Ignite Program 2025

2025 SPEAKERS & GUESTS

RILEY LEONARD Riley Leonard is a standout quarterback for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, known for his athletic ability, leadership, and determination. As a student-athlete competing at the highest level, he understands the pressures of performance, discipline, and the importance of keeping a strong foundation amid life’s demands. His humility and dedication extend beyond the football field, as he seeks to use his platform to inspire others. Riley’s story is a testament to hard work, character, and the kind of faith that sustains a man in both victories and challenges.Riley recently led the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to an 11-1 regular season record, and 3 straight playoff wins including a win over Penn State in the Orange Bowl, paving the way to the College Football Championship game. GRANGER SMITH Granger Smith is an award-winning country music artist, known for hits like “Backroad Song” and “Happens Like That.” Over the years, his music and engaging stage presence earned him a massive following, both as himself and through his humorous alter ego, Earl Dibbles Jr. However, after experiencing deep personal loss, Granger felt called to a new path—one that led him away from country music and into full-time ministry. Now a speaker and author, Granger shares his journey of surrender, purpose, and unwavering faith. His story challenges men to reflect on their own pursuits and consider what it truly means to live a life of significance and service. RICK RIGSBY Dr. Rick Rigsby is a USA Today, Amazon and Wall Street Journal best-selling author who became an Internet sensation when his speech on hope—produced by Goalcast—was viewed by over 300 million people worldwide. An internationally recognized motivational speaker, Dr. Rigsby is the founder of Rick Rigsby Communications. With engagements spanning the globe, audiences include Fortune 100 & Fortune 500 companies, service organizations, educational institutions, and professional sports organizations, including the NFL and PGA. Rick is a former award winning journalist, college professor and football character coach at Texas A&M University. He is also host of the “How Ya Livin Podcast.”

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