Gerald Lewis
Nashville,TN
Summary
A self-motivated and organized professional with over twenty years' of experience providing thorough and skillful coaching, mentorship, and support to team members and managers. Twenty years experience in organizational development, leadership and team development, and strategic planning human resources, finance, and staffing. Ten Years experience in budget preparation and financial oversight. Experienced in analyzing and implementing state and federal government regulations and compliance standards. Ten years directing the operations and facility management teams. Perceptive intercultural sensitivity developed and sharpened through extensive international travel. Innovative, enthusiastic, with an uncompromising work ethic.
Overview
52
52
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Pastor
Strong Tower Bible Church
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Led the overall vision and strategic direction of the church, fostering growth and community impact
- Managed a diverse team of staff and volunteers, providing leadership, support, and professional development opportunities
- Conducted performance evaluations and implemented professional development programs
- Oversaw all financial aspects, successfully managing and optimizing budgets for increased efficiency
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives while ensuring financial stability
- Spearheaded facility management, leading renovation projects and ensuring a welcoming environment
- Managed the church's vehicle fleet, implementing cost-effective maintenance strategies
- Provided pastoral care and spiritual leadership to the congregation, nurturing a culture of love and inclusivity
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for ministry growth and outreach
- Conducted regular staff evaluations and facilitated ongoing training programs
- Managed church budgets, ensuring financial health and responsible stewardship
- Engaged in community outreach, establishing partnerships and enhancing the church's presence
- Addressed challenges and conflicts within the organization with a solutions-oriented approach
- Implemented Technology Integration systems for online giving, communication platforms, and data management.
Associate Pastor of Administration/Operations
Antioch Bible Church
Redmond, Washington
01.2005 - 01.2016
- Manage all logistical and operational functions
- Collaboratively develop and implement the long and short term strategic plans
- Oversee financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems
- Prepare and implement annual budget
- Administer the employee health care and benefits program
- Supervise all logistical functions for a Mobile Church Operation
- Develop and implement a centralized Information Technology platform
- Provide direct supervision for non-pastoral staff positions
- Develop and implement internal and external communication platform for print, broadcast and electronic media
- Supervise all facilities management components
- Develop and supervise safety and security operations for on and off-site venues
- Direct the acquisition and design development process for a new building project
- Counsel and support married couples within the church body
- Review and implement curriculum for marriage focused small groups and Sunday school programs.
Director Military Sales Division
Inland Technology Inc
Tacoma, Washington
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Directed the operations of the military sales division in environmental research and development
- Development and implementation the annual national sales plan
- Analyze and controlled expenditures of marketing activities to conform to budgetary and plan requirements
- Managed sales activities of outside sales representatives, Assist the sales team in developing successful territory sales plans to reach goals
- Crafted complex contact proposals for successful multi-year military contract
- Forecasted inventory and product demonstration needs for division
- Provided on-going evaluations to include sales and product training for sales representatives
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for Military/Government sales channels to ensure all market goals & objectives were achieved.
Chief Master Sergeant
United States Air Force Reserve
McChord Air Force Base, Washington
01.1971 - 01.2004
- Directed the activation and mobilization program for the deployment of personnel to world-wide remote locations
- Directed teams in disaster recovery at remote overseas location
- Directed avionic support operation of worldwide deployment and support functions
- Managed the Administration and Human Resource function for a large category aircraft maintenance complex
- Directed the activation and mobilization program for the deployment of personnel
- Directed the Morale Welfare functions for over military personnel.
Education
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology -
Northwest University
01.2013
Bachelor of Science Workforce Education and Development -
Southern Illinois University
01.2009
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Teaching
- Counseling
- Community Service
- Spiritual Guidance
- Staff Leadership
- Inspirational Leadership
- Mission-Oriented
- Discipleship
- Organizational Leadership
- Christian Education
- Operations Management
- Crisis Management
- Leadership Development
- Public Speaking
- Shepherding
- Biblical Stewardship
- Volunteer Management
- Social and Religious Assistance
- Strategic Planning
Activities And Volunteer Experience
- Board of Directors Antioch Counseling and Treatment Services, Redmond, Washington
- Board of Directors Clothes for Kids, Lynnwood, Washington
- Board of Directors Pathways for Women, Lynnwood, Washington
- Board of Directors South Snohomish County Chamber of Commerce
- Mentor University of Washington School of Business Sales and Marketing Program
Timeline
Executive Pastor
Strong Tower Bible Church
01.2016 - 01.2023
Associate Pastor of Administration/Operations
Antioch Bible Church
01.2005 - 01.2016
Director Military Sales Division
Inland Technology Inc
01.2003 - 01.2005
Chief Master Sergeant
United States Air Force Reserve
01.1971 - 01.2004
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology -
Northwest University
Bachelor of Science Workforce Education and Development -
Southern Illinois University
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