AN INITIATIVE OF IGI
ReachDC is the ambitious project started by the team behind Innovations for Gospel Impact.
This initiative aims to establish a lasting impact by focusing on the revitalization of the nation’s capital through the transforming and redeeming message of Jesus Christ
“And the Word of the Lord spread through the whole region” – ACTS 13:49
Our partners
We believe that Jesus changes everything. We want to help more people in our city engage the true message of hope that Jesus provides.
AN INITIATIVE OF IGI
Doug Duenkel
CEO
As CEO, Doug Duenkel gives the group experience as a strategic visionary entrepreneur.
A native Washingtonian, Doug has focused on the Information Technology space for over 30 years. He was recently the Entrepreneur In Residence at the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia, teaching the Capstone course for Entrepreneurship for eight semesters. Prior to this, Doug was a founding member of Knight Point Systems, where he served as the President and Chief Operating Officer, and co-founded ThunderCat Technology, a Value-Added Reseller. He has worked with large corporations including Oracle Corporation, where he focused on Intelligence agencies and the Department of Defense and ran Federal Sales for GeoTel Communications subsequently bought by Cisco. Doug earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Virginia with dual concentrations in Marketing and Management from the McIntire School of Commerce. He minored in Religious Studies. Later he graduated with a Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications from the Reed College of Media at West Virginia University.
Dale Sutherland
BOARD CHAIRMAN
As Chairman of the Board of IGI, Dale Sutherland spent the first part of his career locking people up, now he’s on a mission to set people free.
For 25 years, Dale served as a police officer in Washington, DC, often working undercover to arrest major drug traffickers and violent offenders. Today Dale is a pastor helping churches and philanthropies expand their efforts. He is passionate about helping people find spiritual freedom through faith in Christ while also addressing practical problems holding people back, especially in disadvantaged communities. Dale is honored to work with Innovations for Gospel Impact and share his experience launching and expanding impactful ministries. Dale has intimate knowledge of the DMV through his work as COO at McLean Bible Church and his work in Global Outreach including local outreach work.
Alirio Arreaza
COO
Alirio Arreaza served on staff at Mclean Bible Church as one of the Global Outreach Pastors until Fall 2020.
Alirio is originally from Venezuela and is passionate about mobilizing Christians to serve faithfully and effectively around the world. He has travelled to 40+ countries serving with a variety of churches, Christian ministries and development organizations. Alirio is a graduate of the University of Maryland, with degrees in Biology and International Business. He received his Masters in Intercultural Studies from Dallas Theological Seminary in 2021. Alirio’s love of the Washington area, combined with his experience in local outreach is key to our cross-cultural initiatives.
Tom Waite
CFO, TREASURER
Tom is the former CFO of the Humane Society of the United States and its numerous national and international affiliates.
At the end of his 27 year tenure, the Society’s consolidated revenues were $180M and net assets were $252M. In addition to his financial and accounting responsibilities, he was assigned broad responsibilities over the Society’s fundraising and internal operations. Tom is a Graduate of the University of Virginia with a BS in Commerce (accounting concentration). He is a Certified Public Accountant and a Chartered Management Global Accountant. Prior to joining the Humane Society, he practiced public accounting with Main Lafrenz & Company (subsequently merged into KPMG). Tom currently serves on the board of Strategic Education, Inc., a publicly traded holding company with ownership of Strayer and Capella Universities (among others) chairing its audit committee. Tom has also served on the Vestry of the Falls Church Anglican and was co-founder of its Jobs Ministry, seeking to help people of all faiths find their career calling.
Kyle Myers
Director of Development
Kyle is an experienced sales and client executive, serving in the government contracting space for over 20 years.
A native of Ohio and lifelong resident of the DMV, Kyle is passionate about serving others and leveraging his family’s influence to make a difference where thy live and among the nations. He is convinced that it is greater to give than receive and loves to share the joy of giving with other kingdom focused partners.
AN INITIATIVE OF IGI
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Together, we’re blending traditional Gospel principles with innovative approaches to scale.
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