Isaac Norris
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Passionate leader with over a decade of experience in strategic team management, community engagement, and project execution. Proven success in leading diverse teams in multiple roles and contexts. Skilled in building partnerships, managing budgets, and aligning efforts with mission-driven goals, ready to contribute visionary leadership to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Fort Wayne.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship Director
Pathway Community Church
07.2013 - Current
- Provided strategic direction to department directors and a volunteer team of 150+, ensuring high-quality programs and effective resource utilization.
- Cultivated a culture of mentorship and development, enhancing team unity and alignment with organizational vision and mission.
- Led weekly planning meetings to align team objectives with organizational goals.
- Administered budgets for programs, equipment, and services, optimizing operational efficiency.
Owner
The Creperie
01.2025 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive business plan and launched a successful food truck, securing private investors and helped create a unique menu
- Led the design of the truck's look and feel, creating a distinctive brand identity, while overseeing day-to-day operations including staff hiring, scheduling, and event coordination
- Oversee financial performance, payroll, and accounting, while implementing cost-saving operational improvements
Vice President
StoryLight Productions
01.2022 - Current
- Lead producer for Between Borders (2025) leading an international team of 100+ to develop, produce, market, and distribute a $1.8m feature film
- Seek out new projects and investors for project slate
- Develop innovative content and storylines for both scripted and unscripted programs
- Coordinated with creative teams, directors, and editors to ensure production quality
- Negotiated contracts with talent, production companies, and outside vendors
- Managed budgets and production timelines to ensure deadlines were met
Real Estate
Century 21 Bradley / Clear Sky Properties
03.2012 - 01.2021
- Licensed real estate broker
- Secured investment partner for flipping homes. Found, bought, and flipped houses for profit, managing renovations and sales.
- Worked as acquisition manager for Clear Sky Properties to help identify and prepare offers for real estate investment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications - Production And Design
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN12-2009
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Team Development
- Community Engagement
- Budget Management
- Partnership Building
- Innovative Problem-Solving
- Public Speaking
- Creative Development
- Real estate broker
- Russian language proficiency
Timeline
Owner
The Creperie
01.2025 - Current
Vice President
StoryLight Productions
01.2022 - Current
Worship Director
Pathway Community Church
07.2013 - Current
Real Estate
Century 21 Bradley / Clear Sky Properties
03.2012 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Telecommunications - Production And Design
Indiana University
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