Name: Jess Adkins

Where you are from:
Born and raised in Columbus, OH.

Your Story (How you got to RiverTree):
My wife grew up in the Canton area. The last 12 years we have lived in California, so whenever we would visit family, we would visit RiverTree. We loved the style and the people that we met. We believed in the direction that God has called RiverTree! So when we moved back to be closer to family, it was only natural to get connected here and align our resources with RiverTree.

What you do at RiverTree:
In addition to leading the Unplugged Venue. I oversee the efforts to encourage and connect people into serving opportunities. Both internally and externally.

Family:
I have been married for 25 years to Lorie (Craddock) Adkins. We have two children, Jason who is a junior at Jackson High School and Jennifer who is a sophomore at Jackson.

Favorite Sports Team or personality:
Ohio State Buckeyes (Football & Basketball)

Favorite Movie:
Remember The Titans ; Cool Running’s

Favorite Pastime:
(I’m not sure I have one.)

Favorite Quote:
“We have a long way to go and a short time to get there”

What can you always find in my refrigerator?:
Pizza and sweet tea.