David Trotter is the founder and CEO of Awakened Media, a conscious media company dedicated to awakening the world to love. Through its growing family of brands—including Awakened Magazine, the Awakened Hearts book series, Awakened Lifestyle Expo, and the Awakened.Lifestyle event and podcast directory—David helps amplify the voices of conscious leaders, healers, coaches, and visionaries who are making a positive impact in the world. A former pastor, David has spent more than 25 years guiding people through personal growth, spiritual exploration, and life transformation. He is the author of twelve books, the producer and director of four award-winning feature films, and a Certified Breathwork and Guided Meditation Facilitator. His educational background includes a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Ministries from Vanguard University, graduate studies in Church Leadership, and a master's degree in Cross-Cultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary. Whether hosting a podcast, interviewing world-renowned thought leaders, curating transformational events, or publishing inspiring stories, David's mission remains the same...to create meaningful experiences that awaken hearts, expand consciousness, and remind people that they are never alone on their journey.