CREAT!VE
LEGACY
Empowering Christian
Artists and Entrepreneurs
FULL SCHEDULE
THURSDAY [MARCH 19]
6:00 pm Check-in Begins
6:30 pm Doors Open
7:00 pm Aaron Williams | Worship
7:45 pm Caleb Edwards | Speaker
The Gap Between Being Gifted and Becoming Great
Giftedness may be a gift, but greatness is stewardship, and in this talk Caleb will reveal the five disciplines that separate unused potential from those who refine their calling, build faithfully, and bear real fruit.
8:45 pm Andy Squyres | Concert
FRIDAY [MARCH 20]
10:00 am David Forlu | Worship
10:30 am Aaron Williams | Speaker
From Empty Striving to Intentional Abiding
The session will explore theological and practical connections between our life in Christ and the creative work we do
12:00 pm Lunch Break
1:00 pm The Creative Reset: A dedicated guided space to breathe, wander, and let creativity catch up to you.
6:30 pm Doors Open
7:00 pm Joe L. Barnes | Worship
8:00 pm Andy Squyres | Speaker
Integrity Over Image
Andy Squyres will challenge you to reject performance and hype, and create honest, integrity-driven art that flows from who you truly are.
SATURDAY [MARCH 21]
9:00 am John Long | Worship
9:30 am Wayne Johnson | Speaker
Becoming a Multiplier
Building Systems That Scale Your Creative Impact
10:30 am Zac Dinsmore | Worship
11am Jordan Marcotte | Speaker
Don’t Deny the World What Only You Can Offer
In this keynote, Jordan Marcotte will challenge you to stop performing and start showing up fully, offering a practical path from hesitation to confident presence so you no longer withhold what only you can bring to the world.
12:00 pm Lunch Break
1:00 pm Breakout Session 1
[MAIN STAGE] Wayne and Bethany Johnson
Legacy Mastery: Building Legacy Wealth without sacrificing your Marriage, Family & Life
2:00 pm Breakout Session 2
[MAIN STAGE] Phillip Ortiz
Creating When It’s Hard:When life, pressure, and deadlines threaten to shut down your creativity, Phillip Ortiz will show how those very challenges can become the source of your deepest, most meaningful creative work.[BREAKOUT ROOM] David Forster
Turning Average Teams into A-Players: In this breakout, David Forster will show how to turn your hard-earned experience into clear, repeatable systems that empower your team, reduce owner dependency, and build a business that scales without chaos.
3:00 pm Dinner Break
4:00 pm Ryan Kondo | Worship
4:30 pm Live Main Stage Art Demonstration - Phillip Ortiz
5:30 pm Jeff Goins | Speaker
Real Artists Don’t Starve
Jeff Goins will dismantle the starving-artist myth and show how to build a sustainable creative life without compromising your calling.
6:30 pm Justin Rizzo | Speaker
The Work Only You Can Do
In the closing session, Justin Rizzo will challenge you to stop playing small, own your creative voice, and leave with the clarity and conviction to build something that truly matters.
THREE CAREFULLY CURATED DAYS
for creatives and entrepreneurs to:
Be with God and others like you.
Heal what’s heavy.
Find a plan for your next season.
Three days of TED-style talks, worship, small group discussions, and Q&A panels.
We’ve crafted a transformative environment that promotes intentional reflection, rejuvenation, and connection with God, reminding you of your calling to create, build, and thrive within a vibrant community of fellow creatives.
SPEAKERS & ARTISTS
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Joe L Barnes
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Andy Squyres
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Aaron Williams
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Justin Rizzo
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Jeff Goins
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Jordan Marcotte
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Caleb Edwards
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Wayne Johnson
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Zac Dinsmore
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John Leslie Long
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David Forlu
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Ryan Kondo
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Bethany Johnson
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Phillip Ortiz
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Speaker
FEATURED BUSINESS SPEAKERS
Wayne and Bethany Johnson are seasoned entrepreneurs and leaders who have built more than $1.1 billion in global sales while raising eight children and cultivating a strong, thriving marriage. Their work centers on helping high-capacity leaders align their priorities so their businesses serve their lives, not consume them.
Their sessions at Creative Legacy will focus on: Becoming a Multiplier in Your Creativity and Business
Legacy Mastery: Building Legacy Wealth without sacrificing your Marriage, Family & Life
Caleb Edwards is a lifelong entrepreneur, started his first business at age 11 and has since managed numerous ventures while prioritizing family and faith. A personal crisis led him to reassess his investment strategy, leading to a discovery of passive real estate investing that offered high returns without demanding constant involvement. Caleb now helps fellow entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom through alternative passive investments, allowing them to focus on what truly matters.
