Jessica King
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven executive leader with a proven track record of success in both corporate and organizational settings. Adept at shaping strategy, leading high-performing teams, and delivering sustainable business growth. Known for a strong work ethic, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to build collaborative cultures that drive organizational change. Highly skilled in program management, strategic planning, and operational oversight, with a history of scaling organizations and optimizing business functions. A visionary leader with the ability to foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, drive market differentiation, and execute complex initiatives that align with business objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Membership and Engagement
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma
07.2023 - Current
- Lead multiple departments and cross-functional teams overseeing member acquisition and retention, volunteer engagement and training, and community programming across western Oklahoma.
- Drive strategic initiatives that have elevated membership growth from the bottom 10% to the top 12% nationally within one year.
- Champion innovative resource allocation models and forward-thinking strategic planning to improve operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.
- Optimize budget performance through disciplined cost control, ensuring alignment with financial targets while enhancing program delivery.
- Align departmental vision, goals, and KPIs with overarching organizational strategy to consistently exceed performance benchmarks.
Chief Connections Officer
Church of the Servant
11.2019 - 07.2023
- Served as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, helping to shape vision and strategy for a 7,000-member church while overseeing ministry alignment and operational execution across multiple departments.
- Spearheaded the development and launch of innovative programs in Hospitality, Women's Ministry, Adult Discipleship, and Missions, contributing to sustained growth in attendance and deeper community engagement.
- Directed daily operations and managed the annual budget, while fostering a culture of excellence through hands-on leadership, staff coaching, and volunteer empowerment across ministry areas.
- Revitalized committee structures and internal systems by clarifying objectives, improving communication workflows, and equipping lay leaders for greater ownership and effectiveness.
Director of Children's and Family Ministry
Church of the Servant
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Provided strategic leadership for a multi-tiered children's ministry serving hundreds of families, overseeing program development, team operations, and volunteer engagement across more than 50 team members.
- Designed and launched new age-specific programming to increase family participation and retention, contributing to a 6% growth in ministry attendance within the first year.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive volunteer onboarding and training framework, aligning placements with individual strengths to enhance team performance and sustainability.
- Cultivated strong partnerships with parents, staff, and volunteers to ensure a consistent, high-quality experience across all ministry environments, reinforcing trust and long-term engagement.
Creative Director
Inmersivo
01.2014 - 07.2018
- Served as Creative Director at an early-stage VR/technology startup, shaping brand identity and creative direction from the ground up during a high-growth launch phase.
- Built and led a multidisciplinary creative team of five, driving alignment across brand, product, and marketing functions as the company generated $700,000 in revenue in its first year.
- Managed the creative budget, resource planning, and team operations to support rapid scaling while maintaining brand consistency and strategic focus.
Business Development & Creative Strategy Director
Rudder
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Co-owned and managed strategic marketing initiatives for a video production company, identifying and securing partnerships with businesses to purchase custom video content and storytelling services.
- Created compelling narratives and tailored story concepts for client companies, presenting ideas and collaborating to align content with their brand goals and audience needs.
- Developed and nurtured long-term relationships with clients, effectively managing expectations and ensuring alignment between client vision and production outcomes.
- Coordinated and communicated project specifications to the production team, ensuring seamless execution from concept to delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
Education
Communications
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2005
Skills
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Executive Leadership
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Integrity and Transparency
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Change Management
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Sound Judgment and Decision Making
- Self-starter
- Organizational Development
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Bilingual
Education and Training
other
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Director of Membership and Engagement
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma
07.2023 - Current
Chief Connections Officer
Church of the Servant
11.2019 - 07.2023
Director of Children's and Family Ministry
Church of the Servant
08.2018 - 11.2019
Creative Director
Inmersivo
01.2014 - 07.2018
Business Development & Creative Strategy Director
Rudder
01.2010 - 01.2014
Communications
University of Oklahoma
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