Steve Gatena is a visionary entrepreneur, media innovator, and the founder and CEO of Pray.com, the world’s leading app for daily prayer and faith-based audio content. With a mission to grow faith and cultivate community, Steve has transformed the way people experience spirituality through his platform, propelling Pray.com into the Top 5 grossing Lifestyle apps on the Apple App Store and serving more than 18 million users worldwide.
His path to purpose began with a championship-winning collegiate football career at USC, where he won the 2009 Rose Bowl. At just 22, Steve launched his first company, REP Interactive, which quickly became the fastest-growing video agency in the U.S. and earned recognition as one of America’s Best Workplaces. He then co-founded VideoFort—Hollywood’s largest aerial stock footage company—which supplied high-quality footage to blockbuster films, TV productions, and major marketing campaigns.
After guiding multiple successful ventures and earning accolades like the United Nations “Entrepreneur of the Year,” Steve shifted focus to build a platform that would nourish both soul and society. Under his leadership, Pray.com has not only been praised as one of the best places to work, but also recognized for its positive impact on mental wellness, as evidenced by clinical studies. The company is now at the intersection of faith and technology, using AI and strategic partnerships to help non-profit ministries scale their service and reach.
Steve's leadership has garnered awards including CSQ Magazine’s “40 Under 40 Visionary,” and in 2020 he was appointed by the President of the United States as a non-partisan advisor on cybersecurity. He also mentors at organizations such as USC's Digital Media Management Board and supports veterans through the nonprofit Beyond the Brotherhood.
Now on Bookvid, Steve Gatena invites creators, faith leaders, and changemakers to connect through personalized video messages and 1‑on‑1 live chats. Whether you're looking for inspiration to align your faith with your work, a shout-out from someone who’s built meaningful impact at scale, or insights into purpose-driven entrepreneurship, Steve delivers each message with humility, wisdom, and heart.
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Browse our marketplace of the world's most in-demand experts. After choosing the right expert for you, book a 1:1 video call with them. At the time of the appointment, join the live 1:1 video call, ask the expert your questions, and get personalized high-quality advice!.
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Most of our experts offer 1:1 video consultations ranging between 5 - 90 minutes. During the booking the process, you will be able to select the duration that makes sense for you.
How much can we accomplish in a virtual session?
Generally speaking, most of our customers have been delighted with how much they achieved during their live 1:1 video consultations. We have over 5,000 five-star reviews and a high percentage of our customers rebook the same expert or additional experts because their experience exceeded their expectations. Our most popular sessions are 30 minutes long, but you can still get a lot done during a 15 minute session.
Can I book an expert more than once?
Yes. In fact, many of our customers book the same expert or a group of experts on a regular basis. There are no limits.
Why are these experts doing this?
Many of them have shared their desire for Bookvid's mission — to give everyone access to anyone, empowering each other to build a better world. They also love paying it forward and helping others advance in their journey. With Bookvid, they now have an easy-to-use platform that makes it simple to connect with like-mind folks like yourself, while also being compensated fairly for their time. In some cases, our experts are also donating a portion or all of their proceeds to the charity of their choice.
What timezones are the video consultations based in?
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When do experts unlock more times?
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Can I reschedule or cancel my session?
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Do you have a guarantee in case I was dissatisfied?
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Booking Steve
How do I book a video session with Steve?
Open Steve's profile on BookVid, choose a session type and an available time, then pay securely with Stripe. You'll get a confirmation email with a browser-based video-call link — no download required.
How much does a session with Steve cost?
Steve's sessions start at $250 on BookVid. Each offering shows its exact price before you pay.
Does Steve offer personalized custom videos?
Yes. You can request a personalized custom video from Steve starting at $50. Submit your request on the profile and Steve delivers a shareable, downloadable video.
What happens if Steve cancels my booking?
If Steve cancels, you're refunded automatically and can rebook another time or another verified creator on BookVid.
