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JUSTIN R. KLATT

JUSTIN R. KLATT

COMMUNITY BUILDER + LEADER
Irvine,CA

Summary

Diligent leader with a proven track record in overseeing multiple teams, nationally and regionally distributed. Adept in effective leadership, team management, operations execution and conflict resolution. Successfully implements strategic initiatives that streamline processes, resulting in improved team productivity. Demonstrates excellent project management and interpersonal communication, resulting in productive, effective, and healthy teams and company culture.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Regional Supervisor/Pastor

The Foursquare Church
Southern California + Arizona
09.2020 - 01.2025
  • Oversaw/Supervised 44 churches w/ 143 licensed ministers in Arizona + Southern California + Had a team of 12 leaders (including 4 Area Pastors) that reported to me.
  • Initiated, organized + executed multiple regional events + projects per year.
  • Developed reports + analysis for district leadership, enabling data-driven decision-making processes.
  • Successfully led 11 churches (congregations, boards, outgoing senior pastors + incoming senior pastors) through pastoral transitions.
  • Applied strong leadership and problem-solving skills to churches, church boards + pastors that were in trouble or conflict.
  • Provided Spiritual + pastoral care to pastors + leaders with counsel, guidance, support + prayer during difficult times.

Co-Founder + Lead Pastor

Imagine Church Global Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2025
  • Supervised associate pastors and staff leading communities, youth, pastoral care, video, etc.
  • Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries + Enhance spiritual growth.
  • Strengthened relationships among congregation members in communities + Assisted families during times of crisis by providing compassionate pastoral care, prayer support, and guidance.
  • Oversaw financial management for the church, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms.

Director of Special Operations

Donald J Scheffler Construction
Azusa, CA
08.2025 - Current

• Streamline project management processes, enhancing operational efficiency across multiple construction sites, teams and departments for a multi-million dollar specialty concrete company.
• Have developed and implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance and reducing workplace incidents.
• Led cross-functional teams in executing complex project timelines, improving delivery rates on high-value contracts.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiating contracts that reduced costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Analyze project performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and resource allocation.
• I define, implement, and revise operational policies and guidelines to help make things more streamline and efficient.
• I have improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.

Pastoral Associate (Part Time)

Brea Foursquare Church/Santa Ana Foursquare
Brea, CA
01.2025 - Current

• Played a key role in merging these 2 church organizations (Santa Ana Foursquare Church + Brea Foursquare Church) into one thriving organization.

• Provide supreme customer service along with people + leadership skills.
• Lead people in community initiatives to help the community around us and share the love of Jesus.
• Provide pastoral care to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within the community.
• Coordinate special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in peoples' lives.
• Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.

Founder + Designer

Sacred Edge Creations
01.2010 - Current
  • Develop websites + apps for customers
  • Started + have continued to run this business to help churches and schools with their online needs.

Assisting Minister

International Church of the Foursquare Gospel
12.2001 - 02.2017
  • Campus Lead Pastor, Technical Director, Youth Pastor, Administrative Pastor, Janitor, Landscaper, Project Manager + Associate Pastor.
  • Acted as a liaison between the senior minister and other staff members, ensuring clear communication and efficient operation within the church leadership team.
  • Led congregational worship + prayer gatherings to encourage spiritual growth and foster a sense of community among members.
  • Coordinated special events such as retreats, conferences, and workshops to promote spiritual development within the community.
  • Provided pastoral care for members of the congregation, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.

Education

Pastoral Ordination -

International Church of The Foursquare Gospel
Los Angeles, CA
10.2013 - 10.2015

Pastoral License -

International Church of The Foursquare Gospel
Los Angeles, CA
08.1999 - 10.2002

Master of Arts - Strategic Leadership

Life Pacific University
San Dimas, CA
01.2026 - Current

Skills

  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Highly Relational
  • Conflict resolution Interpersonal skills
  • Excellent administrator
  • Motivational team leader
  • Effective communication
  • Operations management
  • Task delegation
  • Training, coaching and mentoring
  • Project management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Staff development
  • Active Listening
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Master of Arts - Strategic Leadership

Life Pacific University
01.2026 - Current

Director of Special Operations

Donald J Scheffler Construction
08.2025 - Current

Pastoral Associate (Part Time)

Brea Foursquare Church/Santa Ana Foursquare
01.2025 - Current

Regional Supervisor/Pastor

The Foursquare Church
09.2020 - 01.2025

Co-Founder + Lead Pastor

Imagine Church Global Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2025

Pastoral Ordination -

International Church of The Foursquare Gospel
10.2013 - 10.2015

Founder + Designer

Sacred Edge Creations
01.2010 - Current

Assisting Minister

International Church of the Foursquare Gospel
12.2001 - 02.2017

Pastoral License -

International Church of The Foursquare Gospel
08.1999 - 10.2002
JUSTIN R. KLATTCOMMUNITY BUILDER + LEADER