TAMPA, Fla. — Kingdom Impact Group has announced a strategic team expansion as longtime Christian media and entertainment leader Jay Heilman joins the faith-driven artist services company, while Joey Evangelist has been elevated to Director of Campaign Operations.

Heilman joins Kingdom Impact Group as Director of Promotions and Publicity, bringing more than two decades of experience in Christian entertainment, publicity, media outreach, artist interviews, public relations and faith-based content development. He is best known as the founder of Today’s Christian Entertainment and Kingdom Builder, platforms dedicated to highlighting music, film, books and entertainment that point audiences back to Christ.

Heilman also previously founded Purpose828 PR and Management, a purpose-driven entertainment support company serving musicians, actors and aspiring talents through strategic public relations and management support. In his new role with Kingdom Impact Group, Heilman will support publicity strategy, artist promotion, media outreach, press release development, campaign support and select radio-related efforts.

“Jay has been a trusted friend and respected voice in Christian entertainment for many years, and I’m incredibly grateful to have him become part of what we’re building with Kingdom Impact Group,” said Mike Laxton, founder and CEO of Kingdom Impact Group. “He brings experience, wisdom, relationships and a genuine heart for helping artists tell their stories in a way that points people back to Christ.”

“I could not be more excited to officially join Kingdom Impact Group,” Heilman said. “Mike Laxton and I share nearly 20 years of history working together, so teaming up with a close friend in this new capacity is an absolute privilege. I am eager to channel my 20-plus years of industry experience into fueling the visions of talented artists and helping them achieve their highest potential. We are stepping into this season with high expectations, looking forward to every door the Lord opens for this agency and the incredible roster we serve.”

Alongside Heilman’s addition, Kingdom Impact Group has elevated Evangelist to Director of Campaign Operations. In this role, Evangelist will help strengthen campaign workflow, tracking, internal systems, team communication, outreach coordination and overall campaign support as KIG continues to grow.

“Joey has become a dependable and important part of our team,” Laxton said. “As Kingdom Impact Group continues to expand, we need strong systems behind the scenes and people who care about serving artists with consistency and excellence. Joey’s role will be key in helping us build that foundation.”

“I have been a part of Kingdom Impact Group since December, and the experience has been truly amazing,” Evangelist said. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to step into the Director of Campaign Operations role and excited to help strengthen the systems, support and relationships that allow us to serve artists with excellence.”

Together, Heilman and Evangelist represent two important lanes in Kingdom Impact Group’s next phase of growth. Heilman will help expand KIG’s outward-facing work in publicity, promotions, media relationships and artist support, while Evangelist will help strengthen the internal campaign operations needed to serve artists, labels, ministries and creative partners with clarity and care.

Kingdom Impact Group provides public relations, radio promotion, publishing administration and strategic campaign support for Christian artists and creative partners across Christian hip-hop, Christian rock, worship, CCM, inspirational and faith-centered music.

For more information about Kingdom Impact Group, visit https://kingdomimpactgroup.com.

 

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