Andrew Simpson
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Professional, energetic Event Host with 30 years of experience in public speaking and facilitating diverse crowds for various occasions. Effective at providing successful media strategies and orchestrating special events. Highly adept in authoring speeches, engaging large crowds and marketing strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning and Inclusion/Diversity Instructor
Consolidated Edison Company of New York
2004.11 - 2021.07
- Provided instructional facilitation to more than 21,000 employees each year.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
Director of Youth Ministry
Calvary Baptist Church, New York City
2006.09 - 2021.07
- Accurately verified inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts of stock, investigated discrepancies, and adjusted errors if necessary
- Led the development of new training for stock handler employees focused on improving inventory processes and overall cost effectiveness.
- Enhanced youth engagement by implementing innovative programs and activities tailored to their interests.
- Organized numerous service projects and mission trips, promoting social responsibility and personal development among participants.
- Initiated successful fundraising campaigns to support mission trips, retreats, and other large-scale events for the youth congregation.
- Facilitated workshops on various topics including faith formation, vocational discernment, and life skills for young congregants in different age groups.
- Partnered with local schools and organizations to create outreach programs that address relevant issues affecting young people in the community.
- Recruited trained, and supervised a team of volunteers to support youth ministry initiatives, enhancing program efficiency and reach.
- Championed intergenerational opportunities for collaboration between the youth ministry and other church departments, fostering unity and mutual support among congregants of all ages.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Taught and counseled youth ages 13 to 19.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL05.2025
High School Diploma -
Northeastern Academy High School
New York, New York06.1999
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Relationship Building
- Community Engagement
- Written Communication
- Event Scheduling
- Adaptability
- Continuous Improvement
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout Rank - Boys Scouts of America., 08/01/99
- Vice President of the Student Government Association (SGA) at Tuskegee University., 1999-2000
Affiliations
- Boys Scouts of America, Member, 09/01/90
- American Baptist Churches of Metropolitan New York, Board member for youth ministries, 2014
- Young Life Youth Camps, Board member for the Southeast Queens division, 2016
- Tuskegee Alumni Association (Charlotte Chapter) Advisor
Presentations
- Present, MC large gatherings for various cultural celebrations up to 50, 000 patrons
- 2016 - Present, Master of Ceremony for Weddings, Large Parties, Large Convocations, Professional Development conventions
- 2006 - 2021, Director of Youth Ministries, engaging 60-175 young people weekly.
- 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, Moderator at Annual Youth Leaders Conference, Brooklyn, NY. (approx. 10,000 attendees)
- 2016, Keynote Speaker at ABC Metro Annual Youth Convocation, Queens, NY.
- 2016, Keynote Speaker at Graduates Banquet for High School Graduates, Queens, NY.
- 2015, Master of Ceremony at Graduates Banquet for Post Graduate, Undergraduate and High School students, Queens, NY. (1,500 attendees)
- 2014, 2013, 2012, Keynote Speaker at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Contest (crowd of 2,700)
Awards
- 09/01/16, Honored for Outstanding Commitment to the youth in the Southeast Queens section of New York.
- 03/01/07, Recipient of 'Advisor of the Year' Award in Youth Ministry (2007-2015).
- 06/01/15, Recipient of the 'Silver Buffalo Award' by the Boy Scouts of America.
Timeline
Director of Youth Ministry
Calvary Baptist Church, New York City
2006.09 - 2021.07
Learning and Inclusion/Diversity Instructor
Consolidated Edison Company of New York
2004.11 - 2021.07
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Tuskegee University
High School Diploma -
Northeastern Academy High School
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