Doug Collins
Lodi
Summary
Collaborative leader and strategic thinker with 17 years of experience in supervising, training, and developing teams. Strong background in developing programming and events for over 15 years, along with 12 years of expertise as an A/V Technician. Skilled in creating competent teams and utilizing relevant technology. Focused on optimizing systems for steady, long-term growth and maximum efficiency. Excited about the opportunity to explore these goals with your company.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director
One-Eighty Youth Programs
06.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
- Promoted an inclusive environment by actively engaging diverse populations in all aspects of programming.
- Trained staff in skills promoting resiliency, growth mindset, and inclusiveness to aid in effective mentoring within our at-risk youth populations needs
- Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
- Advanced community outreach efforts by forging strong relationships with local partners.
- Developed an inclusive youth program to provide a family-dinner experience to at-risk youth by partnering with local businesses / outreach programs.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Led change management initiatives, fostering a positive organizational culture during periods of transition.
- Managed facility needs, upgrades, and budgeting.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
Operations Manager
Real Journey Academies
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Operations: multi-site policy and systems optimization and ensuring effective implementation, logistics for students and parents, administrative tasks; scheduling
- Facilities: put in work-orders; built and maintained positive vendor relationships; budget optimization by decreasing overhead and increasing utilization of in-house talent and skills when possible
- Staff Development: increased staff productivity and collaboration through skills training and relational leadership
- Programming: organizing engaging events and programming for an at-risk youth population; responsibly deescalate student altercations, including working with emergency personnel
- Facilities: event scheduling for use of building; daily facilities maintenance and cleaning
- Operations: budgeting, vendor relationships, staff scheduling, day-to-day operations, café inventory, maintain ServSafe Certification, OSHA training /compliance; introduced Google Suits to promote company wide cohesion
- Staff Development: increased skills training; recruited and hired interns; handled all conflicts; oversight of staff mentorship and job readiness training. Kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Fundraising: promote and participate in planning multiple annual fundraisers
Student Pastor
Pathway Church
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Created and implemented programming for youth and adult programs
- Fostered a supportive community through regular pastoral counseling and mentorship.
- Enhanced character, individual, and spiritual growth by implementing engaging youth programs and community partnership
- Trained interns and volunteers
- Managed budgetary resources effectively, ensuring fiscal responsibility in all program areas.
- Evaluated existing ministry programs regularly to identify areas of improvement or expansion opportunities.
- Coordinated fundraising efforts that provided necessary financial support for youth programming and events.
- Organized mission trips to promote service opportunities, encouraging personal growth for participants.
- Improved volunteer engagement by providing leadership training and support.
- Planned and coordinated multiple yearly week long trips geared toward increasing mental health support, character growth, resiliency building, and community development
- Mentored young leaders within the congregation, cultivating their talents for future community and/or ministry roles.
- Facilitated multiple weekly youth gatherings, creating a safe space for open dialogue and intentional mentorship support
Director
FUGE Camps
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
Program Director
FUGE Camps
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Programming / Events: programmed audio and visual for weekly events; trained staff on set-up, tear down, soundboard, smooth transitions etc
- Staff Development: conflict management and scheduling for my staff
- Inventory: organized high-volume inventory including safeguarding valuable audio and visual equipment
Shift Supervisor / Server
Calhoun's Restaurant
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Staff Development: organized scheduling, resolved conflicts, and facilitated staff training
- Server: waited tables, took orders, helped with expediting and promoted customer satisfaction
- Cash Handling: oversaw cash-drops on my shifts
- Inventory: participated in restaurant inventory processes to ensure daily needs met
- Facilities: janitorial duties including putting in work orders for needed repairs
- Staff Development: increased collaborative effort among 20+ staff members and improved customer service to provide an engaging experience for groups of 200+ groups total; trained staff to provide a hospitable and engaging experience for attendees increasing return customers
- Operations: managed daily operations for 200+ groups, handling crises and collaborating with emergency personnel; ensured budget compliance with finance director
- Programming: open communication with my program and recreation director to ensure smooth programming
- Inventory: organized high-volume inventory including safeguarding valuable audio and visual equipment
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
California Baptist University
01.2012
Skills
- Team leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Relationship building
- Staff Training and Development
- Crisis Management / Conflict Resolution
- Event Programming
- System Optimization
- Vendor Relationships
- Microsoft Office & Google Suites
- Budgeting
- Nonprofit Experience (12 years)
- Verbal and written communication
- Networking
- A/V Technician
- Recruiting & Hiring
- Collaborative Leadership
- OSHA Compliance
- Class B License
- ServSafe Certification
- CPR Certified
- A/V Skills: event setup and front-of-house mixing for events with 1,000 attendees
Certification
- CA CBEST-CSET English
- ServSafe Certification
- CPR Certified
- Class B License
Accomplishments And Interests
- Leadership Lodi Member | Lodi Chamber of Commerce 2025
- Developed KC Table for 180 youth
- Big Valley Bee Keepers Guild 2023
- Bass Player
- Founding Member of Redlands Community Youth Coalition
Professional References
- Jaime Serrano, COO, Real Journey Academies, 818-795-8272
- Jonathan Jarboe, Lead Pastor, Pathway Church, 909-557-4970
Timeline
Program Director
One-Eighty Youth Programs
06.2020 - Current
Operations Manager
Real Journey Academies
03.2019 - 06.2020
Director
FUGE Camps
06.2012 - 08.2012
Student Pastor
Pathway Church
01.2012 - 01.2019
Program Director
FUGE Camps
06.2011 - 08.2011
Shift Supervisor / Server
Calhoun's Restaurant
01.2006 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Arts -
California Baptist University
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