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Aaron Gross

Aaron Gross

Black Mountain,USA

Summary

Dynamic executive leader with more than 25 years of experience leading organizations, building high-performing teams, driving strategic initiatives, and developing future leaders. Experienced in operations management, organizational development, change management, coaching, executive communication, and cross-functional leadership.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Campus Executive Leader

Seacoast Church
Asheville, NC
01.2022 - Current

Lead multidisciplinary teams across operations, communications, children's, student, worship, and administrative functions. Rebuilt staffing infrastructure, developed leadership pipelines, partnered

with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, strengthened organizational culture, built community partnerships, and directed large-scale events and weekly executive communications.

  • Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives enhancing organizational performance.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with stakeholders, driving collaboration on key projects aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Mentored emerging leaders, fostering a culture of professional growth and accountability within the organization.
  • Spearheaded change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during organizational restructuring efforts.
  • Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation, optimizing financial performance across departments.

Student Ministries Director

Kensington Church
Troy, MI
08.2018 - 12.2021

Directed a department serving 225+ participants. Managed operations, volunteers, planning, budgets, programming, and leadership development while increasing engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Developed and implemented engaging programs to foster spiritual growth among youth and families.
  • Led volunteer recruitment, training, and ongoing support to enhance ministry effectiveness.

Director of Ministry Operations

Clarkston Community
Clarkston, MI
07.2016 - 08.2018

Led programs for children, students, and families while overseeing staff development, volunteer engagement, and operational planning.

  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and service delivery.
  • Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and resource allocation.
  • Implemented performance metrics to track program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
  • Cultivated partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach and support services.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

Family Ministry Director

Lake Orion UMC
Lake Orion, MI
02.2011 - 07.2016

Provided strategic leadership for birth through high school ministries including operations, volunteer

management, and long-range planning.

  • Developed and implemented church programs fostering community engagement and spiritual growth.
  • Led volunteer recruitment and training initiatives, enhancing participation in ministry activities.
  • Managed budgeting processes for ministry projects, optimizing resource allocation and expenditure.
  • Strengthened relationships with local organizations, fostering partnerships for collaborative projects and initiatives.

Humanitarian Worker

Missionary
Harlingen, TX
07.2007 - 01.2011

Led humanitarian efforts through, building and distributing Bio-Sand water filters, youth development, prison ministry, and community outreach initiatives while

coordinating volunteer teams and cross-cultural projects.

  • Facilitated partnerships with local organizations to expand resource networks and improve overall program outreach and impact.
  • Conducted assessments of community needs, identifying gaps in services and tailoring interventions accordingly to maximize assistance effectiveness.

Education

Youth Ministry, Biblical Studies

William Tyndale College
01.2001

Skills

  • Ethical leadership
  • Strategic visioning
  • Customer focus
  • Organizational development
  • Team leadership
  • Customer relations
  • Training and development
  • Operations management
  • Community engagement

Core Competencies

  • Executive Leadership • Operations Management • Strategic Planning • Organizational Development
  • Change Management • Team Leadership • Talent Development • Project Management
  • Budget Oversight • Public Speaking • Community Partnerships

Timeline

Campus Executive Leader

Seacoast Church
01.2022 - Current

Student Ministries Director

Kensington Church
08.2018 - 12.2021

Director of Ministry Operations

Clarkston Community
07.2016 - 08.2018

Family Ministry Director

Lake Orion UMC
02.2011 - 07.2016

Humanitarian Worker

Missionary
07.2007 - 01.2011

Youth Ministry, Biblical Studies

William Tyndale College