Rick Allen is entering his tenth year as leader of MedSend. Formerly a high-tech business executive, Rick spent 25 years in the computer software industry. After surrendering his professional life to his Savior, Jesus Christ he became a pastor of a church plant in Stamford, CT in 2007 and joined MedSend in 2008. His role at MedSend provides a unique perspective on how God is using Christian caregivers to transform hearts, minds and cultures throughout the world.
Created in 1992, the MedSend ministry started as a CMDA initiative. At that time, it was recognized that educational debt was holding back a generation of healthcare professionals from serving on the mission field. MedSend has since spun off from CMDA, and it is now a separate organization. Over its 25 year history, MedSend has provided freedom for over 650 individuals to serve where God has called them. Today MedSend counts 55 missions-sending agencies as partners in this effort. These relationships allow MedSend a broad and deep perspective into global healthcare missions.
Rick is a dedicated husband to his wife of more than 35 years, and the proud father of four adult daughters and one granddaughter. Through his rich life experiences, he has developed a sense of humor and an unshakable faith grounded in brokenness – making him a compelling, informative and entertaining speaker.