James Peck, DDS, is the Chief Executive Officer of FaithWorks Capital. Known for fostering innovative business practices, his work is defined by a steadfast commitment to strategic growth and operational excellence.

Dr. Peck cares about improving people's health and well-being. Building dental practices during the Great Recession gave him the skills to grow profitable healthcare ventures. He uses these real-world experiences to ensure the firm's execution of its vision, mission, and core values.

Dr. Peck lives in Edmond, OK. He is a member of Bridgeway Church in Oklahoma City and actively engages in medical and dental mission work. His ethos is deeply rooted in his faith, which also guides his professional work.

As the Chief Visionary Officer of FaithWorks Capital, Robert Lewis brings an innate desire to see his community thrive. Born and raised in Oklahoma, he is deeply rooted in his community.

With a B.A. in legal psychology and extensive experience in martial arts, Lewis embarked on an entrepreneurial journey. His knowledge and talents have paved the way for multiple successful businesses. Each venture is a testament to his ability to spot opportunities, devise strategic plans, and build teams to execute his vision.

Lewis is a man of faith, integrity, compassion, and humility. His life is a testament to these values, and he strives to bring them into his business endeavors at FaithWorks, aligning his personal faith with business goals.

Zachary Todd is the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of FaithWorks. He has extensive experience working with Fortune 500 companies and is committed to fostering growth for businesses and investors by creating purpose-driven leaders.

Todd is an alumnus of The Wharton School and specializes in scaling organizations through executive leadership and capital discipline. His experience leading business units across multiple countries in corporate environments makes him a valuable member of the FaithWorks team. He's also a dedicated husband and father who enjoys the outdoors and traveling with his family. His commitment to improving communities around Oklahoma and beyond through faith-based investments shines through in everything he does.

Jason Barnhill, EVP and Chief Credit Officer at InterBank, leverages his extensive background in commercial banking, financial strategies, risk governance, operational leadership, and strategic planning to align seamlessly with Faithworks Capital's mission.

With a career spanning over two decades in commercial banking, Jason has shaped credit policies that foster financial stability, growth, and sound governance. His deep understanding of market dynamics and risk assessment has been crucial in shaping safe and sound frameworks that capitalize on emerging opportunities while mitigating potential downsides.

Jason's unique skill set fills a strategic gap within our board, bringing a focused expertise that complements our existing strengths. His presence ensures that our advisory board benefits from a diverse array of perspectives, enhancing our decision-making processes and reinforcing our commitment to comprehensive and faith-centered financial stewardship.

Jason holds an BBA from Oklahoma Baptist University, serves on several not-for-profit boards, and is an active member of Quail Springs Baptist Church. His commitment to excellence and a forward-thinking approach makes him a pivotal asset to Faithworks Capital's advisory board, where he continues to leverage his skills to guide the company towards achieving its long-term objectives.

Gina Betts is a partner in the Dallas office of the international law firm of Dorsey & Whitney. With more than 30 years’ experience in corporate law, Gina is relied on by clients for advice on corporate matters that affect everything from daily operations to entity-transforming transactions. She represents venture, debt and equity funds; middle-market private equity funds; family offices; portfolio companies; and public and private corporations. She has experience in fund formations, going private transactions, recapitalizations, mergers and acquisitions, roll-up transactions, rights offerings, spin-offs, and leveraged and management buy-outs. Gina received her B.A. Degree in Russian language, History and Political Science from Southern Methodist University. She attended the Washington College of Law at American University in Washington, D.C., where she was a published member of the Law Review. Gina has received numerous accolades, including being named one of the “Best Lawyers in Dallas” by D Magazine, and is active in community events including the Crystal Charity Ball and Luke’s Fast Breaks where she is a member of the Board of Directors. Dorsey & Whitney is outside counsel to the Fund.

