Jeff Maes is the founder of Vertical Cry Ministry and has been a follower of Christ for 40 years. At the age of 17 he was called into ministry and went on to be on varies church staff teams from a variety of movements such Calvary Chapel, Vineyard and Apostolic and charismatic independent churches. After serving on church staff positions it was made clear in 2005 that he was suppose to live as an itinerant evangelist and start businesses that would fund his kingdom activity. Today he receives gifts from varies churches and individuals but at the same time runs a thriving business that funds crusades and Kids outreach. His primary base is in Denver Colorado with a secondary base in North Carolina.