2011 –

• DMIN from Dallas Theological Seminary
• MDIV and MA from Lincoln Christian University
• BA in Biblical Literature from Ozark Christian College
• Doctoral dissertation project adviser for Portland Seminary of George Fox University
• Guest lecturer at TCMI and Asia International Seminary
• Forwarding-agent for “Asians for Christ”

After 23 years of pastoral leadership with several American churches, Derek joined the faculty of Boise Bible College in 2011 to teach in the New Testament area. Then in 2017, Derek transitioned roles to become the college’s 10th president. He has been married to his wife Nell for 30 years…together they have three children all serving Christ and His Church.

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1980 –

Degrees:

Experience:

•  Has been academic dean at BBC for over 25 years
• Twice elected to serve as an officer on the Commission on Accreditation for the Association for Biblical Higher Education (the accrediting association that accredits BBC
• Has led numerous teams on evaluation team visits on behalf of the Association for Biblical Higher Education
• Served as an elder at Eagle Christian Church and First Church of Christ (now Foothills Christian Church)
• Invited to join the management teams for two church plants (Canyon Springs Christian in Middleton, ID and Church of the City in Portland, OR)

2014 –

Degrees:

• PHD in Leadership from Johnson University
• MA in Theology and Philosophy from Lincoln Christian University
• BTh in Preaching, New Testament, and Christian Education from Ozark Christian College
• Harley Davidson Certification

Ministry Experience:

• 15 years working in the local church

He is passionate about mentoring and developing leaders, he loves to take his family camping, especially in the Idaho wilderness. He is husband to Tammy Christensen.

2022 – 

Degrees: 

• Master’s in Christian Leadership from Hope International University 
• Bachelor’s in Biblical Literature from Ozark Christian College 

Experience: 

• 20+ years working in the local church; serving churches in Idaho, Oklahoma, Oregon, and New Hampshire.
• He has experience as a Youth Pastor, Associate Pastor, Interim Lead Pastor, and Lead Pastor. 
• Currently, he serves on a church partnership team for a church plant in Eugene, Oregon (EveryOne Church). 

2021 –

Steven is experienced in business practices, financing strategies, change management, and building teams.  He grew up in Zimbabwe as the son of alumni Dale and Linda Marshall. He is passionate about individual spiritual development and kingdom advancement.

Degrees:

• Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management; University of Oregon
• MBA in International Marketing, University of Oregon

Experience:

• Directed an ailing financial technology towards profitability
• Founded a microfinance company
• Founded a digital credit management company, which introduced the first domestic credit cards into the Zimbabwe market
• Volunteers his experience as a business mentor through the SCORE organization
• Board member of a local non-profit, Create Common Good

2008 –

Degrees:

• Masters of Education from Northwest Nazarene University
• Additional education in Masters Library Sciences
• Teaching Certificate from College of Mt. St. Joseph
• BS from Cincinnati Christian College
• AS from Boise Bible College.

Amber has 18 years experience working in both the public and private school systems. She sees teaching as a powerful ministry, a ministry where one can work with students on a daily basis, showing them God’s love. She firmly believes that teaching is an amazing way to make a positive impact on students, their families and their communities. She is married to Russell and loves, loves, loves her grandchildren.

1997 –

Degrees:

• Masters in Global Leadership from Fuller Theological Seminary
• BA form Boise Bible College

He spent six years serving with East African Missions, and 19 years in a church ministry in western Oregon. His passion for the global church continues through his work with local congregations.

1998 –

Degrees:

• MA degree from Cincinnati Christian University.
• BA from Boise Bible college.

Ross started with us as our student recruiter. Married to Stacie, they have three children. He served over seven years as a youth minister, and still regularly speaks at youth rallies and camps.

2015 –

Degrees:

• MDiv from Lincoln Christian Seminary
• BTh and BBL from Ozark Christian College

Ministry Experience:

• Before joining the BBC Faculty, Vance served in preaching, discipleship, youth, and chaplaincy ministries in Kansas and Illinois for 15 years.
• Vance currently serves on the Preaching Team at Ten Mile Christian Church and enjoys traveling to teach and preach at churches and camps throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Married to Julie since 2005, and they have two wonderful children. He is an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, KC Chiefs, and Kansas Jayhawks.

