Kathleen Brown
Herscher,IL
Summary
Dynamic leader with over 2.5 years of experience in developing and empowering a team of 40 leaders, enhancing leadership capacity, team engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration to successfully launch and expand a program benefiting approximately 70 mothers, fostering sustained program engagement. Expertise in planning and executing four major annual events, including a large-scale conference for over 150 women, ensuring meticulous coordination of logistics and team responsibilities. Committed to mentoring emerging leaders through comprehensive coaching, training, and relationship-building initiatives that drive professional growth and success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Pastor of Small Groups- Women
Eastview Christian Church
01.2024 - Current
- Led, trained, and developed a team of 40 leaders, fostering collaboration and engagement.
- Mentored and supported emerging leaders through coaching and leadership development.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to launch and grow a program serving 70 mothers.
- Cultivated a team of 10 women to planned and executed 4 major events annually, including a conference serving 200+ women.
- Provided individualized coaching and support with professionalism, empathy, and discretion.
- Led outreach initiatives to strengthen community engagement and organizational impact.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to support organizational strategy and retention initiatives.
Ministry Assistant for 2nd & 3rd Grade
Eastview Christian Church
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Communicated weekly with leadership teams
- Coordinated volunteer schedules ensuring optimal resource allocation for Sunday mornings
- Crafted and supplied resources for leaders.
- Collaborated across divisions for organization-wide events
- Configured environment and content for each week
Part-time Key Holder
Lane Bryant
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new staff on sales techniques and customer service best practices.
- Managed cash handling processes, including register reconciliation and deposit preparation.
- Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular stock counts to maintain accuracy.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards to enhance product presentation and drive sales.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively, enhancing overall shopping experience.
Eastview Kids' Resident
Eastview Christian Church
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Rotated through every Kids' department
- Completed a playbook that will be used by micro-site to start and maintain their kids' ministries
- Specialized in The Special Needs Ministries
Paraprofessional
Herscher School District
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted students in the classroom
- Helped create behavior plans for students
- Assisted in a self-contained classroom
Children's Minister
Herscher Christian Church
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Enlist and support volunteers for children's ministry, coordinating efforts of approximately 50 members.
- curate and supply curriculum to teaching staff
- Execute and oversee events like VBS, camp, fun nights, and family nights.
Education
BA - Children's Ministry & Bible
Johnson University
Knoxville, TN01-2017
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Leadership Development
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Team Building
- Event Planning & Execution
- Program Management
- Relationship Management
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Training & Development
Timeline
Associate Pastor of Small Groups- Women
Eastview Christian Church
01.2024 - Current
Ministry Assistant for 2nd & 3rd Grade
Eastview Christian Church
07.2022 - 01.2024
Eastview Kids' Resident
Eastview Christian Church
08.2021 - 06.2022
Part-time Key Holder
Lane Bryant
07.2021 - 07.2022
Paraprofessional
Herscher School District
01.2020 - 07.2021
Children's Minister
Herscher Christian Church
06.2017 - 03.2020
BA - Children's Ministry & Bible
Johnson University