Our Story
Founded in 2005 as Nine Magazine, Inc., Nine Media, Inc. began its journey with a mission to inspire and uplift young people through Christian media. Initially launched as a print publication featuring Bethany Hamilton, the shark-attack survivor, the organization faced challenges during the 2008-2010 recession. In response, it transitioned to an online-only format in 2010, celebrating a decade of service with a revamped website in 2016. Under the leadership of Vicki Krings-Wilstermann and founder Melinda Laging, Nine Media, Inc. has expanded its vision to reach more teens and young adults with relevant, Biblically inspired content and a supportive online community.