The Hope People

Cece Winans, award-winning Gospel singer, entrepreneur and champion of faith, joined Dr. Greg Jones to expound on her lifelong commitment to God and how utilizing her gifts for His glory contribute to her achievements and confidence in herself. CeCe shares how her faith has helped her maintain hope throughout her career, and why her desire to please God has led to her abundant success.

In a world that feels more chaotic than ever, with conflicts and uncertainty at every turn, hope remains the force that drives us forward, uniting us as a community to strive for more and to do better together. Now in its second season, Belmont University President Dr. Greg Jones returns with more powerful interviews that continue to highlight those who demonstrate what it means to rise above adversity. This season, The Hope People dives even deeper into the stories of entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, business executives, and community influencers who, despite the growing turmoil, lean into hope and the lessons they've gathered along the way. These conversations reveal how embracing hope not only gives life greater purpose but can inspire all of us to become Agents of Hope in our own right.

Entrepreneur and leader, James Archer, built a successful business based on dedication to values-based leadership and aligning his core values with those of his employees. James shares his intention to lead with a collaborative mindset, utilizing hope to execute his business ventures to inspire others to fulfill their dreams. His involvement with Belmont's Archer Presidential Scholars program and support for the College of Medicine, highlights his commitment to investing in the future generations. Archer's story exemplifies the power of pouring into the passions of others.

In this special episode, Founder and Executive Director of Porter’s Call, Al Andrews, and prominent gospel artist and Porter herself, Janice Gaines, sat down with Dr. Greg Jones for a live recording at this year’s Hope Summit. The duo illustrated how God’s presence led them to their true callings and demonstrated the power of connection through meaningful conversations. They reaffirm it’s only through nurturing empathy and authentic relationships that we gain the perspective and understanding needed to make a meaningful impact on those around us.

As Chief of the Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean of the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, Nahuel Arenas García spends most of his day responding to conflict. As he shared with Dr. Greg Jones, in spite of the chaos, it is the power of human resilience that unites us all and provides hope for future generations. Nahuel discusses the vitality of understanding risk through a lens of inclusivity and highlights how empathy is the key to aiding vulnerable communities.