Dynamic executive leader dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and enhancing community engagement through innovative initiatives. Proven track record in team collaboration, driving impactful results, and adapting to diverse challenges with creativity and effective communication. Expertise in sermon delivery, production, and organizational leadership ensures a holistic approach to mission-driven objectives. Committed to reliability and flexibility in addressing the evolving needs of the community.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rural Mail Carrier
US Postal Service
Tryon, NC
12.2025 - Current
Delivered mail efficiently across designated rural routes, ensuring timely service to all customers.
Managed daily vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards and operational readiness.
Assisted in training new carriers on route navigation and mail handling procedures.
Maintained accurate records of deliveries and customer interactions for quality assurance.
Developed strong relationships with rural customers through consistent communication and exceptional service quality.
Utilized USPS technology tools effectively to track packages accurately throughout the delivery process.
Adhered to all postal regulations while delivering mail, upholding the USPS standard of professionalism.
Real Estate Broker
Ivester Jackson Blackstream| Christie’s International Realty
Asheville/Hendersonville, NC
07.2016 - 12.2025
Developed and met yearly growth goal of 10% yeay over year.
Negotiated contracts between buyers and sellers, achieving favorable terms for all parties involved.
Cultivated strong relationships with clients, resulting in high referral rates and repeat business opportunities.
Conducted market analysis to identify trends, informing pricing strategies for diverse property listings.
Guided clients through property transactions, ensuring compliance with local regulations and market standards.
Developed comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance property visibility and attract potential buyers.
Worked strategically to uncover new opportunities, developed solutions and strategic services to uncover new business opportunities, increasing personal sales by 10% yearly.
Developed strategic marketing strategies via client and networking events, advertising for brand awareness
Participated in brand and sales educational opportunities throughout the year
Success in customer satisfaction never receiving less than a five star review
Licensed NC Teacher
East Henderson High School
Hendersonville, NC
08.2022 - 05.2023
Teach leadership, ownership and principles that lead to success
Mentor and Monitor specific case load of students engaging them in their studies and equipping them for success beyond of High School
Work along side other teachers and parents in order to a healthy learning environment
Teach English 3, English 4 and Physical Science each day
Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student participation and understanding.
Lead Pastor/Church Planter
Rise Fellowship Church
Hendersonville, NC
11.2012 - 06.2016
Entrepreneurially built ministry/business from fundraising stage to a fully operational ministry/business achieving 30-50% yearly growth
Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
Recruited, trained and empowered staff and volunteer leaders with 35% of weekly attendance as active volunteers
Created and developed home groups utilizing volunteer leaders with 65% of attendance, which is 25% above the national average.
Developed creative production for weekly services/events including writing and executing public messages incorporating theology, vision and brand awareness.
Developed and designed website, brand app and social media presence.
Served on local and regional boards and volunteered within the local community
Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation to support church programs and outreach efforts effectively.
Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and spiritual growth.
Led diverse teams in planning and executing worship services, ensuring alignment with church mission and values.
Mentored emerging leaders, fostering spiritual development and equipping them for ministry roles.
Executive Communications Director
Mountain Lake Church
Cumming, GA
06.2010 - 10.2011
Served on the executive team
Oversaw development and production of promotional and collateral materials for entire church including churchplanters.com
Managed budget allocations, ensuring fiscal responsibility across various church projects.
Recruited, trained and empowered production and graphics team and volunteer leaders for weekly productions.
Managed the creation and development of all multi media and web content and design
Led strategic planning initiatives to align church programs with community needs.
Implemented operational improvements enhancing service delivery and volunteer engagement.
Developed training programs for staff, fostering leadership skills and team cohesion.
Oversaw event planning processes, coordinating logistics for large-scale church functions.
Directed communication strategies to enhance member engagement and retention through digital platforms.
Executive Director of Families
Fellowship Church
Grapevine, TX
01.2001 - 06.2010
Directed entire family ministry at main campus and satellite campuses with attendance of 36k people per month
Managed a team of 21 staff members including 12 full time direct reports
Evaluated and oversaw development of new programming
Ensured the development of goals via status reports and ongoing data review, and communicated progress on goals and quality outcomes to senior executive.
Oversaw the creation and implementation of yearly events drawing up to 20k attendees
Managed volunteer coordinators recruiting, training and empowering over 1500 volunteers
Managed the operations of 80,000sq. Ft Creative Communications Center
Facilitated budget compliance for yearly budget of over 1.25 million
Education
Master of Divinity -
Southwestern Baptist Seminary
Fort Worth, TX
05.2004
BS - Biblical Studies & Religion
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.2001
Skills
Gifted public speaker
Co-created conception of “G-Force” and “Elevate At Home” multi sensory curriculums
Hired and managed multiple staff at various levels while growing “Elevate At Home” moving tens of thousands of product in multiple languages
Oversaw weekend and curriculum production from ideation to completion
Proficient public speaker with audiences of 5000
Developed and planned C3Kids conferences with creative team
General Session speaker at C3Kids Conferences with over 2000 attendees
Breakout speaker for C3Kids and C3 Conference
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite in graphic design, video and music editing
Proficient in writing and editing copy for marketing, promotion and advertising
Developed and stream-lined large creative build products using staff and 150 plus volunteers at multiple campuses
Lead Actor for “Jungle Book” and “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” for the Flat Rock Playhouse which is the state theatre of NC
Operations Management
Vision casting
Organizational leadership
Spiritual leadership
Volunteer development and training
Preaching
Discipleship training
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 20 plus staff members.
Designed and implemented Elevate Kids - a 5 year curriculum using animated and live action bible story lessons with worship and small groups
www.elevatekids.com
Developed and oversaw multiple yearly events using over 1500 volunteers and drawing up to 6000 attendees.
Oversaw the development of a yearly church wide evangelism event with over 20,000 attendees.
Certification
Licensed NC Real Estate Broker Jan 2016- Current
Licensed and Ordained Minister Nov 2001-Current
Licensed and Ordained Minister 2022- Current
Timeline
Rural Mail Carrier
US Postal Service
12.2025 - Current
Licensed NC Teacher
East Henderson High School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Real Estate Broker
Ivester Jackson Blackstream| Christie’s International Realty