Our Board
Cory Nickols Ministries
At Cory Nickols Ministries, our mission is simple yet powerful: Helping people Know God, Find Freedom, and Discover their God-given purpose.
We believe that everyone deserves to experience the joy and peace that come from knowing God, breaking free from life’s struggles, and living out their true calling. Our vision is to reach every person, every day, with the love and hope of Jesus Christ because when people encounter the Living Christ their entire world changes for the better.
Knowing God: The Greatest Fulfillment
The greatest fulfillment in life comes from knowing God. He created you with a deep longing that only a relationship with Him can satisfy. In Jeremiah 29:13, God promises, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”
Through a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ, you will experience His matchless love, mercy, and kindness. It’s in knowing Him that your purpose and identity are revealed, and life begins to make sense.
Finding Freedom: Breaking Free from the Lies
Many of us feel trapped by negative thoughts, lies, and patterns of frustration. But Christ came to set the captives free. Galatians 5:1 declares, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”
At Cory Nickols Ministries, we help you break free from the chains of wrong thinking and embrace the peace and joy that only Christ can offer. It’s time to find lasting freedom in Him.
Discovering Your God-Given Purpose
You are uniquely designed by God with a specific purpose. As Ephesians 2:10 reminds us, “We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Every talent, desire, and aspect of who you are has been carefully crafted by your Creator. At Cory Nickols Ministries, we are passionate about helping you uncover your divine calling and make a lasting impact on the world around you.
Cory Nickols
FOUNDER / CEO
Cory Nickols is a passionate Bible teacher, author, and the founder of Cory Nickols Ministries (CNM). He is called to help people know God in a deeper, more personal way, find lasting freedom, and discover their God-given purpose.
Cory’s journey of faith began in the midst of deep pain and brokenness. After enduring the trauma of child abuse, life’s many storms, and personal failures, he found himself hurting, frustrated, and stuck. At his lowest point, Cory cried out to God—and God answered. In that life-changing moment, Cory encountered the living Christ, and his life took a radical turn for the better.
Over the past 25 years, God has used Cory’s suffering to develop a heart of compassion for those in need and to reveal powerful biblical truths that have transformed his life. Now, through CNM, Cory shares these life-giving principles with people around the world, helping them experience freedom, healing, and purpose in Christ.
Nate Robinson
TREASURER
Nate Robinson brings two decades of experience in engineering, project, and program management with Fortune 500 companies like Dell Technologies, Caterpillar, and Cox Automotive. His passion for personal finance has led him to pursue a new role as a financial coach and advisor, helping individuals achieve financial freedom. Nate holds an electrical engineering degree from Purdue University, an MBA from Bradley University, and numerous professional certifications.
Nate and his wife are parents to two children and live in Plainfield, IL. In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities, fitness, and quality time with family and friends. His expertise in business and finance, coupled with his strong faith, equips him to offer valuable insights to the CNM Board of Directors.
Troy Wieland
SECRETARY
Troy Wieland is the owner of Wieland Real Estate in Fort Wayne, IN, where he has been a successful realtor for the past 18 years. Before transitioning into real estate, Troy served as a youth pastor, and his heart for seeing people come to know Christ remains a guiding passion in his life.
Troy is married and the father of three children. In his free time, he enjoys playing Pickleball. His business acumen and dedication to helping others find Christ make him a vital member of the CNM Board of Directors.
Bart Shaw
MEMBER
Bart Shaw has been in full-time ministry for over 20 years and is currently serving as the Carmel Campus Pastor at Traders Point Christian Church in Indianapolis, IN. In addition to this role, he is the Lead Discipleship Director for the church’s multi-campus ministry. Bart holds a B.A. from Purdue University and an M.Div. from Ashland Theological Seminary, and he remains committed to continuous learning and collaboration with other organizations to advance his passion for spiritual formation and discipleship. His heart is to inspire the next generation of Christ-followers to grow in their faith and become passionate discipleship makers.
Bart and his wife, along with their two boys and a mini golden doodle, reside in the Indianapolis area. His extensive ministry experience, along with his deep commitment to helping believers mature in their faith, brings a valuable perspective to the CNM Board of Directors.
Tyler Nickols
MEMBER
Tyler Nickols has served the body of Christ as a worship pastor for the past 25 years and is currently the worship leader at Dayspring Community Church in Auburn, IN. Tyler’s passion lies in leading people into the presence of God through music and writing songs that foster deep connections between God’s people and His heart. He studied at Hillsong International Leadership College in Sydney, Australia.
Tyler lives on a homestead with his wife and three children, where they raise cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, and two dogs. His deep ministry experience, particularly in hosting large city-wide worship gatherings in Fort Wayne and uniting believers from various denominations, adds invaluable perspective to the CNM Board of Directors.
