GLOBAL BOARD
Laurent de Matteis
DFI Dominican Republic
Laurent de Matteis is a Christian entrepreneur who embodies values of integrity, compassion, and service in all aspects of his life. As an astute entrepreneur, he has successfully navigated the business landscape, leveraging his skills and innovative mindset to create impactful ventures. Beyond his professional pursuits, Laurent’s deep concern for the environment drives him to champion sustainable practices and seek solutions that promote a greener future.
Indeed, he studied marketing in Inter American University of San German in Puerto Rico. His professional journey started as distinguished entrepreneur and the founder of multiple thriving enterprises. One of his notable ventures is Dauphin S.A, a prominent company specializing in the creation of high-quality banners and signs. Established in 1997, this business has remained at the forefront of the industry ever since.
Laurent’s visionary leadership led to initiate the DBS (Durable Building System) in 2011—an innovative construction solution that revolutionizes traditional building practices in Haiti by offering a lighter and more durable alternative. Beyond his accomplishments in the construction sector, Laurent de Matteis is the visionary force behind Dematt Leather, a venture renowned for crafting exquisite leather accessories, including premium bags. Founded in 2019, this enterprise not only delivers excellent products but also plays a pivotal role in generating employment opportunities within Haiti.
Driven by a deep passion for the environment, Laurent actively integrates and promotes sustainable practices within his alternative energy solutions. His expertise extends to the construction and training aspects of domestic biodigesters and other recycling-based energy alternatives. He dedicated to constructing earthbag houses and installing domestic biodigesters in a region profoundly affected by the devastating earthquake of August 21, 2021 in Haiti. These endeavors aim to provide essential support to earthquake victims while fostering a sustainable recovery. In summary, Laurent de Matteis is a versatile entrepreneur with expertise in construction, leather accessories, signage, and alternative energy solutions.
With his dedication to both his family and the causes he believes in, Laurent is an inspiring figure who embodies the integration of faith, entrepreneurship, and environmental stewardship.
Laurent de Matteis is living in Haiti, dedicated family man married to Helen Kim and father of 5 children.
Eul K Chung
DFI KOREA
Rev. Eul K Chung is a pastor and theologian who gained his MDiv and Ph. D at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SBTS) on New Testament Studies, and he was a professor of the New Testament at the same school. After four years of teaching at the SBTS, he moved to North Carolina and continued teaching at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary.
How Jesus Christ has transformed him from a man born from non-Christian parents to a pastor, theologian, and servant of God has an exciting story. It only happened just before his marriage. He loved a lady so much that he wanted to get married to her, but the lady’s family members disagreed with this marriage because he was not a believer. Therefore, he attended a church for the first time to please her family. This first engagement struck him and led him to Bible studies, where he encountered Christ profoundly. Jesus redeemed and accepted him into His Kingdom, and this pivotal moment ignited a strong desire to share the Gospel and lead others to faith.
For over 16 years, Dr. Chung faithfully served as the senior pastor of All Nations Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Throughout his ministry, he’s been engaged in mission work, serving church leaders and seminary students in Panama, Colombia, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Senegal, and Paris. He also wrote two books, “God’s master plan” and “Are You Reborn by the Holy Spirit?”
2018, even after retiring from full-time pastoral ministry, Dr. Chung served the church as a retired senior pastor. He then returned to Korea and took on the noble role of representative for DFI Korea, dedicating his efforts to furthering the organization’s mission, which is deeply related to his core values.
Dr. Chung cherishes his family life with his lovely wife and two children, with four grandchildren.
Rev. Ph.D. Daniel Kwon
DFI AUSTRALIA
Rev. Ph.D. Daniel Kwon is a distinguished individual with a unique combination of roles and expertise. He is a pastor, missionary, and professor, holding a Ph.D. in engineering. Driven by his passion for youth, he focuses on setting up churches specially tailored to their needs, throughout his missionary duties in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, and various other countries.
Currently based in Australia, he serves as the representative of DFI Australia and as an online pastor at Tyrannus Mission Church, which promotes and supports multicultural churches. He actively contributes to the spiritual well-being of individuals while ensuring the inclusion of people with disabilities within the church community.
Dr. Kwon serves as a lecturer at both ACTS, a theological institution in Korea, and Alphacrucis University College in Australia. Where he shares his extensive knowledge and profound insights with aspiring theologians, using perfectly his rich educational background enables him to seamlessly integrate the realms of theology and engineering, offering a distinct original perspective to his students.
With 25 years of experience at Samsung SDS and Microsoft, he has acquired expertise in utilizing cutting-edge technology for IT missions. Inspired by the Great Commission, he leads the Smart Mission Centre, effectively leveraging technology to spread the Gospel worldwide.
Beyond his professional career, he has been supported by his lovely family dedicated to serve others and spreading all together the message of love, hope, and faith.
Rev. Dr. Daniel Kwon continues to make a profound impact in the realms of faith, education, and technology, while contributing to a more inclusive and interconnected world.
Alex Rhee
DFI United States
Alex Rhee serves as a Prosecutor with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office in Fort Worth, Texas. In his role, he prosecutes felony offenses and is committed to protecting the community by holding violent offenders accountable and promoting public safety. Working closely with law enforcement agencies, victims, and witnesses, he strives to ensure that justice is pursued with integrity, fairness, and respect for the rule of law.
As a follower of Jesus Christ, he views his work as a calling to serve others by protecting the vulnerable, advocating for victims, and helping build safer communities where individuals and families can flourish. He is passionate about living out his faith through integrity, compassion, humility, and faithful service both inside and outside the courtroom.
Alex earned his Juris Doctor from Baylor Law School. He and his wife are grateful to be raising their family while serving their local church. He considers it a privilege to use both his legal profession and his faith to advance justice, serve others, and support the mission of making Christ known.