Christopher Rivers
Washington,DC
Summary
Inspiring and dynamic Christian minister skilled in preaching and relationship building, in addition to organizational development and community service management. Committed to shepherding individuals to Christ and engaging the community in missionary service. Seeking to assist in leading and growing a congregation to help strengthen and expand His word.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President/Founding Member
Evangelism For Christ
Durham, NC
01.2021 - Current
- Created and established organization, operations, and overall mission and vision
- Created Church in The Streets Grass Roots Campaign in North Carolina.
- Oversight of all brand identity, marketing, and canvasing
- Assembled board of directors to assist with management of organizational direction
- Plan, direct, and oversee all event planning, coordination and scheduling for organizations yearly objectives
- Enlisted volunteers to assist with outreach evangelism events
- Creation of collaborative partnerships with ministries and churches
- Facilitating support from community businesses and Christian volunteers to evangelize the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Unlimited Licensed General Contractor/ President
The Christopher Building Group, LLC
Durham, NC
11.2012 - Current
- Created and established organization, operations, and overall mission and vision
- Grew Organization to Over 1MM in gross revenues
- Managed talented teams of electricians, carpenters, plumbers and other craftsmen on commercial and residential projects
- Managed Budgets of any size from $150,000 - 50,000,000.00 per project including cost pro-forma and resource lists and project calendars
- Creation of approved course content and offered training to industry colleagues for continuing education.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance. Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Developed internal project management systems and communications to facilitate successful operations.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes
Program Director
NCIMED
2011 - 2013
- Facilitated over 3.5 Million dollars worth of contract work
- Help created over 100 jobs in construction industry
- Hosted monthly trainings for industry stakeholders
- Grew organization to over 4 locations statewide
- Standardized processes, evaluated programs and conducted performance reviews with eye toward continuous improvement for organization.
- Created and presented data using MS Excel spreadsheets and other MS Office tools.
- Monitored progress of programs, using and applying programming documents, program directives, funding documents and other program material.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients
Education
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2028
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
Elizabeth City, NC05.2014
Associate of Arts - Pastoral Ministries
Carolina Christian College
Winston-salem, NC01.2012
Skills
- Mentorship
- Strategic Planning
- Orator and Event Host
- Investor Relations
- Complex Problem Solver
- Innovative and Visionary
- Organizational and Business Development
- Leadership and People Management
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Published Author
- Profit and Loss Management
- Spiritual Counseling
- Culture Creation
- Volunteer Training and Recruitment
Certification
- Ordained Minster in 2012
- Elected Board Member of NC Coalition Against Human Trafficking
- North Carolina Licensed General Contractor
- South Carolina Licensed General Contractor
- Board Approved Continuing Education Instructor (NCLBGC)
Timeline
President/Founding Member
Evangelism For Christ
01.2021 - Current
Unlimited Licensed General Contractor/ President
The Christopher Building Group, LLC
11.2012 - Current
Program Director
NCIMED
2011 - 2013
Master of Divinity - Divinity
Howard University
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership
Mid-Atlantic Christian University
Associate of Arts - Pastoral Ministries
Carolina Christian College