate communication types. I was newer in the transition and found Kem to be a powerful encourager. Over the years, our paths continued to cross at various events and conferences, and on a few occasions, we got together for coffee or lunch to continue that encouragement.