Dr. Goodman was born in Cameroon, Africa. He spent his childhood in the Central African Republic with his missionary parents, where he gained first-hand understanding of cross-cultural life and ministry.

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He has ministered in various pastoral positions in local churches and was senior pastor of Winnetka Bible Church in Winnetka, Illinois, for 13 years. He has also served as the international vice president of T-Net International, equipping and mobilizing American pastors to teach pastor trainers around the world, and as Senior Associate: Strategic Enterprise for TOPIC (Trainers of Pastors International Coalition).

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In 2009, Dr. Goodman assumed the role of CEO of Entrust, headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He is called to Entrust to serve a creative, collaborative ministry team that glorifies God by equipping pastors and church leaders worldwide who in turn are leading others to fullness of life in Christ.

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Dr. Goodman and his wife Nancy have been married since 1972, have three adult children and seven grandchildren. They enjoy the adventure of exploring new places, new ideas and other cultures.