Jeff Payne has extensive experience serving as a Chaplain in the Canadian Armed Forces since October 2015, currently holding the position of Sr. Chaplain for the 37 Canadian Brigade Group. Additional experience includes franchise ownership at Cora Restaurants from March 2016 to October 2024 and serving as Chaplain for the St. John's Edge Basketball Team from September 2018 to April 2019. Jeff Payne's academic qualifications include a Master of Theological Studies (Honours) and various certificates in Grief and Bereavement and Pastoral Leadership, all from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador, along with a Bachelor of Theology in Youth Ministry from EPBC.