Daniel B. Bland
Hamden,Connecticut
Summary
Enthusiastic, creative, and reliable strategic leader and community organizer. Successful at developing training plans and creating supplementary marketing and advertising materials to help practitioners and organizations excel. Ready to apply over 17 years of experience to a dynamic new role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Clergy Organizer
Faithacts For Education Inc.
01.2021 - Current
- Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host, and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
- Collaborated with clergy leaders and faith communities to create a unified front for advocating educational equity and social justice.
- Advocated for educational policies that promote equity and inclusivity at local, regional, and national levels.
- Collaborated with event planners and other stakeholders to encourage teamwork and achieve successful outcomes.
- Mobilized clergy leaders to become advocates for educational justice, providing them with resources, training, and support to engage their congregations effectively.
Senior Pastor
Revival Church Inc.
12.2012 - Current
- Implemented a strategic vision that aligns with the church's values and goals, fostering a sense of unity and purpose within the congregation.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop and execute growth strategies, resulting in a significant increase in membership and community engagement.
- Initiated and led various community outreach programs, such as food drives, mentorship programs, and partnerships with local organizations.
- Implemented sound financial management practices, ensuring the church's resources are used effectively for both internal programs and community outreach.
Marketing & Evaluation Consultant
Bridgeport United Coalition
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Increased credibility and client awareness by developing technical/non- technical marketing collateral and presentations, public relations campaigns, articles and newsletters
- Developed campaigns and specific marketing strategies for prevention programs
- Coordinated with social media, public relations and other teams to execute product introductions
- Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting findings and recommended optimizations
- Gathered, documented and modeled data to assess community trends.
Program Manager
Greater Bridgeport Area Prevention Program
01.2012 - 10.2021
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Devised creative solutions to critical customer and user needs.
- Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
National Certified Trainer
One Circle Foundation
01.2008 - 04.2021
- Certified to train providers/facilitators to implement the Council for Boys and Young Men model to fidelity (2008)
- Certified Council Facilitator
- Technical Assistance Consultation and Support
- Work collaboratively with agency, subject-matter experts, and the
- Director of Training and Development to design, develop, evaluate, and implement effective learning solutions.
- Planned and implemented courses of instruction accounting for individual strengths and final objectives.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Enhanced trainee retention rates through personalized coaching and supportive feedback.
Senior Case Manager
Saint Francis Home for Children
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with Child Protective Services, schools, shelters, and other community resources to provide resources to help clients achieve goals
- Utilize evidence-based practices including motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care to create individualized service plans based on clients' strengths
- Crisis intervention, guidance, and supportive counseling
- Participate in case staffing, case conferences and mental health court hearings.
Adjunct Music Professor
University of New Haven
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Increased cultural awareness among students through the incorporation of world music studies in the curriculum.
- Maintained strong relationships with alumni networks for future collaboration opportunities and support for current students.
- Updated course materials regularly to keep pace with developments in music theory, composition techniques, and technology advancements within the industry.
- Advised undergraduate and graduate students on academic progress, course selection, and professional development opportunities.
- Organized successful recitals and concerts showcasing student talent, contributing to increased community engagement and support.
- Established connections with local music organizations to create internship opportunities for students seeking real-world experience in the field.
Education
Masters of Arts Degree - Pastoral & Professional Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA2007
Bachelor’s of Arts Degree - Communications and Computer Science
Albertus Magnus College
New Haven, CT05.2007
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Campaign Organization
- Documentation and Reporting
- Project Management
- Project Leadership
- Event Planning
- Outreach Management
- Capacity Building
- Community Outreach
Timeline
Clergy Organizer
Faithacts For Education Inc.
01.2021 - Current
Marketing & Evaluation Consultant
Bridgeport United Coalition
01.2020 - 01.2022
Senior Pastor
Revival Church Inc.
12.2012 - Current
Program Manager
Greater Bridgeport Area Prevention Program
01.2012 - 10.2021
National Certified Trainer
One Circle Foundation
01.2008 - 04.2021
Senior Case Manager
Saint Francis Home for Children
01.2008 - 01.2012
Adjunct Music Professor
University of New Haven
01.2007 - 01.2009
Masters of Arts Degree - Pastoral & Professional Counseling
Liberty University
Bachelor’s of Arts Degree - Communications and Computer Science
Albertus Magnus College