Frank Lucas
Barrington,RI
Summary
A proven leader and skillful communicator with a driven focus and passion for leadership development, complex problem solving,strategic planning and seeing projects from inception through completion with both enthusiasm and excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of School
King's Academy / His Providence Church
10.2021 - Current
- Developed leadership team(s) to bring school vision to life
- Interfaced with school board, church board, and church leadership on weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
- Recruited & managed 40+ school faculty
- Developed both employee and family policies/handbooks
- Managed department budgets & payroll.
- Developed positive school culture by fostering strong relationships among faculty, staff, students, and parents.
- Enhanced teacher professional development through targeted workshops, coaching sessions, and collaborative planning time.
- Increased student enrollment by effectively marketing the school''s unique programs and extracurricular offerings.
- Ensured fiscal responsibility through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Developed a safe learning environment by establishing clear behavioral expectations and implementing consistent disciplinary procedures.
- Established effective communication channels between administration, faculty, staff, parents, and students.
- Guided strategic planning efforts for long-term visioning and goal-setting within the school community.
Sales Representative / Sales Manager
Rescom Exteriors
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Set appointments with prospects
- Identified specific needs of each customer and custom tailored products and solutions to meet their unique needs
- Provide both accurate and detailed proposals to customers and office staff
- Worked closely with project managers on scheduling and reviewing estimates to ensure accuracy.
- Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Created professional sales presentations and seminars to effectively demonstrate product features and competitive advantages.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
- Streamlined sales processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements for enhanced productivity.
- Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.
Various Roles
Community Covenant Church
05.2012 - 11.2020
- Associate Director / Creative Arts Pastor: May 2012 - March 2014
- Provide oversight of all things building and administration of Community Covenant Church during the execution of a strategic plan which included significant building renovations as well as both staffing and process updates
- In addition to oversight of building and administration I was also responsible for Creative Arts and had direct oversight of worship production, and creative teams at the church
- Creative Arts / Student Pastor: April 2014 - May 2017
- Provide oversight of the worship, production, and creative teams as well as oversight of our student gatherings both Sunday and mid-week, as well as all student events
- Family Ministries Pastor: June 2017 - Present
- Responsible for the continued development and organization of both Kids and Student ministries, management of staff and volunteer teams, as well as development and execution of community outreach events
- In addition to family ministry I also served as part of the Sunday preaching/teaching team.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Sales Representative
Moonworks
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Setting appointments and meeting with potential customers
- Provide both accurate and detailed estimates to both customer and office staff
- Worked closely with project managers on scheduling and reviewing estimates to ensure accuracy
- While not required I made it a point to follow-up with customers both during and after product(s) installation to ensure that all expectations had been met or exceeded.
- Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
- Optimized territory coverage by strategically planning routes for maximum efficiency in meeting clients facetoface.
- Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
- Generated new leads through networking and attending industry events.
- Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.
Owner Operator
Vanguard Building
06.2004 - 12.2010
- Market and sell construction services to home-owners, designers, architects, and contractors
- Train and develop employees individually while building a strong team dynamic
- Schedule employees and subcontractors to meet project deadlines
- Manage projects from inception through completion
- Interface with home-owners, architects, designers, and municipalities.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Contributed positively to the local community through involvement in various events or charitable organizations.
- Developed and implemented successful marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer base.
- Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Education
Masters of Divinity
Fuller Theological Seminary
Pasadena, CAAccounting And Business Management
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MABusiness Administration And Management
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RIHigh School Diploma -
Bishop Connolly High School
Fall River, MA06.2002
Skills
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
- Performance Evaluations
- Facilities Management
- Strategic leadership / planning
- Analytical Skills
- Decision-Making
- Sales team training / presentation
- Process Improvement
- Staff Leadership & Development
- Operational planning
- Policy Development
Awards
- BJU Press: School Leadership Award (2022-2023)
- BJU Press: Fastest Growing School Award (2023- 2024)
- Sales Leader - December 2010, February 2011, May 2011, June 2011, September 2011, October 2011, November 2011, February 2012, March 2012, November 2020, February 2021, March 2021, May 2021, September 2021, November 2021, December 2021, February 2022, March 2022
- Salesman of the Year - 2011, 2021
- Principals Leadership Award - 2002
Projects / Volunteering
- Ebola Aid - Spearheaded a project to send a full container of medical supplies and personal protection equipment to Liberia in response to the ebola outbreak in 2014.
- Short-Term Missions - Traveled to Les Cayes, Haiti on several occasions to help with repairs to business infrastructure devastated by natural disasters and systemic leadership failure.
- Elected member of a Strategic Planning Committee for the Barrington Public School department - 2017
- Attended Global Leadership Summit: 2008-2020
- Annual two day leadership conference featuring a variety of high-caliber leaders from diverse backgrounds focusing on both individual and organizational leadership practices.
- Little League Coach - 2021-2024
Timeline
Head of School
King's Academy / His Providence Church
10.2021 - Current
Sales Representative / Sales Manager
Rescom Exteriors
10.2020 - 07.2022
Various Roles
Community Covenant Church
05.2012 - 11.2020
Sales Representative
Moonworks
08.2010 - 05.2012
Owner Operator
Vanguard Building
06.2004 - 12.2010
Masters of Divinity
Fuller Theological Seminary
Accounting And Business Management
Bristol Community College
Business Administration And Management
Community College of Rhode Island
High School Diploma -
Bishop Connolly High School
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