Avanti is a young organization carrying old wisdom
Avanti grew out of a simple conviction, tested over decades of investment in lives and communities: the breakthroughs people are searching for are real — but they come through transformation, not before it.
WHO WE ARE
Because forty years of accompanying people through the actual work of change have taught us that the two are inseparable.
Real change in the things that matter most — your relationships, your work, your sense of purpose — doesn't come from better information.
It comes from discovering that what you're already carrying is more significant than you've been led to believe, and from finding the community of fellow travelers who will share the journey of living that out alongside you.
Avanti exists at the intersection of personal transformation and genuine community.
WHAT WE OFFER
BEING
Knowing who you are
Everything begins here. Not with goals or plans or strategies, but with the more fundamental question: who am I, actually? What are my native strengths — the things I do from design rather than effort? What are my core values — the things I can't compromise without losing myself? What is the unique constellation of wiring, experience, and calling that makes me irreplaceably me?
Being isn't a box you check. It's a domain you return to — with new questions, new experiences, and new depth — for the rest of your life.
CONNECTING
Learning to be yourself with others
Identity doesn't develop in isolation. As our sense of self begins to clarify, it inevitably runs into the reality of other selves — people with their own designs, their own needs, their own ways of seeing the world. And the work of learning to be genuinely yourself in that context is its own profound discipline.
This is where relationships deepen or stagnate. Where we discover that we need other people not just for warmth and belonging — though both matter — but because the perspectives, challenges, and encouragement of others are essential inputs to our own growth.
DOING
Living from who you are
When we know who we are and we're genuinely engaged with others, what we do with our time, energy, and gifts begins to align. Goals stop being arbitrary and start feeling like expressions. Work stops being a performance and starts becoming a contribution.
But Doing is also the domain that most actively updates our sense of Being. Every significant thing we attempt sends us back to the beginning with new information about who we are. What we're capable of. What we careabout more than we realized. What we're ready to let go of
To learn more about the best place to jump in…
We have a lot to say about what we're building and why. If you're the kind of person who wants the whole story, we'd love to share it.
OUR STORY
Avanti is a young organization carrying old wisdom.
The Avanti Collective is an updated expression of Growth Dynamics International (GDI) - a non-profit organization that provided support, oversight, and relationship to the leaders of churches, businesses, and other networks founded and led by Doug Fike for over forty years.
Through committed, authentic relationships and a deeply-rooted understanding of Kingdom principles and biblical wisdom, Doug and the GDI team helped their partner networks to deepen their own relationships. navigate challenges, and operate more effectively as teams and communities.
In 2022 Doug and the GDI oversight board sensed that God was ready to do something new, to expand on the heart of everything the GDI and learned, developed, and stewarded over the years by evolving into a wider community that anyone who wanted to find community and share the journey of discovering and living into their purpose could join and fully engage with anytime, anywhere.
Justin — Doug's son, a writer and teacher who had spent two decades applying these frameworks in his own life and work — took on the task of building that new form. The Avanti Collective was incorporated as a nonprofit in 2025, with a simple mission: make the kind of deep, lasting transformation that had shaped their family and community accessible to anyone who wanted it.
FAQs
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"Life On Purpose" is all about living intentionally. Instead of just going through the motions or letting life happen to us, we focus on designing a life that aligns with our passions, values, and unique design. It means embracing growth, making choices that lead us toward meaningful goals, and building relationships that matter. At The Avanti Collective, we believe everyone can live with purpose—whatever that looks like for you.
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The Avanti Collective has roots in Christian values, but we’re not strictly a faith-based organization. Our focus is on personal and community growth, and we welcome people from all backgrounds, beliefs, and walks of life who share our commitment to our core postures and values. Our programs and resources are rooted in and informed by Jesus' teachings about what a life well-lived truly looks like, and we believe that Jesus example, love, and guidance are universally able to affect lasting growth that leads to transformed relationships and the fulfilling pursuit of everything we were created to be. We celebrate diversity, welcome differences of perspective, and strive to help people live purposeful, intentional lives, no matter their spiritual, theological, or cultural background.
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You can totally engage at your own pace. We know life can get busy, so whether you want to pop in regularly or just when you have the time, that’s okay! The community is always here when you need it, and there’s no pressure to participate more than you’re comfortable with. Some people like to dive in headfirst, while others prefer to dip their toes in—both approaches are welcome here.
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It’s not just about personal growth. We believe in a holistic approach to life, so we explore professional, relational, emotional, and even creative growth too. Whether you're looking to develop stronger connections with others, improve your work life, or discover your purpose in any area, you'll find resources, support, and people on similar journeys. Growth isn’t one-dimensional, and we’re here to embrace all aspects of it.
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We get it—life changes! If you ever need to cancel or adjust your membership, it’s super easy. Just log into your account, and you’ll find options to manage your membership there. Whether you want to upgrade, downgrade, or take a break, the choice is yours, and there’s no hassle. And if you ever want to return, the door’s always open!
