BIBLICA, INC.
PALMER LAKE, CO

The NIV translators are united by their conviction that the Bible is God’s inspired Word. That, along with their years of studying biblical languages, helps them to capture subtle nuances and the depth of meaning in the Bible. the NIV provides the best translation to the original text Professor of Biblica Studies / Westmont College Biblica has a rich and amazing history that stretches across more than 200 years! During the 1950s, the Society became the publishing sponsor of the New International Version of the Bible. When it was completed in 1978, the NIV quickly became the best-selling contemporary English translation of all time. In 2009, the International Bible Society changed its name to Biblica. Today, Biblica, the International Bible Society, partners with like-minded organizations to minister God’s Word in 55 countries. Our global ministry continues to include Bible translation, Bible access, and Bible engagement programs. Our mission is to bring God’s Word to people in a way they understand, so they are transformed by Jesus Christ and inspired to join His mission for the world. Help the persecuted in India Our goal is to be completely humble – doing nothing out of selfish ambition – patiently bearing with each other in love. Accountability is an essential part of living and working as a community of believers, united in faith and mission. We are an international organization that values the perspectives and insight of cultures outside the United States. We are generous in serving each other, as well as our partners, so that more people can be transformed by Christ. We are a team, a family, and a part of the Body of Christ. Partnering with each other and with like-minded ministries and churches helps extend our reach and impact. Help the persecuted in India Stephen is Chief Ministry Officer at Biblica, overseeing the ministry’s global portfolio, and lives with his family just outside Belfast in Northern Ireland. He joined the team in 2011 as Area Executive Director for Europe and was appointed to this global role in 2015. Prior to Biblica, he served with the Evangelical Alliance UK for 10 years, serving first as Northern Ireland Director, then leading the UK Public Theology work, and also the Vice President for the European Evangelical Alliance. Previously, he had been senior pastor of a Baptist church in Ireland. His passion in ministry has always been to see people engage better with the Bible and understand it as God still speaking today, not just “way back then.” He has degrees in Philosophy & Politics, and also in theology, as well as a post-graduate degree in education, all earned from Queen’s University Belfast. He is married to Nicola and they have 3 children; Ben, Maddi, and Levi. When he’s not travelling with Biblica he loves getting to the north coast of Ireland and playing golf! Tracy joined Biblica as Chief Advancement Officer in 2016 bringing over 15 years of non-profit fundraising and marketing experience. Having worked for organizations large and small, with local, national and international reach, Tracy brings a wide array of experience of working with generous families, building fundraising programs and implementing innovative marketing solutions. She comes with a passion to see ministry fundraising revolutionized for the changing giving environment. Bob graduated from the University of Illinois, where he earned a BS in accounting. He has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1983. He spent two years with Capin & Crouse, and spent two years at Living Bible International in Wheaton, Illinois. Bob came to Biblica in 1994. He is responsible for ensuring that resources are handled wisely and strategically, to honor God’s Word and glorify Christ. Aldrin has pursued field-specific missional courses with the University of the Nations in Asia, Africa & Europe and also holds a M.Th in Applied Theology from the University of Wales. He spent four years with Youth For Christ and another 23 years with Youth With a Mission before coming to Biblica. His current role involves setting the vision and giving strategic direction to Biblica’s work across South Asia. Esteban holds a degree of licentiate in Theology conferred by the Faculty of Theological and Religious Studies of Casa sobre la Roca, along with an Honorary Doctor of Sacred Literature conferred by Logos Christian College and in Christian Counseling by Rhema University. Before coming to Biblica, he spent 12 years as president of Vida Publishers, the Spanish division of Zondervan. As Area Executive Director of Latin America, Esteban is passionate in his efforts to advance Biblica’s mission, helping people throughout this region read, understand, and live God’s Word. Laura joined Biblica in 2017. Her career experience ranges from investment banking at JP Morgan Chase to leading the development team at Compassion International. Most recently, she served as VP-International Operations at Children’s HopeChest. Laura earned a BBA-Finance from The University of Texas at Austin. She is currently pursuing her Master’s in Global Issues at the University of Denver. Laura oversees Biblica’s strategic partnerships with North American-based ministries, assisting them with Bible engagement strategies and helping them achieve their respective missions, both globally and domestically. Lindsey studied Natural Sciences at the University of Durham and did her post-grad work at Oxford University. Before coming to Biblica, she worked in the area of political advocacy and policy at the Evangelical Alliance in the UK. Lindsey joined Biblica in 2012, in a project management role. She was appointed as Area Executive Director in October 2015. Her role involves leading Biblica’s Bible translation, access, distribution, and engagement work across Europe. He joined Biblica in 2004 and is recognized for building strong and enduring relationships with ministry partners, resulting in collaborative ministry projects in East Asia Pacific. As Area Executive Director of East Asia Pacific, Richard oversees and manages all translation, distribution and fundraising projects and activities in the area.