03/16/2026
Great news, Sam Leonor will be our end of the week speaker this summer! We are so excited to have him as he is a spectacular speaker and an even better human being!
Sam Leonor is Chief Mission Officer, playing an integral role in ensuring that Adventist Health’s mission and deeply cherished values are woven into every facet of strategic planning and day-to-day operations. Mr. Leonor previously served as Adventist Health’s Mission and Spiritual Care Executive since 2009, responsible for leading market mission alignment and the team of chaplains that provide spiritual and emotional support to patients and their families, employees, and community members. He has 30 years of experience in Adventist pastoral ministry, higher education and healthcare. Prior to joining Adventist Health, he was university chaplain and adjunct professor at La Sierra University, where he taught classes in theology and spirituality in the workplace. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in religious education from Southern Adventist University and a Master of Divinity degree from Andrews University. He enjoys exploring the connection between spirituality and vocation through research, writing and speaking to a wide range of audiences in church, business and academic settings.
