John and Ludie – Founders
John and Ludie Nugier are devoted followers of Christ who call California’s central valley home. After John’s successful career in business, the Nugiers have dedicated themselves to living a high-impact life, investing in the eternal good of others.
Their desire is to pass on their hard-won wisdom to coming generations, and to see other Christians take up the task of mentoring. This is the vision behind The Mentoring Project.
What is The Mentoring Project? It’s a storehouse of resources for mentees and mentors and any Christian men and women who want to grow in any area of life. These resources are to be read, shared, and put into action. Our hope is that these resources inspire and equip all who read them to live comprehensively God-honoring lives.
Taylor Hartley – Editor
Taylor serves as the Editorial Director at 9Marks. He earned his M.Div. at Southern Seminary and is currently working on his Th.M. in historical theology at London Seminary. He is married to his wife, Rachel, and they have one son, Bode. They live on the Hill in Washington, D.C. and are members of Capitol Hill Baptist Church.
Christian Lingua – Translation and Audio
Christian Lingua, founded in 2006, is the world’s largest faith-based translation service. It is devoted to making Christian literature and media accessible across linguistic and cultural boundaries. With a mission to serve as a ministry partner rather than just a service provider, the company emphasizes building long-term relationships with clients to convey their messages faithfully. Christian Lingua works with a global network of over 1,300 spiritually grounded linguists and voice talents, ensuring that each project communicates biblical truths with clarity and cultural relevance.
Josh Starr – Web Designer
A seasoned digital expert and entrepreneur, Josh has a rich background in web design and e-commerce, and has founded ventures like Solid Giant and Pixel Painters to empower businesses and churches digitally, all while cherishing life as a father and community advocate. His journey, from a pastor’s kid to a pivotal player in Walmart.com’s e-commerce development and a non-profit supporter, reflects his commitment to empathy, growth, and helping others achieve digital success.
BENJAMIN AHO – Graphic Designer
Ben is a graphic designer and software developer with experience in corporate, agency, and freelance contexts. He has over 7 years of experience as a graphic designer and has been complementing this with his development work for over a year.
Mariano Friginal – Videographer
Mariano Friginal is a wedding & portrait photographer and filmmaker based in Central California. He finds joy in discovering the natural beauty inherent in everyone’s unique story.