Jeremy Usry
Peachtree city,GA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven record in campus transformation at Church of the King. Increased attendance from 75 to over 500 through strategic planning and leadership development. Successfully launched multiple locations, including an international location, and merged existing campuses. Created a comprehensive Campus Launch Playbook to guide future initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Campus Pastor
Church of the King
Atlanta, GA
07.2021 - Current
- Launched the Atlanta South location, overseeing staffing, systems, and budget management.
- Partnered with the Cape Town campus team for one year leading up to the February launch, coaching the local Campus Pastor and coordinating with central teams; recognized as the second-largest international launch in ARC history.
- Oversaw launch budgets and operations for both domestic and international campuses.
- Authored the Campus Launch Playbook, a 1-year blueprint for campus startups integrating hiring, logistics, interest meetings, and launch-day operations.
- Consulted for other churches, coaching leaders on multisite expansion, staffing, budgeting, and operational design.
- Taught Leadership and Culture courses at the COTK college.
- Led small groups for business owners and C suite executives in Biloxi and Atlanta locations.
Campus Pastor
Church of the King
Biloxi, MS
05.2010 - 06.2021
- Transformed the Biloxi campus into the church’s first video/multisite campus, growing attendance from 75 to over 500.
- Designed HR systems, hiring processes, and role clarity frameworks to attract, retain, and develop high-performing teams.
- Developed and coached emerging leaders, equipping one to lead as Campus Pastor and another as Associate Campus Pastor.
- Created volunteer team structures, job descriptions, and development pathways that improved engagement and ownership.
- Led mission trips to Mexico, Juarez, India, Ireland, and Los Angeles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Management Concentration), Minor in Church Ministry
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2012
Leadership Certificate - Leadership
The Honor Academy
Lindale, TX12-2002
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Multi-Site Operations & Launch Management
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- Leadership Development & Mentorship
- HR Strategy & Organizational Design
- Change Management & Integration
- Project Management & Process Optimization
- Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
- Global Operations & Cross-Cultural Leadership
- Training & Facilitation
Additional Highlights
- Experienced in leading cross-functional and international teams.
- Proven expertise in operational planning, budget management, and systems design.
- Skilled in coaching leaders, developing teams, and facilitating retreats.
- Recognized for executing complex initiatives, including international launches and organizational transitions.
Timeline
Campus Pastor
Church of the King
07.2021 - Current
Campus Pastor
Church of the King
05.2010 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Management Concentration), Minor in Church Ministry
Liberty University
Leadership Certificate - Leadership
The Honor Academy