Houston Tucker
Nonprofit Leader
Madison,Wisconsin
Summary
Accomplished leader with a proven track record at multiple churches, adept in church administration and volunteer management. Excelled in enhancing community engagement and operational efficiency, demonstrating significant improvements in donor relations and nonprofit governance. Skilled in fostering team growth and executing strategic initiatives, showcasing a unique blend of analytical and interpersonal abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Preaching and Teaching Pastor
Eastside Church
Madison, WI
09.2022 - Current
- Participated in public speaking engagements representing the church's mission statement.
- Managed all aspects of ministry.
- Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Assisted in developing annual goals for spiritual growth among congregants.
Various Roles - Including Store Manager
Starbucks
Madison, WI
08.2017 - 12.2022
- Rose from entry level, part-time position to store manager in just over a year.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
Shelter Director
Watered Gardens Gospel Rescue Mission
Joplin, MO
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Monitored compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Oriented new volunteers on policies and procedures, introduced staff and provided information guides.
- Ensured proper recognition of volunteer efforts through awards, certificates.
- Collaborated with external organizations to coordinate volunteer participation in community events.
- Managed care database and services provided for inclusion in regular reports.
Education
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Kansas City, MO12-2022
Master of Arts - Nonprofit Leadership
Cairn University
Langhorne, PA08-2018
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry & Psychology
Ozark Christian College
Joplin, MO05-2014
Skills
- Church administration
- Nonprofit governance
- Volunteer management
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Donor relations
- Research and evaluation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preaching and Teaching Pastor
Eastside Church
09.2022 - Current
Various Roles - Including Store Manager
Starbucks
08.2017 - 12.2022
Shelter Director
Watered Gardens Gospel Rescue Mission
01.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Nonprofit Leadership
Cairn University
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministry & Psychology
Ozark Christian College
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