MAX PATTON
Leander
Summary
I am a people-first leader experienced in building and mobilizing volunteer-driven teams. I specialize in developing emerging leaders, aligning teams around a clear vision, and creating cultures that move individuals from participation to ownership. My work centers on influence, collaboration, and helping people grow into meaningful responsibility.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Pastor
RockPointe Church
Leander
06.2022 - Current
- Lead and develop 14 core weekly volunteers plus 3-4 seasonal team members serving 40-65 students weekly.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with staff leadership to align programming with organizational goals, enhancing overall engagement.
- Plan and execute retreats, camps, and high-impact events requiring logistics coordination and risk oversight.
- Manage and steward a $40,000 annual budget; consistently deliver programming under budget.
- Developed onboarding and training systems, improving volunteer retention and fostering leadership growth.
- Delivered weekly public speaking and developed curriculum, effectively engaging students and enhancing learning experiences.
Staff Associate II
Young Life
Georgetown
06.2020 - 06.2022
- Designed and executed fundraising campaigns and large-scale donor events.
- Fundraised $100,000 annually to support salary and operational expenses.
- Managed annual operating budget with complete financial accountability.
- Supervised 3 volunteer leaders and 12 advisory committee members, facilitating productive meetings.
- Rebuilt weekly programming serving approximately 30 students post-COVID.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX05.2020
Skills
- Event planning
- Event execution
- Curriculum development
- Volunteer training
- Team Leadership
- Team development
- Team collaboration
- Workforce management
- Logistics oversight
- Project Coordination
- Budget management
- Public speaking
- Relationship building
- Strategic thinking
Timeline
Student Pastor
RockPointe Church
06.2022 - Current
Staff Associate II
Young Life
06.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southwestern University