MEET OUR TEAM
THE PEOPLE WHO BRING THE FLAVOR
TOMMY KYLLONEN
Founder
Tommy "Urban D." Kyllonen has been in ministry for over 30 years at Crossover Church in Tampa, Florida. He has been the lead pastor for 24 years. Under his leadership the church has seen incredible growth. This multi-ethnic, multi-generational, multi-class church has become a model. As they grew, they relocated into a 43,000-square foot retail building that was a former Toys R' Us in Tampa’s Uptown District. Outreach Magazine recognized Crossover as one of America's Most Innovative Churches. Crossover has also been featured in USA Today, Newsweek, CBS News, BET News, and several regional media outlets.
Urban D. is an internationally known hip-hop artist who has released 9 full-length albums and several remix projects (www.urband.org).
Tommy holds a BA in Pastoral Theology, a concentration in Youth Ministry and completed a masters level Church Leadership course from Southeastern University. He has authored 7 books. His most acclaimed book “Love Our City” is a 30-day devotional format for churches and small groups to go through together. It also includes a community service project aspect. Crossover has used this to reach thousands of new people. They created a leaders box kit that gives churches all the tools to launch Love Our City. There are hundreds of churches that have joined the Love Our City Movement.
Tommy has a passion to help other leaders win. He founded the Flavor Fest Urban Leadership Conference, which is an annual conference and music festival that Crossover Church hosts. Flavor Fest has trained over 7,000 leaders. He has coached hundreds of pastors and currently leads The Urban Church Network with dozens of urban churches from around the nation. Tommy lives in Tampa, Florida with his wife Lucy and his two daughters Deyana and Sophia.
MALEEK “GEECH” TAYLOR
Director
Maleek “Geech” Taylor is a visionary urban leader, church planter, educator, and creative strategist committed to developing leaders who transform their cities. With a deep passion for urban ministry and community empowerment, he has spent more than a decade building systems, programs, and creative environments that help people grow in faith, leadership, and purpose.
Maleek began his ministry journey in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, where he helped plant Impact Church and co‑founded Coatesville Kids to College, an after‑school program designed to break cycles of poverty by providing academic support, mentorship, and a pathway to higher education for at‑risk youth. The program quickly became a model for holistic urban leadership development—equipping students with the tools, confidence, and community support needed to thrive.
Today, Maleek serves at Crossover Church in Tampa, where his background in music, DJ culture, and production plays a key role in shaping the church’s creative expression. As a DJ, producer, and educator, he has trained emerging artists, developed DJ curriculum, and contributed to the innovative worship and arts culture that Crossover is known for.
In his leadership role with Flavor Fest, Maleek brings together his full range of experience—urban leadership development, church planting, youth empowerment, and creative arts—to help equip pastors, artists, and leaders from around the world. His mission is to raise up leaders who impact their communities through faith, creativity, and intentional discipleship.
YVONNE ARMOUR-SIGARS
Speaker & Workshop Liason
Yvonne Armour-Sigars is a singer, writer, and ministry leader currently based in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Originally from El Paso, Texas, she discovered her passion for music and writing at a young age, later performing with the Colorado Ambassadors and sharing stages connected to major artists, national events, and professional sports organizations. Her journey through life’s challenges deepened her faith and inspired her book Who Am I?, along with a continued commitment to sharing the love of Jesus through music and ministry.
After relocating to Tampa, Yvonne joined Crossover Church’s Remix Worship team, where she serves as a worship leader and has also participated in multiple stage productions. She is currently working on solo music, relaunching her nonprofit Diamonds of Virtue, and leading Hair on Loc LLC. Yvonne also volunteers as the Guest Speaker Liaison for Flavor Fest Tampa, where she serves behind the scenes to support ministry leaders and speakers. Her heart is to uplift others and ensure that God receives the glory in all she does.
Whit Harris
Whitney Harris is a strategic creative leader, ordained minister, social worker, mentor, and community builder whose life and leadership are deeply rooted in faith, service, and a passion for people. Originally from Mississippi, Whitney carries with him the values of community, resilience, and collaboration that have shaped both his personal journey and his approach to ministry and leadership. With more than 15 years of experience, he has dedicated his life to building, equipping, encouraging, and mentoring young adults and families as they discover their identity, strengthen their faith, and pursue their God-given purpose.
Whitney has been an active and committed member of Crossover Church for more than nine years. Throughout his time at Crossover, he has embraced numerous ministry responsibilities and has consistently demonstrated a willingness to serve wherever there is a need. From mentoring and developing people to helping create and implement ministry initiatives, Whitney has worn many ministry hats and has become a trusted leader who understands that effective ministry requires both vision and a willingness to serve behind the scenes.
Today, Whitney serves as the Artist Liaison for Flavor Fest, one of the ways he combines his passion for ministry, creativity, relationships, and event leadership. With a strong passion for urban ministry and community empowerment, Whitney has spent more than a decade developing creative strategies and practical systems designed to reach people where they are.
Whitney is also the founder of Dear Young Christian Ministries, an initiative focused on encouraging, equipping, and challenging young Christians to grow in their relationship with God while navigating faith and everyday life. Through this work, he continues to create opportunities for honest conversations, spiritual development, leadership growth, and practical discipleship.
Artist Liason
