Christopher Kurtz
Rincon,GA
Summary
Visionary owner/operator with 30+ years of experience leading and growing businesses. Proven leader with expertise in driving company vision, directing operations, and managing employees. Successful at building strong businesses from the ground up by devising effective marketing strategies, leading sales efforts, and taking decisive actions.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner of Residential/Commercial Painting Co.
C.K. Solutions, Self-employed
Rincon, Georgia
01.2014 - Current
- Submitted competitive bids to secure projects. Assessed material requirements. Managed supply orders to meet project deadlines. And managed billing processes..
- Coordinated job schedules and managed manpower allocation for all project stages.
- Consulted with potential customers to identify needs and provided tailored recommendations.
- Ensure payroll is processed weekly for all employees and sub-contractors.
Senior Pastor
The Vine Community Church
Thomson, Georgia
07.2007 - 12.2013
- Led weekly worship services, delivering engaging sermons and fostering community connection.
- Collaborated with church leadership to create strategic plans for ministry development.
- Collaborated with church leaders, staff, and ministry teams to drive church growth and strengthen community impact.
- Coordinated community outreach programs, increasing church participation in local initiatives.
- Engaged unchurched individuals and new residents through personalized outreach efforts, fostering greater church participation.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling sessions, addressing spiritual and emotional needs.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Established relationships with local businesses to benefit the congregation.
Vice President of Sales/Production Manager
Twister Shelter
Bridgeport, Texas
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Led sales strategy development for innovative shelter solutions in competitive markets.
- Fostered partnerships with key stakeholders to drive collaborative sales initiatives.
- Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities and customer needs.
- Analyzed customer data to identify new sales opportunities.
- Negotiated contracts and proposed offerings to help sales staff close competitive deals.
- Managed budgeting processes to align resources with strategic sales goals.
- Monitored competitor activities to adjust sales tactics and maintain market leadership.
- Developed innovative advertising, public relations, social media and events to advance brand marketing efforts.
- Built strong relationships with vendors and suppliers for sourcing goods at competitive prices.
Owner of Residential/Commercial Painting Co.
CK Enterprise, self-employed
Richmond Hill, Georgia
03.1997 - 07.2005
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Managed daily operations to ensure seamless service delivery to clients.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Coordinated project timelines and resources to meet client expectations efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
Education
Bachelor of Christian Education - Theology
Southern Bible Institute And Seminary
Augusta, GA05-2010
High School Diploma -
Fostoria Baptist Academy
Fostoria, MI06-1991
Skills
- Project management
- Operations management
- Business growth strategies
- Contract negotiation
- Sales agreements
- Customer relationship management
- Vendor relations
- Team leadership
- Staffing
- Conflict management
- Problem solving
References
- Ron Rimowi, Personal and Professional, Tybee Island, GA, 470-519-8118
- Brad Velie, Professional, Waycross, GA, 904-860-1270
- Jeremy Lotter, Personal, Frankenmuth, MI, 989-233-7147
Timeline
Owner of Residential/Commercial Painting Co.
C.K. Solutions, Self-employed
01.2014 - Current
Senior Pastor
The Vine Community Church
07.2007 - 12.2013
Vice President of Sales/Production Manager
Twister Shelter
07.2005 - 07.2007
Owner of Residential/Commercial Painting Co.
CK Enterprise, self-employed
03.1997 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Christian Education - Theology
Southern Bible Institute And Seminary
High School Diploma -
Fostoria Baptist Academy