Winston Yoder
SR Pastor
Newberry,SC
Summary
Dynamic business leader with a proven track record at Yoder Outdoor Products, excelling in strategic planning and customer relations. Achieved significant revenue growth through innovative marketing strategies and effective team management. Skilled in operations management and relationship building, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance. Experienced with pastoral care, including counseling and spiritual guidance. Utilizes strategic planning to develop meaningful programs and sermons that connect with congregants. Track record of fostering strong sense of community and spiritual growth within congregation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Yoder Outdoor Products
02.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented business strategies to enhance product offerings and market reach.
- Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency in production and customer service.
- Oversaw supply chain logistics, optimizing inventory management processes for better resource allocation.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and improve product quality.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on performance excellence.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
- Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
President
Yoder Premier Builders
07.2017 - Current
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and drive company growth.
- Oversaw project management processes, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Developed and implemented policies that improved employee performance and satisfaction.
- Fostered relationships with clients and stakeholders to secure long-term partnerships.
- Mentored senior management team, promoting leadership development within the organization.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
CEO
Yoder Metals Carolina Inc.
04.2017 - Current
- Directed strategic planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and market positioning.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring accurate budgeting and resource allocation across all departments.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, achieving significant cost reductions and performance enhancements.
- Fostered a culture of innovation by encouraging team collaboration and identifying growth opportunities within the industry.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
- Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Elevated brand visibility and market share with launch of highly successful digital marketing campaign.
SR Pastor - President
Restoration Outreach Church,
03.2003 - Current
- Led weekly worship services, delivering impactful sermons to engage congregation and foster spiritual growth.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs, enhancing church visibility and support for local needs.
- Mentored junior pastors and ministry leaders, providing guidance on theological training and pastoral care techniques.
- Oversaw church administration, ensuring effective management of resources and compliance with organizational policies.
- Facilitated congregational meetings, promoting open dialogue on church initiatives and strategic planning discussions.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Led dynamic worship services on a weekly basis, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual reflection and connection for congregants.
- Managed church staff effectively, providing clear direction and support while maintaining accountability for performance outcomes.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Increased annual giving by establishing robust stewardship campaigns, emphasizing the importance of financial commitment to ministry initiatives.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Elevated brand visibility and market share with launch of highly successful digital marketing campaign.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Led congregation growth initiatives, enhancing community engagement and outreach programs.
- Developed and implemented strategic worship services, fostering spiritual development among members.
- Facilitated community service projects, strengthening church presence within local neighborhoods.
- Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
- Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.
- Directed special events such as weddings or funerals with sensitivity to individual needs while upholding religious traditions unique to each situation.
- Strengthened community outreach efforts by implementing targeted programs, resulting in increased local impact and visibility.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to enhance community outreach and engagement.
- Developed and implemented programs addressing local needs and fostering spiritual growth.
President
Yoder Brothers Dairy Llc
06.2002 - 12.2017
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for business expansion and diversification.
- Directed financial planning efforts, optimizing resource allocation for maximum profitability.
- Spearheaded innovative construction methods, enhancing project delivery quality and efficiency.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Established a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for results.
- Supported project management team for optimal performance.
- Strengthened agricultural sector by introducing modern farming techniques and support programs for farmers.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Mentored senior management team, promoting leadership development within the organization.
Education
No Degree - BIBLE And Counseling
Montezuma Mennonite School
Montezuma, GA05-1978
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Operations management
- Business management
- Business planning
- Strategic planning
- Project estimating
- Staff management
- Marketing
- Team oversight
- Staff hiring
- Business launch
- Business administration
- Business marketing
- Consulting
- Sales leadership
- Product branding
- Financial planning
- Sales management
- Budget development
- Sales strategy development
- Hiring and staffing
- Profit and loss
- Sales oversight
- Team leadership
- Inventory control
- Inventory management
- Business leadership
- Purchasing and planning
- Employee relations
- Operations oversight
Certification
- Licensed SR Pastor - 2003-present
Timeline
Owner
Yoder Outdoor Products
02.2018 - Current
President
Yoder Premier Builders
07.2017 - Current
CEO
Yoder Metals Carolina Inc.
04.2017 - Current
SR Pastor - President
Restoration Outreach Church,
03.2003 - Current
President
Yoder Brothers Dairy Llc
06.2002 - 12.2017
No Degree - BIBLE And Counseling
Montezuma Mennonite School