Meet the Team

Bonnie Sala

President/CEO

Bonnie has taken Guidelines global in its second generation, expanding the ministry through enthusiastic cultivation of Great Commission partnerships among the body of Christ worldwide. Bonnie writes and voices the daily Reset audio devotional which comes from her favorite time of the day—early mornings spent with Jesus and His Word. Reset is heard on-air in the U.S., Philippines, Macedonia, Ukraine, Singapore and throughout Africa, as well as online and podcast. An international speaker and author, Bonnie enjoys traveling anywhere with her husband, Kevin Condrin.

Tracy Van Denburg

Vice President of Finance

Tracy Van Denburg has a background in both corporate and non-profit finance. She was with Disney for 10 years. Tracy has a B.A. in Economics from UCI and holds an MBA from Chapman University. In running all things financial at Guidelines, Tracy is vigilant in ensuring that Guidelines' commitment to the highest standard of financial integrity is upheld. Tracy and her husband, Eric, enjoy golfing and hiking together. The Van Denburgs have three adult children.

Brandon Neal

Director of Media Services

Brandon is passionate about reaching people living in Gospel poverty. He served for 13 years as a missionary with TWR (Trans World Radio) in global media services and in radio operations (overseas), emphasizing the importance of communicating in a person’s heart language. Brandon lives with his family (Laura, Ben, and Zeke) in VA – his wife, Laura, works in the insurance industry and is a light for the Gospel everywhere she goes. Brandon enjoys sports, music, theatre, and making people laugh. Their family’s mission is to love God with everything, share His love with the world – and pack accordingly!

Arian Ghiacy

Director of Marketing and Communications

Arian Ghiacy brings over 18 years of marketing and fundraising experience in both the non-profit and for-profit sectors, more recently having helped extend the footprint of another Orange County non-profit. As a graduate from Vanguard University, Arian has also served in multiple ministries, utilizing his wide skill set, including at one point serving as the interim pastor of an Afghan Christian church. He and his wife, Laura, have three young children and are very involved in their local church.

Terry Wedel

Audio Engineer

Terry Wedel was called to ministry with Guidelines after 35 years of media management, production and education - much of it with Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, CA and Cox Communications. Terry has also been an audio-visual volunteer at his home church for more than 25 years. He has a B.A. in Politics from Pomona College and an M.A. in Communications from Cal State Fullerton. Each week, Terry ensures the high quality of all Guidelines’ audio devotionals. Terry’s wife, Rosie, has been heard on Los Angeles radio stations for more than 30 years. They have two adult children.

Nancy Tarin

Marketing Content Coordinator

Nancy received her BA in Business Administration from Vanguard University where she developed a passion for digital marketing. With experience in social media and project management, Nancy excels at blending creativity and strategy to drive impactful campaigns. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new coffee shops and actively serves at her local church.

FOUNDERS

Dr. Harold J. Sala

Founder

Bible teacher, speaker, and author, Dr. Harold Sala founded Guidelines in 1963. Pioneering the five-minute commentary in Christian radio, Dr. Sala’s daily “Guidelines for Living” is heard throughout the world in a variety of languages. With a Ph.D. in biblical text, Dr. Sala authored over 60 books published in 19 languages. For decades, Dr. Sala taught at conferences, seminars, and churches worldwide. Dr. Sala passed into the presence of Jesus in August 2024 at the age of 87 and left behind a remarkable legacy of faith and love for God. His biblical teachings continue to touch lives worldwide today and for generations to come. You can visit the memorial website for Dr. Sala at haroldsala.com.

Darlene Sala

Author and Speaker

Speaker and author, Darlene Sala, cofounded Guidelines at Dr. Sala’s side. She has authored 15 books for women and her weekly “Encouraging Words” broadcast, which she still writes and records today, is heard around the world in places like Mongolia, Albania, and Turkey. A talented piano player, Darlene served in ministry alongside her late husband, Dr. Sala, as they traveled the world together. Residing in Mission Viejo, California, Darlene was married to Dr. Sala for nearly 65 wonderful years.

Meet the Team

Bonnie Sala

Tracy Van Denburg

Brandon Neal

Arian Ghiacy

Terry Wedel

Nancy Tarin

FOUNDERS

Dr. Harold J. Sala

Darlene Sala

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