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Dr. Rodney Sanders

Cumming,GA

Summary

A Strategic planner with abilities to analyze, evaluate, and determine the course of action for managing high quality programs and promoting healthy lifestyle. Expert in Anatomy; Kinesiology; Bioenergetics; Nutrition; Injuries; Rehabilitation, Corrective exercises, Behavioral changes, and Reconditioning. Outstanding Business Leader – successful create a business plan and executed the opening of a Personal Training/Nutrition/Life Coach business for nine years. Extensive Knowledge in budgeting, planning, marketing, and account management. Expert with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Spreadsheet) and other computer-based operating system and software. An Excellent Communicator. Ability to communicate and articulate company’s vision, objectives, and measurable goals in a clear and concise method. Thirty plus years of managing diverse groups of employees. Excel in building healthy relationships with staff and employees while creating partnerships with corporations, organizations, and communities. High learning ability to adapt and adjust to a dynamic fast-paced working environment. Seasoned Small Business Owner with twenty years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals. Highly motivated professional with thirty years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Department Leader

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
02.2008 - 09.2019
  • Providing supervision, leadership, and direction for seven ministries.

Vacation Bible School

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Planned and organized June 2018 and 2019 Vacation Bible School for over 300 people.

Owner

GODHAP 4 FITNESS
Suffolk, VA
09.2007 - 09.2017
  • Maintained a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the students during sessions.
  • Encouraged open communication between participants within the group setting.
  • Facilitated interactive discussions among members of the small group.
  • Assisted with preparation of materials needed for each session.
  • Implemented strategies to ensure that all students were actively engaged in learning activities.
  • Collaborated with other Small Group Leaders to share best practices.
  • Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings and group activities.
  • Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
  • Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans for small groups of children aged 5-7.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Oversaw staff hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
  • Managed sales presentations to promote product and brand benefits.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.

Administration Duties

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Performed various administration duties under the Director of Ministries.

Ministry and Communion

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Provided ministry and communion for individuals on the 'Sick and Shut In' list and in retirement communities.

Sunday Worship Services

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Planned and executed various functions for Sunday worship services.

Christian Education Ministry

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Provided guidance, direction, and knowledge for creating and implementing new Discipleship classes.

Youth Ministry Curriculum

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Created the yearly 'Discipleship Curriculum' and 'Bible Study Curriculum' for the youth ministry.

Discipleship and Bible Study Classes

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Facilitated and taught discipleship and bible study classes for the youth ministry.

Men's Ministry Leadership

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Provided spiritual guidance and leadership to the Men's ministry, including teaching discipleship and bible study classes.

Founding Member

Transition Ministry
  • Selected to be a 'Founding Member' for the 'Transition Ministry', providing spiritual guidance and mentorship for newly converts.

Fitness Ministry

Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Planned, organized, and established the First Ever 'Fitness Ministry' for the church, providing spiritual, fitness, and nutrition guidance for over 200 members.

Race for the Community 5K Run/Walk

City of Newport News and Ivy Baptist Church
Newport News, VA
  • Planned, organized, and collaborated with the City of Newport News and Ivy Baptist church to create a successful 'Race for the Community 5K Run/Walk' with over 300 participants.

Health and Wellness Seminars

City of Suffolk and Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc.
Suffolk, VA
  • Collaborated with the City of Suffolk and Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc
  • To organize and lead health and wellness seminars, health fairs, and implement fitness boot camps for employees.

On-Site Health Programs

  • Created, developed, and conducted On-Site Health programs for companies, schools, and churches to reduce absenteeism, increase morale, productivity, and reduce healthcare costs.

Challenge Club Initiative Health Program

Suffolk Public School System and OBICI Healthcare Foundation
Suffolk, VA
  • Provided expertise to develop and implement a 'Challenge Club Initiative Health Program' for selected elementary schools, challenging students to increase physical activity and learn about healthy eating.

Education

Doctor of Ministry -

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2023

Master of Divinity -

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
12.2015

Skills

  • Administrative Oversight
  • Business Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Financial Planning
  • Relationship Building
  • Staff Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and Written Communication

Certification

Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist

Corporate Health & Wellness Association Certified Sports Nutrition Coach

National Sports Performance Association Certified Personal Trainer, America Council on Exercise (ACE)

Certified Master Life Coach, Transformation Academy

Certified Health & Nutrition Life Coach

Certified Professional Life Coach

Certified Life Purpose Life Coach

Certified Goal Success Life Coach

Certified Happiness Life Coach

Certified First Aid, CPR, AED, Child CPR-AED, National CPR Foundation

References

 Reverend David Person Associate Pastor and Director of Ministries, Ivy Baptist Church Email: dhperson62@gmail.com Phone: (757) 274-1797 

Samuel Okai Head Men & Women Soccer Coach, Regent University Email: samuoka@regent.edu Phone: (503) 347-8855

Corey McCoy Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Email: mccoycjm@yahoo.com Phone: (407) 340-7385

Timeline

Vacation Bible School

Ivy Baptist Church
06.2018 - 01.2019

Department Leader

Ivy Baptist Church
02.2008 - 09.2019

Owner

GODHAP 4 FITNESS
09.2007 - 09.2017

Administration Duties

Ivy Baptist Church

Ministry and Communion

Ivy Baptist Church

Sunday Worship Services

Ivy Baptist Church

Christian Education Ministry

Ivy Baptist Church

Youth Ministry Curriculum

Ivy Baptist Church

Discipleship and Bible Study Classes

Ivy Baptist Church

Men's Ministry Leadership

Ivy Baptist Church

Founding Member

Transition Ministry

Fitness Ministry

Ivy Baptist Church

Race for the Community 5K Run/Walk

City of Newport News and Ivy Baptist Church

Health and Wellness Seminars

City of Suffolk and Sysco Hampton Roads, Inc.

On-Site Health Programs

Challenge Club Initiative Health Program

Suffolk Public School System and OBICI Healthcare Foundation

Doctor of Ministry -

Regent University

Master of Divinity -

Regent University

Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry

Regent University
Dr. Rodney Sanders