Meet Our Team
Dr. Jim Grassi
Founder/President of Men's Ministry Catalyst
Dr. James (Jim) Grassi is the Founder and President of the culturally strategic Men’s Ministry Catalyst and Let’s Go Fishing Productions Foundation. As an award-winning author and communicator, he emphasizes evangelism and discipleship (spiritual mentoring) in his messages, teachings, writings, and social media content. He has been on the frontlines of ministry to men for almost four decades.
In a fresh and dynamic approach to presenting the Gospel, Jim utilizes his background as a business leader, hall-of-fame outdoorsman, and writer, college professor, and international speaker to discuss timely topics that impact his audiences. His passion is to help develop spiritual mentors who want to fulfill The Great Commission (Matt. 28:18-20).
In the capacity of a volunteer chaplain, he is being utilized by police and fire departments and professional football teams as a character coach and spiritual motivator.
Louise Grassi
Executive Assistant to President
Louise maintains relationships with our donors and constituents. She coordinates all the financial matters associated with the ministry. With her gift of hospitality she helps host pastors and individuals at their home. Louise serves as the administrative assistant to Jim and the team.
Jim Benson
Consultant to the President
Jim Benson is a former senior level executive with several large corporations. He has served as a Chief Information Officer, Sr. VP of Operations, Information Technology and Human Resources, and National Distribution Mgr. for Levis Men’s wear division. Mr. Benson has extensive experience as an elder in large and small churches. As a leader in church capital fund drives and a consultant on communication planning and reorganization initiatives he has helped churches to achieve their goals. His wisdom, insight, and experience gained in business and on numerous boards enables him to be a trusted advisor to MMC.
Jed Benoit
Web Developer / Email Campaigns
Jed has worked with many businesses and ministries over the years developing a web presence and strategy to help them be successful in their mission. He currently manages MMC’s site and email campaigns, as well as provides related support. Jed has lived and worked as a missionary in both Mexico and Peru and presently lives with his wife, Jaime and their 4 kiddos, in Coeur d’Alene, ID.