Dr. Jared M. Ott
Wexford
Summary
Executive leader with deep experience driving organizational success and fostering collaboration. Skilled in strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Known for adaptability, resilience, and delivering results in evolving environments. Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator, and results-driven approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
The Bible Chapel
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Average attendance: 4000-5000, Full & Part-time staff: 115, 5 Campuses, Tender Shepherd Preschool, Annual Budget: $13M, Assets Under Management: $25M, biblechapel.org
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Guided staff through periods of organizational change, maintaining morale and engagement during transitions.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
- Aligned department vision, goals, and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
Adjunct Professor of Counseling and Psychology
Regent University
01.2021 - Current
- Dissertation Chair and Reader providing instruction, guidance and mentorship to Doctoral Students
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
- Coordinated with other faculty members to align course objectives across curriculum, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive educational journey for students.
Administrative Director
Renaissance Church
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Average attendance: 1200, Full & Part-time staff: 20
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
- Led, directed, managed and mentored administrative staff members.
- Coordinated cross-functional team projects, ensuring timely completion and successful outcomes.
- Managed daily office operations, negotiated contracts, managed vendor relations and acted as primary liaison with outside organizations.
- Managed budgetary concerns for the department, reducing overall expenses while maintaining operational efficiency.
- Prepared budgets with forecasts and projections.
Senior Pastor
Christ Church at Grove Farm
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: Average attendance: 1600, Full & Part-time staff: 35
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
Education
Master in Business Administration (MBA)
Eastern University
St. Davids, PADoctor of Ministry (D.Min.) - Practical Theology
Grace Theological Seminary
Winona Lake, INMaster of Divinity (M.Div.) - Leadership
Liberty Theological Seminary
Lynchburg, VAMaster of Arts (M.A.R.) - Counseling
Liberty University & Graduate School
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Biblical Studies
Geneva College
Beaver Falls, PABachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology
Geneva College
Beaver Falls, PASkills
- 26 years in executive management & c-suite leadership
- Public speaking and teaching
- Community engagement
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Budgeting and financial management
- Staff leadership and development
- Crisis management and counseling
- Business administration
- Fundraising expertise
- Operations management
- Relationship building
Certification
- Board Certified Pastoral Counselor
- Certified Marital & Premarital Facilitator
- Ordained Minister
- Licensed Life Insurance Agent
- FINRA Licensed Securities Commission Rep
- FINRA Series 6 (Investment Co. / Variable Contract Representative Examination)
- FINRA Series 63 (Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination)
Timeline
Executive Director
The Bible Chapel
01.2022 - Current
Adjunct Professor of Counseling and Psychology
Regent University
01.2021 - Current
Administrative Director
Renaissance Church
01.2018 - 01.2022
Senior Pastor
Christ Church at Grove Farm
01.2012 - 01.2018
Master of Arts (M.A.R.) - Counseling
Liberty University & Graduate School
Master in Business Administration (MBA)
Eastern University
Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) - Practical Theology
Grace Theological Seminary
Master of Divinity (M.Div.) - Leadership
Liberty Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Biblical Studies
Geneva College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology
Geneva College
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