JOSHUA PORTER
Burbank,US
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in leadership and management, dedicated to maximizing business performance through strategic insight and operational excellence. Strong advocate for team collaboration, consistently fostering an environment that emphasizes growth, efficiency, and achievement of company objectives. Expertise in coaching and player development enhances the ability to inspire individuals to excel, while adaptability and effective communication skills ensure seamless integration into diverse teams. Committed to leveraging a robust work ethic and resourcefulness to drive continuous improvement and elevate service value.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Head Baseball Coach
Village Christian School
Sun Valley, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Identifying High-Value Responsibility Gaps
- Player Development: Focus on developing individual players' skills and helping them reach their potential.
- Game Strategy Planning: Create and implement game strategies tailored to opponents while adapting to in-game situations.
- Parent Communication: Facilitate regular communication with parents regarding player progress, team goals, and expectations.
Head JV Basketball Coach /Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Village Christian School
Sun Valley, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training programs that improved player skills and fostered a competitive team environment.
- Coordinated game strategies by analyzing opponent strengths and adjusting tactics during live play situations.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents through consistent communication about player development and team objectives.
- Mentored student-athletes in leadership skills and sportsmanship, promoting personal growth on and off the court.
EXECUTIVE PASTOR
CityLight Church
Burbank, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Implementation and execution of mission, vision, culture code, ministry standards
- Leadership of campus operations
- Strategic planning for campus ministries
- Manage 10 leaders of campus ministries
- Steward campus resources
- Budget and fiscal accountability
Assistant Baseball Coach
Village Christian School
Sun Valley, CA
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Developed tailored practice plans that enhanced player skills and promoted teamwork across all positions.
- Crafted game strategies that effectively countered opponent strengths while adapting to real-time conditions.
- Facilitated constructive communication with parents, providing updates on player progress and team objectives.
- Mentored players in mental resilience techniques, fostering a growth mindset and confidence on the field.
REGIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER
JPMorgan Chase Bank, LAOC Region
San Diego
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Member of regional operating committee
- Planning and strategic execution of business, sales and profitability initiatives
- Partner with Regional and Market Directors to ensure proper sales and profitability initiatives are being executed.
REGIONAL PLANNING LEAD
JPMorgan Chase Bank, Los Angeles & Orange County
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Member of regional operating committee
- Planning and strategic execution of staffing initiatives within regions
- Scheduling efficiency
- Partner with recruiting on hire ahead process and effective requisition fulfillment
BRANCH MANAGER
JPMorgan Chase Bank
Los Angeles, CA
03.2010 - 07.2020
- Oversee the entire branch staff consisting of 25 + individuals
- Manage and improve branch performance, including branch profit & loss, service scores, sales campaign results, product value credits, ensure operational integrity
- Assist with remote management of 3 additional branch locations as a district cluster leader
- Part of market wide leadership development program, only 12 branch mangers chosen to participate
- LA Chapter Lead for VETS business resource group
SALES MANAGER
Fladeboe Volkswagen
Irvine, CA, US
10.2006 - 12.2008
- Managed sales team to consistently achieve growth and hit sales targets.
- Provided coaching and feedback to staff on an ongoing basis in order to improve job performance.
- Conducted regular training sessions with sales team members to ensure effective sales techniques were used.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
SALES MANAGER/FINANCE DIRECTOR
Anaheim Hyundai/Lincoln Mercury
Anaheim, CA
02.2006 - 10.2006
- Maintained communication with multiple lenders during approval and funding stages
- Sold products and maintained high levels of customer satisfaction
- Ensured retrieval of gross sales proceeds
- Trained finance/sales team of 15 people
- Responsible for the accurate completion of paperwork during the sales process.
TEAM SALES MANAGER
Robertson's Palmdale Honda
Palmdale, CA
03.2004 - 03.2006
- Trained team of 5 sales people
- Closed an average 70 deals per month
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction.
SIGNALMAN SECOND CLASS
United States Navy
08.2001 - 03.2004
- (SW), USS Bonhomme, Richard LHD6
- Trained and qualified over 250 personnel as enlisted surface warfare specialists
- Supervised and led a team of 10 junior sailors in daily naval responsibilities
- Enhanced overall bridge watch team's situational awareness and tactical communications capability
- Awarded Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medal for outstanding training efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Community Outreach Programs
- Executive Travel
- Public Speaking
- Mission Coordination
- Spiritual Guidance
- Direct Sales
- Sales Expertise
- Team Oversight
- Sales Process
- Goals and Performance
- Prospecting Skills
- Leadership Development
- Executive Calendars
- Crisis Management
- Constructive Feedback
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Product Knowledge
- Sales Presentation
- Profit and Revenue-Generating Strategies
- Time Management
- Staff Training
- Vision casting
- Community service
- Organizational leadership
- Pastoral care
- Staff development
- Leadership building
- Spiritual leadership
- Youth ministry
Timeline
Interim Head Baseball Coach
Village Christian School
03.2026 - Current
Assistant Baseball Coach
Village Christian School
03.2025 - 03.2026
Head JV Basketball Coach /Assistant Varsity Boys Basketball Coach
Village Christian School
01.2025 - Current
EXECUTIVE PASTOR
CityLight Church
03.2022 - Current
REGIONAL BUSINESS MANAGER
JPMorgan Chase Bank, LAOC Region
07.2021 - 03.2022
REGIONAL PLANNING LEAD
JPMorgan Chase Bank, Los Angeles & Orange County
07.2020 - 07.2021
BRANCH MANAGER
JPMorgan Chase Bank
03.2010 - 07.2020
SALES MANAGER
Fladeboe Volkswagen
10.2006 - 12.2008
SALES MANAGER/FINANCE DIRECTOR
Anaheim Hyundai/Lincoln Mercury
02.2006 - 10.2006
TEAM SALES MANAGER
Robertson's Palmdale Honda
03.2004 - 03.2006
SIGNALMAN SECOND CLASS
United States Navy
08.2001 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix