Craig A. Everett
Seabrook,NH
Summary
Dynamic communicator with established leadership capabilities in church, business, and non-profit sectors, dedicated to conveying truths of God’s word with transparency and compassion.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Rand Memorial Congregational Church
Seabrook, NH
12.2016 - Current
- Led church renewal and revitalization after period of decline through lay leadership development, emphasizing hospitality, Bible-based preaching and teaching, and non-judgmental discipleship
- Delivered inspiring sermons that engaged diverse congregational members.
- Provided pastoral care through counseling and spiritual guidance sessions.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to support local families in need.
Principal
Nexcom, LLC, DBA Covenant Shore
Seabrook, NH
01.2014 - Current
- Provide Professional Life Coaching services to individuals seeking to make major life improvements, specializing in family and marriage relationships. Offer evangelism training to churches in the region and serve as a speaker for men’s retreats
Executive Director
Helping Hands Outreach Center
Manchester, NH
09.2002 - 12.2013
- Provided leadership and strategic direction for established organization delivering transitional housing to men with substance abuse issues, focusing on staff development, communication, public relations, fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and program development.
- Led strategic planning initiatives that expanded community outreach programs and increased engagement.
- Oversaw budget management and resource allocation for various projects.
- Collaborated with local organizations to establish partnerships, enhancing resource support and community impact.
Planting Pastor
Community Bible Fellowship
Manchester, NH
02.1996 - 07.2007
- Founded and directed new Church of the Nazarene in Manchester, uniting mature believers with un-churched individuals to create a vibrant community.
- Delivered engaging sermons to inspire and educate the congregation.
- Provided spiritual counseling to individuals and families in need.
- Led community outreach programs to support local families and individuals.
Director of Sales and Marketing
GP Auto Specialists/NAL
Bow, NH
06.1994 - 02.2000
- Began as a Sales Representative. Worked directly with the company owner to reposition the company in the marketplace. Promoted to Director of Sales and Marketing—hiring, training and managing additional sales personnel. Sold a full line of car and truck accessories.
- Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
Pastor
Church of the Nazarene
Waterville, VT
10.1991 - 02.1996
Advertising Sales Manager
Vision New England
Burlington, MA
03.1985 - 09.1991
Planting Pastor
Lighthouse Chapel
Portsmouth, NH
03.1985 - 09.1991
Education
The COACH Model
Creative Results Management
Seattle, WA05-2025
Associate of Science -
Nazarene Bible College
Colorado Springs, CO06-1994
Certificate in Marriage and Family Ministry -
Light University Online
Skills
- Congregational support
- Community outreach
- Addiction support
- Counseling
- Volunteer management
- Group facilitation
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Leadership development
- Organizational leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Faith development
- Community service engagement
Accomplishments
• Rand Memorial Congregational Church, Successfully led the church to growth through the COVID-19 pandemic, Baptized several new believers each year over the past nine years, Received many of these new believers into the membership of the church, growing average attendance by better than 25%, Increased giving by 35% during pastorate, Began a Young Men’s Discipleship group which has dramatically impacted the church
• Helping Hands Outreach Center, Increased donations and grant revenues by 55% in first two years allowing for more complete services to residents, In total increased the operating budget by over 300%, Created a Permanent Supportive Housing Program which offers affordable housing units to homeless persons with a disability along with supportive services, Worked with multiple agencies to create the Manchester Homeless Services Center
• GP Auto Specialists/NAL, Increased customer base by thirty-seven percent by expanding existing markets and opening new markets., Conceived, created and implemented the innovative and successful 'Accessory Marketplace' program.
• Vision New England, Increased advertising customer base by eighty-three percent., Developed a successful co-operative advertising program, bringing publishers and bookstores together and increasing sales revenues by thirty percent.
• Wayne Green Enterprises, Launched the most successful premier issue of a computer magazine in the publishing group’s history with over 100 advertising pages sold., Continued to build on this solid foundation, consistently setting new advertising sales records.
• Helping Hands Outreach Center, Increased donations and grant revenues by 55% in first two years allowing for more complete services to residents, In total increased the operating budget by over 300%, Created a Permanent Supportive Housing Program which offers affordable housing units to homeless persons with a disability along with supportive services, Worked with multiple agencies to create the Manchester Homeless Services Center
• GP Auto Specialists/NAL, Increased customer base by thirty-seven percent by expanding existing markets and opening new markets., Conceived, created and implemented the innovative and successful 'Accessory Marketplace' program.
• Vision New England, Increased advertising customer base by eighty-three percent., Developed a successful co-operative advertising program, bringing publishers and bookstores together and increasing sales revenues by thirty percent.
• Wayne Green Enterprises, Launched the most successful premier issue of a computer magazine in the publishing group’s history with over 100 advertising pages sold., Continued to build on this solid foundation, consistently setting new advertising sales records.
Community And Civic Involvement
- Seabrook Fire Department, Chaplain, Provide a listening ear and guidance after traumatic events to the men and women of the SFD.
- Seacoast Gospel Movement, Organizer, Bringing together pastors and leaders from multiple congregations throughout the seacoast region.
- Manchester Continuum of Care, Chair, 2004-2006, Brought together Leadership to research and write the Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness.
- Mayor’s Task Force to Review the Ten-Year Plan to End Homelessness, Committee Member
- Community and Faith Based Initiative, Advisory Board Member
- FBA-NET, Advisory Board Member
- State and FBO Work Group, Work Group/Task Force Member
- Governor’s Council on Suicide Prevention, Council Member, Communication Committee Member.
- Rise Again Outreach, Founding Board Member
- Manchester Homeless Services Center, Creator, Offering supportive services to sheltered and un-sheltered homeless persons.
Additional Training And Skills
- University of Arizona – Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Facilitator.
- Dale Carnegie Course in Public Speaking – First place for ability to convey thoughts and feelings.
- Outreach Training – National Seminar Leader.
- Nineveh Project – Church Planting Coach.
Timeline
Pastor
Rand Memorial Congregational Church
12.2016 - Current
Principal
Nexcom, LLC, DBA Covenant Shore
01.2014 - Current
Executive Director
Helping Hands Outreach Center
09.2002 - 12.2013
Planting Pastor
Community Bible Fellowship
02.1996 - 07.2007
Director of Sales and Marketing
GP Auto Specialists/NAL
06.1994 - 02.2000
Pastor
Church of the Nazarene
10.1991 - 02.1996
Advertising Sales Manager
Vision New England
03.1985 - 09.1991
Planting Pastor
Lighthouse Chapel
03.1985 - 09.1991
The COACH Model
Creative Results Management
Associate of Science -
Nazarene Bible College
Certificate in Marriage and Family Ministry -
Light University Online