As a founding partner, David Carstens is knowledgeable in all aspects of intellectual property including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. He brings a diverse technical, business, and legal background to develop effective strategies for clients. Mr. Carstens earned two technical degrees, a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Dallas as well as a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University. He holds both a law degree and MBA from Southern Methodist University. Finally, he has also completed the General Management Program at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

His experience supports both patent and trademark prosecution and litigation, assisting clients in protecting computer software, cosmetics, oil field equipment, medical devices, and telecommunications. His practice includes technology-related transactions, including negotiating license agreements and evaluating intellectual property in preparation for mergers. He counsels clients on infringement issues, employee non-compete agreements, and confidentiality agreements.

He is a registered patent attorney and is licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, the Northern District of Texas, and other federal courts. He has served as a court appointed mediator and an expert witness in patent law. Mr. Carstens is also a Senior Master in the Honorable Barbara M.G. Lynn American Inn of Court in Dallas.

For over thirty years, Mr. Carstens has taught as an adjunct professor at Southern Methodist University School of Law teaching courses on copyright law, patent law, legal protection of computer software, and international intellectual property law. In addition, he has lectured at numerous seminars on intellectual property law, including those sponsored by the University of Texas School of Law and the Center for American and International Legal Studies. He is the author or co-author of several publications that have appeared in Harvard Journal of Law & Technology, Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society, William and Mary Law Review, and Journal of Contemporary Law.

Mr. Carstens has also started a number of businesses including a nationally chartered bank, T Bank N.A., and the innovation platform company, Doxile, Inc

Russell Moore is the President and Owner of 1902 Metal Works, a metal fabrication and installation company based in Oklahoma City. Before carving out the HVAC/sheet metal division of Swanda Brothers Inc., which became 1902 Metal Works, Russell served as EVP for Swanda Brothers, Inc. and assisted in a majority sale to a private-equity group.

Prior to this, Russell worked in multiple roles within institutional finance, serving as the Associate Director of Investment Operations and Operational Due Diligence Director at Multilateral Endowment Management Company (MEMCO), the independent investment office managing the OSU endowment and other institutional clients. There, he oversaw transaction processes and due diligence efforts across a broad range of investment strategies, including venture capital and private equity. Russell has provided outsourced CFO services and facilitated capital acquisition for growth projects, notably the Edmond Icehouse Project. Early in his career, he worked as a bank examiner for the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency performing safety and soundness examinations of mid-size and community banks following the 2008 financial crisis.

His educational foundation is robust, with an MBA and a Graduate Certificate in Business Entrepreneurship from the University of Oklahoma, a BSBA from the University of Arkansas, and various industry-specific certifications. Russell’s diverse experience in financial management, institutional finance, operational due diligence, and business operations make him an invaluable asset to any advisory board, providing a unique blend of hands-on operational knowledge and strategic financial insight.

Jay Risner brings extensive leadership experience in community and spiritual guidance to his advisory role at Faithworks Capital. With a foundation that started with collegiate and camp ministries, Jay's journey through pastoral roles has equipped him with profound insights into organizational growth and pastoral care.

Jay's love for ministry began in college, where he worked with the collegiate and camp ministry of FCA. After college, he served for six years in a Southern Baptist Church as a youth pastor. In 2003, Jay joined the Faith Bible Church staff in the same role. As FBC grew numerically, Jay’s title changed to Associate Pastor, where he gave oversight to a variety of ministry areas. In 2012, Jay departed to serve as a Lead Pastor at Enid MB Church in Enid, OK. He returned to Faith Bible in 2016 to serve as the church’s first Lead Pastor.

He holds a master's degree from Columbia International University and a bachelor's from the University of Central Oklahoma. Jay's expertise in nurturing community engagement and spiritual development makes him a valuable asset to any advisory board focused on community and organizational leadership. With his deep commitment to faith-based initiatives and his rich background in ministry and leadership, Jay brings a unique perspective and invaluable insights to Faithworks Capital's board.