Ian Stevenson
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Results-driven Executive Director at Trellis International with expertise in strategic planning and team leadership. Enhanced organizational effectiveness through strong board relations and community engagement initiatives. Proven success in fundraising and partnership development, utilizing these skills to drive impactful outreach and sustainable growth. Recognized for exceptional public speaking and leadership development abilities that ensure mission success and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
Trellis International
Costa Mesa , CA
09.2015 - Current
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stayed up-to-date on best practices and cutting-edge ideas to improve organizational effectiveness.
- Coordinated special events such as conferences or workshops designed to raise awareness about the organization's mission.
- Evaluated existing programs for improvement opportunities while identifying new program ideas based on market analysis.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
- Set organization direction and developed strategies and tactics to fulfill mission.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Organized regular meetings with board members to discuss progress on initiatives and solicit feedback.
- Improved profitability by accurately maintaining P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
Pastor of Outreach
The Crossing Church
Costa Mesa, CA
06.1989 - 08.2015
- Managed budgeting decisions related to outreach programs and activities.
- Facilitated communication between the church staff and congregation members about outreach initiatives.
- Maintained positive relationships with civic leaders, businesses, schools, and other stakeholders.
- Organized and led mission trips to local, national, and international locations.
- Engaged in public speaking engagements at churches and other venues.
- Developed strategies for successful fundraising efforts for outreach projects.
- Spearheaded community outreach programs.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education With Minor in Bussiness
Jacksonville University
Jacksonville, FL12-1985
Skills
- Fundraising
- Growth management
- Board relations
- Team leadership, training, and development
- Public speaking
- Outreach programs
- Leadership development
- Community engagement
- Strategic planning
- Partnership development
Affiliations
- Motorcycle riding
- Hiking & Backpacking
- Working out
- Skiing / snowboarding
Accomplishments
- California Assembly District 73, - Non-profit of the year 2023
- California Assembly District 74, - Non-profit of the year 2020
Certification
- Coach - City Leaders Collective
- Trainer - Leadership Training Network
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Executive Director
Trellis International
09.2015 - Current
Pastor of Outreach
The Crossing Church
06.1989 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education With Minor in Bussiness
Jacksonville University
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