Matthew MJ Maldonado
Forest,VA
Summary
Versatile sales and ministry leader with 7+ years of experience in sales, marketing, and pastoral leadership. Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas, building innovative products, and strengthening team collaboration. Experienced communicator in both business and ministry settings, with expertise in CRM systems, marketing strategy, and public speaking. HubSpot Sales Suite Certified. Recognized as both a high-performing sales professional and a dynamic communicator in ministry and media.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Development / Sales Leader & On-Screen Talent
American Association of Christian Counselors
01.2025 - Current
- Exceeded sales targets every quarter in 2025, consistently achieving 140%+ of quota minimums.
- Developed and launched the 'New Provider Bundle,' creating new revenue opportunities and expanding customer offerings.
- Designed and implemented streamlined sales processes that improved efficiency and conversion rates.
- Led cross-departmental meetings to strengthen collaboration between sales, marketing, and operations teams.
- Leveraged HubSpot Sales Suite Certification to optimize CRM usage and pipeline visibility.
- Served as on-screen talent, representing AACC through media and video content.
Senior Pastor & Church Planter
Altar City Church
Lynchburg, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Successfully launched and built a fast-growing church in Lynchburg, Virginia.
- Oversee a team of 5 leaders managing finance, marketing, worship, guest experience, children’s ministry, and pastoral care.
- Drive organizational growth through vision-casting, community outreach, and effective leadership.
Central Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Christian Faith Center
Nampa, ID
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Took over youth & young adult ministry during a leadership transition, revitalizing engagement across 3 campuses.
- Grew youth ministry from 30 to 140 students and launched a young adult ministry from scratch to 75 members.
- Developed and executed marketing campaigns (social, email) reaching thousands.
- Preached 3–4 times weekly, providing consistent teaching and leadership.
- Planned and directed camps and conferences with 100+ in attendance.
Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Vizion Church
Charlotte, NC
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Oversaw youth and young adult ministries for a church of 1,300+ members.
- Grew young adult ministry from 30 to 400+ members.
- Organized youth nights, camps, and large-scale events.
- Preached quarterly on Sundays and regularly led youth/young adult gatherings.
- Directed marketing campaigns that significantly boosted church engagement.
Sales, Marketing, & Onboarding Specialist
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Delivered results in B2B and B2C sales environments.
- Trained clients on product adoption and onboarding.
- Executed sales strategies including cold calling, trade booth creation, and digital marketing campaigns.
- Supported software implementation and customer service operations.
Education
B.S. - Business Marketing
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2015
Skills
- Sales Leadership & Strategy
- Pipeline Development & Forecasting
- HubSpot
- Salesforce
- Process Improvement
- CRM Optimization
- Team Leadership
- Staff Development
- Public Speaking
- On-Camera Communication
- Marketing Campaigns
- Product Development
- Product Launch
- Event Planning
- Event Execution
Websites
Certification
- HubSpot Sales Suite Certified
- Sandler Sales Training
Accomplishments
- Surpassed 140%+ of quota minimums every quarter of 2025 at AACC.
- Spearheaded the creation and launch of the New Provider Bundle product at AACC.
- Successfully planted Altar City Church, one of Virginia’s fastest-growing churches.
- Built multiple youth and young adult ministries from the ground up, reaching hundreds.
- Recognized for on-screen communication talent, representing AACC through media.
Timeline
Business Development / Sales Leader & On-Screen Talent
American Association of Christian Counselors
01.2025 - Current
Senior Pastor & Church Planter
Altar City Church
01.2024 - Current
Central Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Christian Faith Center
01.2023 - 01.2024
Youth & Young Adult Pastor
Vizion Church
01.2017 - 01.2023
Sales, Marketing, & Onboarding Specialist
01.2015 - 01.2023
B.S. - Business Marketing
Liberty University
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