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We are thrilled to celebrate Chris Hardrick on reaching an incredible 10-year milestone with the EMI Cambodia team! 

Chris’s journey with us is truly inspiring and a testament to visionary leadership, commitment, and a deep passion for our mission in Cambodia. 

Over the last decade, Chris has been instrumental in shaping the growth and impact of EMI Cambodia. He began his tenure with a steadfast dedication that quickly set him apart. Through his various roles, Chris has consistently demonstrated the character, humility, and foresight that are essential for long-term success and meaningful service. Whether navigating complex project challenges, fostering strong relationships with our partners, or mentoring new team members, Chris has approached every task with integrity and excellence. 

Chris’s story is a powerful reminder that while technical expertise is vital, it is his character, humility, and vision that creates lasting, impactful growth. He embodies how staying grounded in service and focusing on the bigger picture can lead to transformative results, not only for our organization but for the communities we serve. 

In the challenging and rewarding environment of international development and design, Chris's leadership has been a constant source of stability and inspiration. His ability to manage multifaceted projects, uphold our standards of accountability, and always put the needs of the organization and our beneficiaries first, speaks volumes about his servant's heart. 

This significant milestone belongs not only to Chris but also to his supportive family. We recognize that a decade of service requires immense dedication, which is often made possible by the loving partnership of his wife, Kayle, and their children. Thank you, Kayle, for your understanding, flexibility, and encouragement. Your partnership in this mission is invaluable to the entire EMI Cambodia team. 

Chris Hardrick, we see you. We honor you. We thank God for the incredible gift you are to this organization. Your hard work, honesty, and faith have profoundly impacted our team and our mission. 

Congratulations on 10 years of excellence! May God continue to bless you and your leadership in the years to come. 

Greg's journey with EMI Canada is a testament to unwavering passion for God and for design.

His missions story began long before joining EMI, with his first mission experience working as a Mission Builder with YWAM during his undergraduate studies in 1986. Upon completing graduate school in architecture in 1991, Greg made the intentional decision to spend ten years in private practice, honing his professional skills before once again pursuing his call to mission.

In 2001, the moment came when God called Greg to EMI. He volunteered on his first EMI project trip joining a team travelling to Belize, to serve with New Life Ministries for the development of a high school master plan.

In 2002, Greg and his family attended an EMI conference which led to Greg volunteering on two additional projects, one of which he was accompanied by his wife Julie. Their commitment to EMI's mission led to a life changing decision in 2005. In response to God’s call, both Greg and Julie resigned from their jobs in Vancouver, BC, and moved their family to Calgary, AB, where Greg joined EMI Canada as the second full-time staff member. Today, he serves as EMI Canada's Executive Director.

Greg's devotion to EMI Canada is evident in everything he does. Looking around his office at the memorabilia collected over 20 years of project trips, it’s plain to see the depth of his commitment to EMI's mission to develop people, design structures, and construct facilities which serve communities and the Church.

His leadership has been transformative at EMI Canada. Greg has developed the domestic projects program offering, led the switch to a central funding model and continues to grow and expand EMI Canada's reach.

Greg’s passion for EMI and ministry is contagious. The excitement in his voice when he speaks about the organization is unmistakable. He is supportive, encouraging, and a good leader who is open to new ideas and always willing to help fellow staff members.

After a project trip to Guatemala in 2001, Steve and his wife Melinda sensed that God might be leading them into a big change for their family. 

Steve joined the Uganda office in 2005 as a staff architect leading projects around the country.  With his background in design-build, Steve found life outside the walls of the design office and became a pioneer developing and expanding EMI’s CM program - a ministry of EMI that has influenced hundreds of construction workers in Uganda and beyond in their professional and spiritual lives. 

After a stint on assignment in Kenya at Rift Valley Academy, the Hoyt family returned to the US in 2021 where Steve continued his work with EMI.  As a natural people person, Steve finds great joy meeting with EMI’s network to encourage them and to help them engage as donors, volunteers, and staff.  Steve’s quick wit and expertise in sarcasm keeps everyone around him on their toes!

When he’s not on the road or connecting with the network, Steve can often be found woodworking or spending time with his wife Melinda and their 4 children: Sophia, Madeline, Janet, and Hannah. 

Thank you, Steve for your ministry and love of seeing people built up both professionally and spiritually in the merciful love of Christ. Because, as Steve will tell you, that is what it’s truly all about.