Gun Owners of America (GOA) announces that John Lovell, founder and CEO of the Warrior Poet Society, will join the speaker lineup at the Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit (GOALS), taking place August 9–10, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

A former Army Ranger, author, firearms trainer, and unapologetic defender of liberty, Lovell brings a unique blend of tactical experience, philosophical depth, and cultural insight to the stage. His Warrior Poet Society has become a movement for American patriots—those willing to defend truth, faith, family, and freedom with both courage and wisdom. Lovell’s voice is exactly what the GOALS summit is about: purpose-driven, principled, and unafraid.

In addition to his role at GOALS, Lovell will keynote the Activist Society Dinner on Friday, August 8, 2025, held at the Marriott Downtown Knoxville. This premier fundraising event will unite GOA members, industry leaders, and freedom-loving Americans for a powerful evening in defense of the Second Amendment.

The evening will feature:

• A full plated dinner at the elegant Marriott Downtown
• An exciting live auction featuring premium gear, innovative new products, and collectible firearms
• Open networking with GOA leadership, influencers, and top voices in the 2A movement

Whether you’re a longtime member or new to the fight, this event is your chance to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the leaders pushing back against unconstitutional overreach.

John Lovell, Founder and CEO of the Warrior Poet Society, issued the following statement: “GOA is on the front lines in the fight for our essential rights and I'm honored to stand with them at GOALS 2025. Join us at the Activist Society Dinner — where fellow patriots celebrate liberty, truth, and the courage to fight for both.”

Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President of Gun Owners of America, added: “Lovell embodies what GOALS is all about—training patriots, empowering defenders, and awakening a sleeping giant in America. We’re excited for our members to hear from him directly this summer.”

Kailey Nieman, Director of Development and Marketing for Gun Owners of America, said: “John Lovell doesn’t just teach self-defense—he teaches why we fight. His clarity, conviction, and courage make him one of the most compelling voices in the freedom movement today. We’re honored to have him at GOALS 2025.”

GOA spokesmen are available for interviews. Gun Owners of America is a nonprofit grassroots lobbying organization dedicated to protecting the right to keep and bear arms without compromise. GOA represents over two million members and activists. For more information, visit GOA’s Press Center.