Anna Gamble is an educator and a non-profit and faith leader. She has a lifelong commitment to service, from the military to the classroom to her community.
Anna believes that, in a world in conflict, we have a responsibility to come together in loving revolution to make it a better place for future generations. We must restore the broken bonds of trust between one another and work collectively to improve our community. Anna seeks to bring a transformational message of T.R.U.S.T (Teaching, Respecting, Understanding, Sensitivity Training) to others through her motivational speaking and innovative workshops.
Biography
Anna is the oldest child of Elder Joseph (deceased) Nesbit and Evangelist Fannie Nesbit. Her parents instilled in her a love for Jesus and a desire to serve God’s people. Growing up, it was common for her to see people from all walks of life breaking bread, sleeping or socializing under one roof.
Anna joined the United States Marine Corps at a young age and served for 13 years, most notably as a Drill Instructor. In the military, she met her husband, Melvin Gamble. They have been married for 38 years and have two daughters, Joelle and Melissa.
After leaving the military, Anna became a pre-school teacher at Riverside Christian School, ultimately rising to leadership on the school’s Board of Directors. When she retired from the formal education system, she continued to use her experience in various ministries and community projects across Southern California. Some of the associations and conferences in, including: the National Innovative Conference, the Country Village Veterans Association, the Healthy Jurupa Valley Community Collaborative, the Stone Elementary School PTA, the Greens at Indian Hills Home Owner Association Board, the Civic Center Policy Leader Fellowship, and the Association of Christian School International Workshop. Anna continued her work with children, as well. She taught home school for the 7th grade and was a USA Track & Field Junior Olympic Coach.
In 2018, she and her husband relocated from California to Pickerington, Ohio. There, they joined Divine Kingdom Builders Church, under the Leadership of Senior Pastor Terri Jamison-Gary, Ph.D., J.D. & Deacon Ricardo Ty Gary.
Anna is a passionate leader and the Word of God is the lighthouse for her leadership. She treats all ethnicities and cultures with respect, dignity, and love, remaining consistent and caring about her audience. She is a bridge connector for all generations. Psalm 71:17-18.
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