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GodWave Collective

Overview​

GodWave Collective is a faith-based initiative co-founded by Gary Sheng, Marcus Noel, and other team members, focused on engaging Millennials and Gen Z with spiritual content and development. The organization operates at the intersection of faith, technology, and culture, with a Christ-centered approach to leadership and service. Recently, the team engaged with the White House Faith Office to explore collaboration opportunities for youth-focused spiritual programming that aligns with government guidelines while maintaining their faith mission.

Background & Structure​

  • Faith-based organization with explicit Christian foundation
  • Leadership team includes Gary Sheng, Marcus Noel, Arielle Noel, Ron Roberts, Ien Chi, and Enrico Moses
  • Appears to be in early organizational development stage (establishing roles, frameworks, and strategies)
  • Recently visited the White House Faith Office to discuss potential collaboration
  • Operates with a spiritual foundation while engaging with secular institutions

Organizational Focus​

  • Faith-based youth engagement (Millennials and Gen Z)
  • Mind-body-spirit optimization
  • Cultural and media strategy for spiritual messaging
  • Strategic partnerships with government and faith institutions
  • Faith x Technology integration
  • Kingdom-building through influence and service

Team Structure & Roles​

  • Gary Sheng: Faith x Tech x Fundraising Liaison

    • Connection to white Christian capital, Catholic funders, faith-based philanthropists
    • Advisory role around AI, education, and technology
    • Bridge between faith communities and technological innovation

  • Marcus & Arielle Noel: Executive Strategy and Vision Alignment

    • Leadership on physical wellness initiatives
    • Strategic direction and vision maintenance
    • White House relationship management

  • Ron Roberts (RJ): Relationship Development and Deal Execution

    • Networking and relationship building
    • Strategic partnerships
    • Cultural insights and frameworks

  • Ien Chi: Media and Cultural Strategy

    • Head of Viral Media (as referenced in previous meetings)
    • Content development and distribution
    • Strategic communication

  • Enrico Moses: Spiritual Wellness and Strategy

    • Mind-body-spirit optimization
    • Operational support and infrastructure
    • Spiritual grounding and guidance

Operating Model​

  • Christ-centered leadership principles (service, humility, love, truth)
  • "Core 3" daily practice: Prayer/Meditation, Physical Wellness, Spiritual Presence
  • Strategic framework: Access → Influence → Allocation → Accountability → Sustainability
  • Execution flow: Relationship → Vision → Packaging → Funding → Stewardship
  • Balance between spiritual mission and government partnership guidelines
  • Team accountability through shared tracking and regular meetings

Connection to Gary​

  • Co-founded/founded by Gary
  • Platform for combining Gary's interests in faith, technology, and cultural impact
  • Vehicle for Gary's liaison role with faith-based funders and tech integration
  • Team of trusted collaborators working on shared mission
  • Extension of Gary's work with the Catholic Church and other faith institutions
  • Strategic initiative aligning with Gary's interest in purpose-driven education and development

Opportunities & Initiatives​

  • White House Faith Office collaboration
  • Faith-based programs for youth engagement
  • Media and content creation for spiritual messaging
  • Educational frameworks and workshops
  • Infrastructure for faith x technology integration
  • Service-focused community programs

Key Principles​

  • Christ-like humility and service in leadership
  • Balancing truth and love in communication
  • Spiritual grounding before action
  • Divine timing rather than urgency
  • Transparency and accountability
  • Mind-body-spirit optimization
  • Service without ego or need for credit

Next Steps​

  • Vision Deep Dive session
  • Creation of Core 3 Tracker for team accountability
  • Team governance development
  • Mapping of deliverables, media IP, and education initiatives
  • Continued engagement with White House Faith Office
  • Development of fundraising strategy with faith-based philanthropists

Interactions​

  • Prior to 2025-05-19: Formation of the GodWave Collective
  • Prior to 2025-05-19: Visit to the White House Faith Office
  • 2025-05-19: Team meeting to discuss strategy, roles, and next steps following White House visit
  • Planned for 2025-05-20: Vision Deep Dive session

Transcripts​

Transcript IDDateSummary
2025-05-20-godwave-collective-vision-meeting2025-05-20GODWAVE Collective Vision Meeting - May 20, 2025
2025-05-19-godwave-collective-team-meeting-summary2025-05-19GodWave Collective Team Meeting - Faith-Based Strategy and White House Engagement - May 19, 2025