JAMES D. FAMBRO

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

• Christian Growth Center, Rockford, Illinois, 01/01/2000, Present, Co-founder and Sr. Pastor, Led all aspects of a church plant/non-profit organization project within the Rockford community; managed a volunteer staff of over 50 and a paid staff of 5 in founding and establishing Christian Growth Center and related community outreach programs; established and supervised the marketing, budget management, administration, recruitment, and leadership training of this project; preached weekly sermons and taught weekly Bible lessons., Grew church and non-profit social program organization from an initial membership of 7 to more than 250 members., Led all aspects obtaining funds for the purchase and remodeling of current 11,000 square feet offices, classrooms, and sanctuary., Provided bereavement services, premarital counseling, crisis counseling, financial counseling, officiated memorial funeral services.
• Twelve Gates C.O.G.I.C, Rockford, Illinois, 1997, 1999, Associate Pastor, Provided grief, bereavement, pre-marital and marital and relationship counseling. Oversaw Evangelism Department planning outreaches and events., Resolved crises and emotional issues through empathy, support, prayer, and scriptural wisdom., Provided culturally competent spiritual and emotional care., Oversaw budget proposals, ministry expenses, and ministerial programs., Prepared and preached as needed by the congregation.
• Youth Pastor, 1996, 1997, Participated in staff meetings., Coordinated weekly Sunday school lesson plans for all age groups., Established and taught male mentorship class., Directed drama presentations for presenting the Gospel.