Knowledgeable Connections Director with proven ability to foster and maintain strong relationships. Skilled in coordinating events and initiatives that align with organizational goals. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and strategic planning. Recognized for strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to create welcoming, well-executed experiences.
Work History
Director of Connections
1 Year 7 Months
LIFE Fellowship | 01.2025 - Current
Led church-wide guest experience initiatives, enhancing welcoming and engaging experiences for first-time guests and members.
Manage communication strategies and follow-up systems for guests, events, and ministry participation.
Develop and improve organizational processes that increase efficiency and strengthen community engagement.
Managed communication strategies and follow-up systems, improving guest engagement and participation in events and ministries.
Coordinated logistics for church-wide events, membership classes, and community gatherings, ensuring smooth execution and participant satisfaction.
Partner with ministry leaders to ensure seamless execution of weekly services and special events.
Assistant Director, Little LIFE Academy
3 Years 7 Months
LIFE Fellowship | 05.2021 - 12.2024
Assisted in daily operations of preschool program to ensure smooth functioning and positive learning environment.
Coordinated communication among families, staff, and leadership to foster collaboration and community engagement.
Supported special events, parent engagement opportunities, and administrative operations.
Director of Assimilation
3 Years 9 Months
LIFE Fellowship | 08.2017 - 05.2021
Designed and implemented guest engagement strategy enhancing visitor experience from first visit through active participation.
Recruited, trained, scheduled, and supervised volunteer teams supporting weekly operations.
Planned and coordinated ministry events and classes, ensuring seamless registration, logistics, communication, and volunteer management.
Developed workflows and administrative systems to improve organizational efficiency.
Director of Child Care
1 Year 9 Months
YMCA Anderson Family Enrichment Center | 11.2015 - 08.2017
Oversaw daily operations for multiple childcare programs, ensuring program effectiveness and compliance with standards.
Maintained licensing compliance and organizational documentation.
Collaborated with schools and community organizations to develop programming and partnerships.
Administered operational budgets and prepared administrative reports to maintain financial health and transparency.
Student Ministries Administrative Assistant
6 Years 5 Months
Westgate Chapel | 03.2007 - 08.2013
Coordinated logistics for retreats, conferences, mission trips, and special events to ensure smooth execution and participant satisfaction.
Managed registrations, travel arrangements, contracts, and event budgets, ensuring all components aligned for successful events.
Organized volunteer teams and event communications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education & Family and Consumer Sciences
Bowling Green State University | Bowling Green, Ohio | 12-2001
Skills
Customer experience
Event Planning & Execution
Volunteer Development
Guest experience
Logistics & Scheduling
Budget management
Workflow Optimization
Process Improvement
Team Collaboration
Microsoft Office (Excel
Word
Outlook)
Planning Center & Database Systems
Timeline
Director of Connections
LIFE Fellowship
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Director, Little LIFE Academy
LIFE Fellowship
05.2021 - 12.2024Read More
Director of Assimilation
LIFE Fellowship
08.2017 - 05.2021Read More
Director of Child Care
YMCA Anderson Family Enrichment Center
11.2015 - 08.2017Read More
Student Ministries Administrative Assistant
Westgate Chapel
03.2007 - 08.2013Read More
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science from Early Childhood Education & Family and Consumer Sciences