Jeff was a trial lawyer in Dallas for many years, specializing in products liability litigation. He expanded his practice and joined some partners to create their own firm in 2002, handling complex products liability and commercial litigation. Jeff was named a "Texas Rising Star" by the publishers of Texas Monthly and served for many years as an adjunct professor. In 2008, he joined the staff of Watermark Community Church, where he has served as the Director of External Focus. He leads the international and local community engagement strategies, particularly in the areas of poverty, justice, education, and families/health and enjoys coaching kingdom-minded entrepreneurs who wish to use their gifts, skills, and passions in community transformation initiatives. He is also passionate about helping business leaders connect their faith to business and develop their organizations and recently co-authored, "The Business of Faith: How to Lead Yourself, Unify Your Team, and Create a Remarkable Organization." He lives in Dallas with his wife and two sons.