2014 –

Degrees:

• DMin in Church Leadership from Lincoln Christian University
• MA in Old Testament from Cincinnati Christian University
• MA in Preaching from Cincinnati Christian University
• BA in Preaching from Cincinnati Christian University

Experience:

• Professor of Preaching and Old Testament at Central Christian College of the Bible
• Campus Minister at Miami University
• 5 years of preaching ministry in Indiana and Kentucky
• Many interim ministries

2018 –

Degrees:

• MA in Christian Apologetics from Biola University
• BA in Communications from Boise State University

Experience:

• 5 years working in higher education Financial Aid

Facts: His favorite game is The 7th Continent. He loves to take his family camping, especially in the Idaho wilderness. Ben has three kiddos, two dogs, and has been married to Katie since 2013.

2016 –

Degrees:

• Boise Bible College alumni.

Fun fact: Her grandfather, Alger Fitch was a well known preacher and Bible College professor, and her father, David Fitch served in ministry all over the northwest She has two boys and has been married to Gabriel since 2006.

2019 –

Education

• A.S. in Christian Education from Boise Bible College

Experience

• Linda and her husband,Traber, have served in church ministry in Ohio, Montana, Colorado, and Idaho.

She has enjoyed working in the public school system and in banking, but her greatest joy is her 3 children Olivia, Hailey, and Rylan.

2014 –

Degrees:

• Ed S in Community Counseling
• MAT from Greenville College
• MS in Community Counseling
• BBL in Psychology

Experience:

• Department Head and Professor of Christian Counseling at Central Christian College of the Bible. 15 years experience as a licensed therapist.
• She enjoys teaching first grade in public school system and college students. Fun fact – She loves backpack adventures with her husband (Cody) and their children where they get to explore new places of great beauty!

David joined the Boise Bible team in 2004 after a long career in the Jewelry business. He served as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement for eighteen years before retiring in May of 2022. He has served in various ministry roles including elder, teacher, youth ministry, and committee chair. He has served on non-profit boards for Christian Camping, Church Planting, overseas missions, and the YMCA. He and Melody were married in 1974. They have three adult children and six grandchildren. David enjoys traveling and photography. 

2021 –

Degrees:

• Master’s in Business Administration from University of South Africa
• Bachelor’s in Agriculture from University of Natal, South Africa

Certifications and Experience:

• 20+ years working in project management
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Member of LEAN Construction Institute
• DHS Security Clearance
• OSHA and MSHA 30 Hr.
• Proficient in Project Management Software
• Specific Training & Diploma Courses

Recent Projects:

• Rio Tinto/Brunel 2018 – 2020

• • Rougher Flotation Replacement

• Valin Corporation 2016 – 2018

• • Managed all major projects

• Tesoro/Bergalia 2014 – 2016

• • 150 Mile Crude Oil Gathering

• Jacob’s Engineering 2014 – 2015

• • EPCM Gold Mine Development

2012 –

Degrees:

• ACF Certification

With 33 years of experience in the culinary arts field, he served at The Gamekeeper, Red Lion Inns, Rock Creek Country Club, and Portland Golf Club before BBC.

2003 –

After attending BBC as a student in 1980-82. Nadene married and raised two sons while working various jobs including managing a medical practice and self-employment until 2003 when she joined our staff as the library clerk. She now serves as Academic Assistant where she enjoys using her skills to serve both students and staff.

2013 –

Maxine is the friendly voice you hear when you call BBC and the warm greetings at our front door.

She’s an accomplished portrait photographer.

2015 –

Darla has over 32 years of experience in office management with a concentration in Human Resources, commercial real estate, and international business.

2017 –

Degrees:

• MA in Biblical Languages from Lincoln Christian Seminary
• BA in Biblical Literature from Ozark Christian College
• Currently enrolled at University of Southern Mississippi School of Library and Information Science.

2013 – 2016; 2018 –

Degrees:

• BS in Christian Teaching from Boise Bible College
• Master of TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from Multnomah University
• CELTA Certificate from Cambridge University
• Inbound Marking and Social Media Certification from Hubspot Academy

Experience:

• Admissions Counselor for 4.5 years at Boise Bible College
• ESL Instructor at Multnomah University and College of Western Idaho
• Adjunct ESL Instructor at Northwest University