Nathan Holt
Heyworth,IL
Summary
Dedicated Contemporary Worship Pastor with over 12 years of experience leading congregations of up to 3500 in worship. Skilled in Pastoring teams of 40+ staff and volunteers, sound engineering, lighting programming, video switching, and songwriting. Eager to apply leadership and musical abilities to create transformative weekend experiences that bring church members and visitors closer to God.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/CEO
Vogel Coffee
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Discovered areas of improvement by generating quarterly operational and sales reports.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
Chief Sales Officer
UOTR Construction And Restoration
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Interviewed, supervised and motivated staff members to achieve optimal productivity.
- Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Managed divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Facilitated over $4.5 million in annual business
- Increased first quarter sales over 500% in the course of a year.
- Negotiated, prepared and signed contracts with clients.
- Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
Business Development Manager
Menold Construction And Restoration
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Researched and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email and in-person inquiries.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Negotiated, prepared and signed contracts with clients.
- Performed research to uncover potential target areas, markets and industries.
- Represented company and promoted products at conferences and trade association meetings.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
Worship Pastor
City Church
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Recruited volunteers for worship teams.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Oversaw budget and programming for worship arts ministry and engaged outside services economically and responsibly.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
Live Video and Lighting Director/Associate Pastor of Worship
Journey Church
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Enhanced congregational experience by designing and implementing innovative lighting concepts for live worship.
- Collaborated with production teams to create cohesive visual elements, ensuring seamless integration of lighting design.
- Streamlined the lighting setup process by developing efficient workflows and utilizing cutting-edge equipment.
- Mentored team members, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Mentored worship team members, resulting in greater unity and overall skill improvement.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to provide a seamless worship experience for the congregation.
Worship Pastor
River Valley Church
10.2014 - 11.2017
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Recruited volunteers for worship teams.
- Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Oversaw budget and programming for worship arts ministry and engaged outside services economically and responsibly.
- Wrote and implemented innovative worship programs and documented worship plans for easy future retrieval.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Worship Leader
Vale Church
05.2012 - 10.2014
- Enhanced congregational worship experience by skillfully playing various instruments and leading vocals.
- Supported lead Worship Pastor in planning and coordinating services, resulting in seamless transitions and a unified atmosphere.
- Developed strong relationships with church members, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate music for services, ensuring alignment with sermon themes and overall church vision.
- Participated in weekly rehearsals, refining musical arrangements for polished performances during services.
- Provided constructive feedback to fellow musicians on technique and style adjustments, improving collective performance quality.
Education
Some College - Organizational Leadership
Lincoln Christian University
Lincoln, ILHigh School Diploma -
Olympia High School
Stanford, IL2007
Skills
- Team Builder
- Servant Leader
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Humble
- Team Builder
- Skilled Musician
- Spiritual leadership
- Leading Worship
- Stage presence
- Recruiting Volunteers
- Team Oversight
- Self Motivation
Timeline
Owner/CEO
Vogel Coffee
08.2022 - Current
Chief Sales Officer
UOTR Construction And Restoration
07.2021 - 08.2022
Business Development Manager
Menold Construction And Restoration
04.2020 - 07.2021
Worship Pastor
City Church
11.2018 - 04.2020
Live Video and Lighting Director/Associate Pastor of Worship
Journey Church
11.2017 - 11.2018
Worship Pastor
River Valley Church
10.2014 - 11.2017
Worship Leader
Vale Church
05.2012 - 10.2014
Some College - Organizational Leadership
Lincoln Christian University
High School Diploma -
Olympia High School
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