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Dr. Charley Hames

Bishop Charley Hames, Jr.

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On June 29, 2022, was elected as the 66th Bishop of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church in the line of succession on the first ballot. Upon his election and consecration, the General Conference assigned him to the 9th Episcopal District, which comprises the states of Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and California.
Bishop Hames has served as senior pastor of Beebe Memorial Cathedral CME for 20 years and has led one of the fastest-growing congregations in the CME church. Under his leadership, BMC has grown from eighty-one to over thirty-four hundred members, making it one of the premier houses of worship in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Over the years, this dedicated servant of God has been honored with opportunities and awards some might have thought unlikely for someone of such humble beginnings. He’s prayed over our country’s congressional leaders on Capitol Hill and been named “Pastor of the Year” twice by his two former Bishops. A true champion for community, Bishop Hames also served as chaplain of 100 Black Men of the Bay Area, Inc., former President of the National Action Network’s Oakland chapter, immediate past Chairman of the board of the Oakland African-American Chamber of Commerce, proud Life Member of Alpha Phi Alpha, Fraternity, Inc., Life Member of NAACP, and an active member of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity. He made his mark over broadcast airwaves and was heard across the San Francisco Bay Area as KBLX’s (102.9 FM) “Voice of Inspiration” for fifteen years. He serves on the Board of Trustees for Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, Illinois, and Phillips School of Theology at the Interdenominational Theological Center, Atlanta, Georgia.
Known as a fervent fighter for the young black men of this country, Dr. Hames was among a select group of pastors and community leaders who were invited to the White House in 2012 to discuss the killing of Trayvon Martin with President Obama. Following that meeting, CNN tapped Dr. Hames to discuss the President’s response to the tragedy.

Bishop Hames graduated from Chicago State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in African-American studies. He earned a Master of Divinity degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary in Evanston, Illinois, and a Doctor of Ministry degree in evangelism from the Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas.

He is the author of three books: Pressing Reset: When Life Forces You to Start Over Again, Exchange: Trading Your Brokenness for Exceptional Purpose, and Notes From The Doctor: The 60-Day Devotional Treatment Plan For The Spirit. Bishop Hames’s forthcoming book, *The Leverage Leader: Thriving in the World of AI* (expected January 2025)

Bishop Hames is married to Lady Michelle J. Gaskill-Hames. Lady Michelle serves as President for Kaiser Permanente Southern California and Hawaii. He is also the proud father of two sons and one daughter: Charles Jonathon, Elijah Immanuel, Jael Deon and Grandfather of Maxton. His commitment to his family is as strong as his commitment to his faith and community.

Bishop Hames is committed to fulfilling 1 Corinthians 15:58. Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

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Michelle Gaskill-Hames

Regional President

Kaiser Foundation Health Plan & Hospitals
Southern California and Hawaii

Michelle Gaskill-Hames, BSN, MHA, is president of Kaiser Permanente’s Southern California and Hawaii markets.

She leads health plan and hospital operations, and partners with the Southern California Permanente Medical Group and the Hawaii Permanente Medical Group to provide care for over 5 million Kaiser Permanente members. Under her leadership, over 89,000 employees deliver high-quality, affordable health care services through 17 hospitals and 218 medical offices throughout Southern California and Hawaii.

Her commitment to health equity has been a longstanding personal priority throughout her career and she has been able to execute on this focus through Kaiser Permanente’s vision to be trusted partners in Total Health with a goal to create thriving communities that are among the healthiest in the nation. To that end, Gaskill-Hames also champions more than $1B in annual community benefit support for programs that improve the conditions for health and equity in Southern California and Hawaii.

Gaskill-Hames has 25 years’ experience in health care, with over 15 years as a C-suite executive. Prior to her appointment as regional president, Gaskill-Hames served as chief operating officer for Kaiser Permanente’s Southern California and Hawaii markets. She joined Kaiser Permanente in 2016 and served in a progression of senior executive roles in the Northern California market including senior vice president for the Greater Southern Alameda and Redwood City areas. Before joining Kaiser Permanente, Gaskill-Hames held leadership roles at several health systems, including Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Advocate Health Care, where she served as president of Advocate Trinity Hospital. She also has eight years’ experience in management consulting at Huron Consulting and PwC. Gaskill-Hames’ health care career began at the bedside as a neonatal intensive care registered nurse.

Michelle’s leadership has been described as visionary, empathetic, collaborative and transformative. She is a change agent and proven turnaround specialist who leads with both head and heart, while driving results.

She serves on several professional and community boards, including the California Hospital Association executive board, the MLK Community Healthcare board, and the board of the national Healthcare Standards Institute. She also serves on the CEO Council of the Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, the Southern California Leadership Council, and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ Business Cabinet.

She holds a master’s degree in health services administration and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Michigan. She also has a project management certification from the Harvard School of Public Health.