His session at Creative Legacy will focus on: How High Performers Buy Back Their Time: The Wealth Strategy Most Entrepreneurs Miss
David Forster is a serial entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience in building and exiting service companies, with multiple notable exits in the landscape industry, logistics, and retail. He is the COO of Taussig Landscape, a $4M+ landscape firm in Manhattan, KS, and the founder of Systems Over Sweat, a coaching group specializing in helping home service business owners discover real impact and freedom by replacing chaotic, manual processes with documented, scalable systems.
His session at Creative Legacy will focus on: Turning Average Teams into A-Players
Why CREATIVE LEGACY exists
You create because you’re called.
You build because you’re born for it.
But calling can feel crowded by noise, doubt, and comparison.
Building can feel burdensome because those who go first often go alone, or at least it feels that way.
CREATIVE LEGACY 2026 is a set-apart space to meet God, remember who you are, and move forward with clarity and community.
Most events for Christian creatives and entrepreneurs are either productivity sprints or spiritual hypefests packaged as “encounter.”
Neither of those is what you need.
You need a holy reset with practical guidance integrated so you actually carry it into your daily life and work.
That is what CREATIVE LEGACY 2026 is designed to deliver.
What you’ll leave with
A renewed encounter with Jesus that reorders desire and direction
A healed heart around comparison, scarcity, and discouragement
Clear language for your assignment in the next 12 months
A small circle to walk with after the event
General
$147
Evening Pass
$99
THURS/FRI/SAT PM
Who this is for
Anyone who wants their work to be holy, excellent, and useful.
Entrepreneurs.
Artists.
Writers.
Creatives of any kind.
If you are a builder, a creator, an image bearer who seeks to display the heart of God through your work…
Creative Legacy was designed specifically for you.
BECOME AN OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF CREATIVE LEGACY 2026
Creative Legacy 2026 is a gathering of entrepreneurs and artists who are committed to cultivating deep inner strength for their external calling.
It’s designed to form leaders who are grounded in truth, resilient in faith, and equipped to shape culture through business, music, film, and the arts. By becoming a sponsor, you’re helping raise up and release truth-centered creatives into the world, while positioning your business, church, or family at the center of a movement that is investing in the next generation of Kingdom leaders.
Sponsorship includes meaningful brand and stage visibility, digital exposure, VIP access, and direct connection with influential leaders and artists, all while making a real spiritual and cultural impact.
If you believe in investing in people, stories, and the future of faith-filled business and creativity, we would be honored to partner with you.
CULTIVATING INTERNAL STRENGTH
for the external calling
CULTIVATING
Every aspect of our gathering is designed to develop what's inside you. You'll find a supportive community that fuels your growth and equips you to step boldly into the work God has called you to do.
INTERNAL
This gathering is a refuge where you can be honest about the inner battles - doubt, fear, insecurity - and do the deep work required to build a foundation that won't crumble when the pressure comes. Come and prioritize the unseen work that makes the visible work sustainable.
STRENGTH
Creative Legacy was started by creatives and entrepreneurs whose strength is rooted in Scripture and their relationship with Jesus. Come and learn how to build unshakable internal resilience through faith, so you can steward your calling with endurance and excellence.
EXTERNAL CALLING
God has placed something specific on your life, a business to build, a story to tell, art to create, and people to reach. This gathering will help you clarify what you're called to do and give you practical tools to actually do it. Whether you're just starting or already in the thick of it, you'll leave equipped to steward your calling with courage and intentionality.
PRACTICAL DETAILS
Venue: Life Mission Church 16111 S Lone Elm Rd, Olathe, KS 66062
Parking: Free on-site
Airport: MCI (Kansas City)
Hotels: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Olathe South, Candlewood Suites Olathe, Hilton Garden Inn Olathe, Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Olathe
Childcare: Not provided. Nursing mothers’ room available.
You are
not alone.
This Gathering is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and artists through collaboration and shared experiences.
FAQ
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Absolutely not. The Creative Legacy Gathering provides a space for everyone to engage with the arts, supporting and celebrating authentic creative expression. Together, we can inspire and uplift one another.
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We believe all people are creative because we were made by a God who is creative. Here’s a few things to ask yourself. If you find joy in expressing ideas, seeing beauty in everyday life, or feel inspired to create, this gathering is for you. Creativity isn't limited to traditional art forms; it's about how you approach problems, express emotions, and connect with others. If you’ve ever imagined, daydreamed, or pursued a hobby that brings you joy, you are a creative. Embrace your unique perspective and come gather with us.
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As much as we'd love to, no online streaming is available.
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No meals are provided, but a lunch and dinner break will be given on Saturday and there are plenty of nearby places to eat.
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