Welcome to Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce

Mina Carlson is a visionary entrepreneur and purpose-driven leader whose passion for integrating business success with faith-based values has created a lasting impact in both corporate and ministry spaces. Her extensive experience includes helping startups achieve significant growth through their operations and people, advising large corporations, and inspiring leaders through strategic coaching and consulting.
Mina brings a unique combination of faith, strategy, and innovation, empowering those around her to achieve their highest potential. 

Larnell Ransom, a Compton, CA native, is a dedicated community leader passionate about creating lasting change. In addition to his leadership position, with the YMCA, He is the co-founder of Bedz In Our Hood, a partnership with Sleep in Heavenly Peace that provides beds to children in need. He also leads Toyz In Our Hood, an initiative that brings holiday joy to families, and Fathers Up, a program encouraging fathers to be present in their children's lives.

As co-founder and Chief Community Visionary of D2O Water Company, Larnell is committed to delivering clean, safe drinking water to communities. His work integrates business success with faith-based values, mentoring leaders, strengthening local initiatives, and inspiring positive change.

 Tim Carlson brings 30+ years of leadership experience from a global industry leader, where he drove strategic initiatives and navigated complex challenges. 

Since retiring from corporate America, he has focused on helping businesses achieve clarity, control, and lasting success. 

As a coach, advisor, and board member, he champions cultures of integrity, honesty, and character.  Above all, Tim's faith is the foundation of his work. Guided by Christian values, he approaches every relationship with purpose, integrity, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference. 

   Kristen George is a leader in corporate engagement, connecting executives and Christian business leaders to address issues shaping business and culture. She began her career in corporate finance, gaining extensive experience in the Chicago market with global companies, before transitioning into nonprofit work, where her vocation became ministry. Kristen builds trusted relationships, creates opportunities that elevate principled leadership, and strengthens organizations around integrity, freedom, and human flourishing. She develops initiatives that equip leaders for greater impact and cultivates networks that align leadership with biblical principles. Kristen is also a Colson Fellow, Class of 2025, in biblical worldview formation. 

  Michelle Ellis is a People Operations and Growth Consultant who has spent her career helping founders, entrepreneurs, and family-owned businesses across the country strengthen their teams, systems, and structure to scale with purpose. Raised Catholic but reintroduced to faith through her husband in 2020, Michelle’s walk with Christ has reshaped her approach to leadership and life. She is honored to serve with the Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce, where her passion for helping business owners grow now aligns with her mission to build faith-driven communities that lead with courage and conviction.  

  Alicia Kern is a professional photographer who has been capturing moments since 1999 and launched as a photography business in 2015. As a devout Christian, she is Kingdom-focused and specializes in faith-based princess photo sessions for girls and women. In addition to her photography, Alicia stewards a ministry aimed at helping girls and women understand their identity and authority in Christ. She has a natural ability to connect with people, driven by her deep love for them, and stemming from an even deeper love for Jesus. Alicia is grateful for the opportunity to use the gifts God has given her while encouraging others to embrace their own talents. 

Susanne Venberg serves as the Executive Membership Director for the Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce, where she is passionate about building meaningful, relationship-driven connections among faith-based business leaders. With a background as a financial advisor and experience in business development, leadership, and strategic growth, Susanne focuses on helping members maximize the value of their involvement while fostering a strong, purpose-centered community rooted in faith, service, and stewardship.

Tania Capin is a results-driven marketing strategist and business operations leader with over a decade of experience driving growth for technology organizations. She brings a strong blend of strategic marketing and operational leadership, having led integrated digital and traditional marketing initiatives that improved lead generation and conversion. Tania played a key role in scaling Health Information Management Systems (HiMS) through its acquisition by ASG, parent company of Radicle Health, and holds a BA in Journalism from the University of Arizona.