Rev. George Hardy

Rev. George Hardy

Pastor

Pastor

Mt. Zion AME Church of Oakland Park, FL

Rev. George Alen Hardy is a father, husband, pastor, episcopal leader, business owner, and, most importantly, a man of God. Pastor Hardy is an advocate for the homeless, elderly, and those who were incarcerated in addition to education. He has worked tirelessly to help provide funding, locations, and guidance for both early education childcare centers and elementary schools. In October 2006, he was assigned to Saint John A.M.E. Church of Pompano Beach, (Collier City) Florida.

In 2011, Rev. Hardy was relocated to Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church in Oakland Park, Florida. Under his pastoral leadership, the church membership had grown to more than 125 active members. That growth made it necessary for the church to expand its sanctuary. In February 2011, Rev. Hardy held ground-breaking services for the new edifice.

He was officially appointed Pastor of Mt. Zion AME Church of Oakland Park in April 2011. He quickly assessed the growth potential and financial status and implemented an aggressive plan to coordinate talents of the membership. He increased the potential for finances by connecting the church with the community and local government.

Rev. Hardy has a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from the Mississippi Industrial College in Holly Springs, Mississippi. He also obtained a Bachelor of Theology degree from the Vision International University and a master’s degree from Trinity Theological Seminary.

Currently, Reverend George Alen Hardy serves as the 11th Episcopal District Coordinator for the Sons of Allen

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Mr. Garrett Davis

Mr. Garrett Davis

Writer, Producer and Director

Writer, Producer and Director

Gdavis Productions & Films

Garrett Davis is the head of GDavis Productions, which began as Rhema Theatre Group Ministries in Raeford, NC, when Garrett wrote his first stage production, “Lord Why Me”.   The immediate success of that first production proved that heartfelt, authentic stories about our lives could truly resonate with people, lighting a fire that propelled us forward. That early beginning laid the foundation for everything to come, guiding our mission of blending entertainment with empowerment for nearly three decades and counting.

Gdavis Productions is committed to changing the narrative around how our community addresses health and social issues. Too often, critical topics like Alzheimer’s, diabetes, or caregiving have been overlooked or met with stigma, so we tackle them head-on through relatable characters and compelling stories — whether on stage, in digital media, short films, or documentaries.

We’ve pioneered an “info-tainment” approach that blends humor, drama, and education to engage audiences on a deeper level. By the end of each production— whether a live performance, streaming series, or filmed documentary—after the laughter and tears, our goal is for audiences to leave not only entertained but also enlightened and empowered with resources to confront the real-life challenges depicted in our work.

Award-winning playwright, filmmaker, and passionate advocate for health equity, Garrett Davis has dedicated his career to turning urgent issues into reality-infused entertainment that transforms lives nationwide.

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