NASHVILLE, TN (January 7, 2026) – HarperCollins Christian Publishing today announced that Wes Jakacki was named Vice President of Marketing for HarperChristian Resources (HCR). Jakacki will begin his new role on February 9 and will report to John Raymond, VP and Publisher, HarperChristian Resources.
As VP of Marketing, Jakacki will lead HCR’s overall marketing and brand strategy, supporting bestselling authors like Lysa TerKeurst, Max Lucado, Lisa Harper, Louie Giglio, Ann Spangler, Jennie Allen, and David Jeremiah. He will focus on marketing strategies for HCR’s backlist and strengthening our position in the Bible study market.
Jakacki joined HarperCollins Christian Publishing in 2024 as Marketing Director and currently serves as Senior Marketing Director focusing on digital marketing for Nelson Books. In his current role, he oversees backlist marketing strategies to drive sustainable growth, manages digital ad campaigns across Amazon, Meta, and Google, and amplifies author messages through social and email channels. Prior to joining HCCP, Jakacki served as a VP of Marketing and VP of Operations and Finance at Christianity Today.
“With a proven track record in strategic planning and brand development, Wes is a wonderful fit for this position,” said Raymond. “He has successfully executed innovative marketing campaigns and worked effectively across teams. His expertise in digital marketing and promotion will enable him to identify new opportunities and elevate our authors’ messages, further solidifying HCR’s reputation as a leader in Christian small group and Bible study resources.”
About HarperCollins Christian Publishing
HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) is the world’s leading Christian publisher and home to renowned brands Thomas Nelson and Zondervan. It also operates various digital platforms, including FaithGateway, ChurchSource, and Bible Gateway—the world’s largest Christian website. HCCP specializes in bestselling Bibles, inspirational books, children’s books, academic resources, curriculum, gift books, audio, and digital content crafted for the Christian market. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with an office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, HCCP is part of HarperCollins Publishers. For more information, visit HarperCollinsChristian.com.
Contact: Franny Blanchard, HarperCollins Publishers, franny.blanchard@harpercollins.com
