Jake Thomas
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Results driven professional with repeated success in guiding fundraising projects from start to finish. Experienced team member who effectively works with people and in relational environments. Strategically maintained a network of financial partners over 7 years raising nearly $600,000. Thriving Development Manager with travel and relocation availability. Outstanding business and financial acumen with abilities in trend forecasting and preparing presentations. Specialties include import and export distribution, key account management and product re-engineering. First-rate leadership, team building and organizational skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
International Missionary
Mission to the World
01.2021 - Current
- Developed and maintained a network of financial partners through a monthly newsletter updating them on progress, raising over $400,000 in the process
- Conducted prospective donor meetings with individuals, churches, and larger fundraising events
- Wrote and presented sermons at Grace City Bangkok Church
- Coordinated work between three different church plants
Data Analyst
EBS
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed an online database to store sensitive client data and develop service reports
- Audited and analyzed monthly client reports
- Onboarded new client data
Global Missions Associate
Shades Mountain Baptist Church
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated the church’s weekly ESL class
- Tracked Mission’s giving campaign
- Scheduled accommodations for missionaries and helped plan programs for Global Missions Conference
- Maintained relationships with the church’s global missions’ partners
- Worked with the Chinese ministry within the church to develop cross-cultural partnerships
- Maintained partnership with Christian Service Mission
Education
Master of Divinity -
Beeson Divinity School
01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Auburn University
01.2016
Skills
- Financial Development
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Data Analytics
- Solid Written & Verbal Communicator
- Budget Management
- Team Player
- Presentation Abilities
- Poised Under Pressure
Languages
Thai
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working
Timeline
International Missionary
Mission to the World
01.2021 - Current
Data Analyst
EBS
01.2019 - 01.2021
Global Missions Associate
Shades Mountain Baptist Church
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Auburn University
Master of Divinity -
Beeson Divinity School
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