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Invite a faith-driven communicator who brings biblical conviction, public-leadership experience, and clear cultural insight to the stage, studio, or conversation.
About Ryan
Conviction with the clarity to move a room.
A public voice shaped by faith, leadership, family, and a deep commitment to truth.
Ryan Helfenbein is the Vice President of Communications & Public Engagement at Liberty University and the Founding Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, where he hosts the Give Me Liberty podcast. He is a regular Christian cultural and political commentator with appearances on Fox News, Newsmax, Real America’s Voice News, and Salem Media.
Ryan previously served as an advisor and public information officer for Kentucky’s 62nd governor, Matt Bevin. He earned his Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from The University of Texas at Austin. Ryan and his wife, Lauren, have been married for more than 18 years and have four children.
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Built for meaningful moments.
From a keynote stage to a studio interview, Ryan brings a confident, accessible voice to conversations where faith, freedom, leadership, and culture meet.
Keynotes & speaking engagements
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Media, podcast & interview appearances
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Leadership & cultural discussions
Create an engaging forum around biblical truth, religious liberty, education, civic leadership, and cultural engagement.
- Fox News
- Newsmax
- Real America’s Voice
- Salem Media
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