Paulo Lopes is originally from Brazil and he believed his calling was to become a diplomat. He and God just

disagreed on what kind of diplomat he would become.

He and his wife Juliana came to the US shortly after marrying in 2007. They now have three Brazilian- American daughters, Carolina, Sofia, and Olivia.

Outside of WME, Paulo has been on staff in the local church and denominational levels, most recently as Director of Next Generation Ministries for the Virginia Conference (UMC). Additionally, he currently serves as a leadership coach through Spiritual Leadership, Inc (SLI). Paulo is passionate about helping people and ministries become clearer and better at what they do, and he loves getting to preach or teach.