WHO WE ARE
The Team
Vangie Shakarian
Vangie Shakarian is a mighty woman of God and is the Matriarch of the world-wide Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship International. She and her husband Richard led the world fellowship for many years bringing the good news to people from all walks of life. Vangie is the visionary of this foundation with a desire to keep the Shakarian Legacy alive. She is a wonderful mother, grand-mother, and great-grand mother to the Shakarian family. Vangie is loved and respected by people all around the world. She is a gift to people everywhere.
Denice Shakarian
Denice Shakarian Halicki is the oldest daughter of Richard and Vangie Shakarian, the first grand- daughter of Demos Shakarian, and a board member and Executive Director of the organization. Denice is a successful business woman who is accomplished and multi-talented. She is the owner of a global franchise and brand, and she is a woman of faith who believes God for miracles. Denice operates in a ministry of helps and is a great blessing to so many people.
Eric Celaya
Eric Celaya is a family man who together with his wife Sylvia have built a wonderful family. He is the CEO of Celaya Financial Services, and he is an ordained minister and executive Pastor of Encouragement Community Church. Eric is an adviser to the Shakarian family, and his expertise in business helped to create The Shakarian Foundation. Eric Celaya is a man of faith and integrity. He is a leader of leaders.
Marty Celaya
Marty Celaya together with his wife Irma, are the founding Lead Pastors of Encouragement Community Church. Marty is a family man who also works in the financial arena helping hundreds of people. He is a chaplain, and ordained minister, a producer, and a director and board member of the foundation. Marty is a life-time member of the FGBMFI, and served as a former National Director of USA Chapters. He is known as an encourager all around the world.