Colt Rhodes
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Fairfield Christian Church, excelling in worship and creative arts. Expert in relationship building and creative production, I successfully managed a 40+ member team, enhancing engagement through innovative media strategies. Passionate about mentoring and training volunteers to align with ministry goals and drive growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship & Creative Arts Pastor
Fairfield Christian Church
Lancaster, OH
11.2023 - Current
- Lead worship ministry of 40+ team members, overseeing music, media, and creative production.
- Manage website updates, video editing, social media strategy, and graphic design to increase engagement and reach.
- Recruit, train, and mentor volunteers, aligning ministry efforts with church vision and growth strategies.
- Collaborate with pastoral staff to integrate worship and communication with weekly teaching themes.
Co-Founder & Director
Restore Ministries
01.2004 - Current
- Lead worship retreats, train young worship leaders, and produce creative ministry experiences.
Account Executive (SaaS Sales)
EvenUp Law
Remote
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Generated SaaS sales to personal injury law firms, tailoring AI-driven demand letter solutions to client needs.
- Built strong client relationships by addressing objections and delivering consultative value.
- Managed full sales cycle using Salesforce, from prospecting to closing, with consistent quota attainment.
Account Executive (SaaS Sales)
LexisNexis
Dayton, Remote
05.2020 - 09.2023
- Consistently exceeded sales targets (200%+ annually; 245% YTD 2023) in B2B SaaS sales to law firms.
- Designed and delivered onboarding/training systems for new hires, reducing ramp-up time.
- Leveraged Salesforce to optimize pipeline management and reporting, driving efficiency and growth.
Interim Worship Pastor
Various Churches
, OH
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Served churches in Lancaster to South Lebanon, leading teams and services while mentoring musicians.
- Coordinated music selection for diverse worship styles and themes.
- Developed and trained worship teams to enhance musical skills and performance.
- Led worship services engaging congregations in various church settings.
Regional Branch Manager
Wells Fargo
Bluffton, SC
08.2015 - 04.2020
- Directed 19 employees, coaching seven into higher regional leadership roles.
- Revitalized underperforming branch, driving 40%+ annual revenue growth.
Media & Tech Pastor
Highland Park Baptist
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Oversaw full production team, trained volunteers, and provided worship leadership as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical Counseling
Birmingham Theological Seminary
Birmingham, AL11.2025
Master of Arts - Worship Ministry
Birmingham Theological Seminary
Birmingham, AL08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Bible/Religion
Tennessee Temple University
Chattanooga, TN05-2009
Skills
- Relationship Building & Account Management
- Worship & Creative Arts Leadership
- Website Editing & Content Management
- Team building
- Social media strategy
- Volunteer training
- Creative production
- Public speaking
- Client relationship management
- Songwriting
Ministry And Creative Leadership
- Co-Founder & Director, Restore Ministries, 01/01/04, Present, Lead worship retreats, train young worship leaders, and produce creative ministry experiences.
- Interim Worship Pastor, 01/01/20, 12/31/23, Served churches in Lancaster to South Lebanon, leading teams and services while mentoring musicians.
- Media & Tech Pastor, Highland Park Baptist, 01/01/09, 12/31/11, Oversaw full production team, trained volunteers, and provided worship leadership as needed.
Timeline
Worship & Creative Arts Pastor
Fairfield Christian Church
11.2023 - Current
Account Executive (SaaS Sales)
EvenUp Law
09.2023 - 04.2024
Account Executive (SaaS Sales)
LexisNexis
05.2020 - 09.2023
Interim Worship Pastor
Various Churches
01.2020 - 01.2023
Regional Branch Manager
Wells Fargo
08.2015 - 04.2020
Media & Tech Pastor
Highland Park Baptist
01.2009 - 01.2011
Co-Founder & Director
Restore Ministries
01.2004 - Current
Master of Arts - Biblical Counseling
Birmingham Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Worship Ministry
Birmingham Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Bible/Religion
Tennessee Temple University