Rickie Sarratt
Gaffney,SC
Summary
Educator and program coordinator with extensive experience at Wingate University, focusing on student mentorship and curriculum development. Skilled in enhancing student engagement and retention through effective leadership training and workshop facilitation. Committed to empowering individuals to reach academic and personal milestones.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Adjunct Instructor / Program Coordinator
Wingate University
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and delivered engaging curriculum aligned with university goals for student retention.
- Collaborated across departments to advance student success initiatives and co-curricular programming.
- Advised students on academic and career pathways, tracking progress and offering individualized support.
Leadership Development Consultant
Working Faith, LLC
04.2021 - Current
- Designed leadership programs that improved student engagement, confidence, and campus involvement
- Facilitated workshops on goal setting, team building, and values-based leadership.
- Partnered with schools and organizations to support mentorship, spiritual growth, and career exploration.
Pastor & Community Leader
Innov8tion Point
04.2017 - Current
- Led youth and adult programs centered on empowerment, identity, and personal growth.
- Built partnerships with community leaders to deliver enrichment events and student-centered outreach
- Grew participation and belonging through consistent mentoring and service-learning experiences.
Operations Supervisor
UPS
10.2019 - 04.2023
- Mentored and coached a team of 95, with a focus on operations, morale, and professional development.
- Used CRM systems and feedback to track performance and improve team culture.
Education
EdD - Higher Ed Executive Leadership
Wingate University
Wingate, NC01.2027
MA - Christian Thought
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
Charlotte01.2015
BA - Psychology
Morehouse College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Student mentorship
- Google Suite
- Workshop facilitation
- Leadership training
- Student advisement
- Curriculum development
- Critical thinking
- Student engagement
- Classroom management
- Syllabus development
- Classroom oversight
- Online classes
- Student retention
- Leadership development
- Curriculum design
- Student advising
Certification
- John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Trainer & Coach
- Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Certification – University of South Florida, 2022
Publications
- Wright, C., Lapan, C., & Sarratt, R. (2025). Food and faith: A two-year study on the impact of service-learning and community engagement practices in a general education religion course.
- Sarratt, R. D. (2021). Leadership inside trajectory. Working Faith.
Core Competencies
- Student Success & Retention
- Student Life Programming
- Leadership Development
- Career Readiness
- Mentorship & Advising
- Workshop Facilitation
- Campus & Community Engagement
- Data-driven Leadership
- Inclusive Practices
Timeline
Adjunct Instructor / Program Coordinator
Wingate University
08.2021 - Current
Leadership Development Consultant
Working Faith, LLC
04.2021 - Current
Operations Supervisor
UPS
10.2019 - 04.2023
Pastor & Community Leader
Innov8tion Point
04.2017 - Current
EdD - Higher Ed Executive Leadership
Wingate University
MA - Christian Thought
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
BA - Psychology
Morehouse College
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