BJ Thompson
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Accomplished Executive Director recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Build A Better Us
09.2018 - Current
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
- Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Created promotional materials and provided insightful information to social media, websites and print media to educate public.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
Campus Director
Navigators
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Oversaw student retention efforts and to maintain Program goals and objectives.
- Strategic planning and team building for a specific campus location, such as:
- Establishing practices that lead to continuous reproduction of disciple makers, including mobilizing volunteers and student leaders, including establishing or maintaining IFI as a recognized student organization
- Ensure team has regular outreach and continuous development activities
- Identifying and developing leaders, including among volunteers, students, and staff
- Regularly meet and coordinate with staff to set service goals, coordinate service efforts, and monitor effectiveness of program activities
- Directly supervise at least 1-5 staff members
- Provide oversight and assessments for ministry performance and MPD expectations for direct reports
- Staff care for all staff members, especially for international staff
- Be a friendship partner or disciple at least one international student
- Participate in/lead a studies for international students, sharing spiritual formation as a way of life even among different cultures
- Participate in cultural activities with international students and relate with students from different cultures
- Maintain a good relationship with other campus international organizations and offices
- Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role by sharing the vision of the ministry, ensuring minimum monetary standards are achieved, partner care, and sending out a ministry newsletter at least every other month to partners
Administrator
New Hope Christian Academy & Early Learning Center
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Developed partnerships with parents, businesses and organizations to build awareness, increase support and share resources.
- Checked on instructor lessons and communication in order to assess quality of education and assistance offered to students.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Academic Advisor
Victory University
08.2012 - 03.2014
- Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
- Consulted with students to advise on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Received and reviewed transcripts to determine eligibility for admission to college or specific programs.
- Investigated complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
- Assessed data gathering methods for validity and reliability purposes.
- Met firm deadlines while applying results-driven and goal-oriented methodology to teaching initiatives.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
Pastoral Resident
Fellowship Memphis Church
08.2009 - 08.2012
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
Education
Master of Arts - Leadership
Union University
Jackson, TN05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX08.2006
Skills
- Staff Management
- Marketing
- Stakeholder Relations
- Contract Management
- Financial Management
- Public Speaking
- Operational Planning
- Program Leadership
- Program Management
- Leadership Development
- Relationship Building
- Strategic Planning
Expertise
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Collaboration
Technical Skills
- Curriculum Planning
- Product Development
- Program Development
- Subscription Development
- Microsoft
Timeline
Executive Director
Build A Better Us
09.2018 - Current
Campus Director
Navigators
08.2015 - 09.2018
Administrator
New Hope Christian Academy & Early Learning Center
07.2014 - 08.2015
Academic Advisor
Victory University
08.2012 - 03.2014
Pastoral Resident
Fellowship Memphis Church
08.2009 - 08.2012
Master of Arts - Leadership
Union University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of North Texas
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