Business Development Cost Control Optimization Operational Efficiency Strategic Alliances Relationship Management

Law and Finance Training   Estate Planning   Financial Analysis   Training & Development   Business Analysis

Charitable Gifts/Fundraising   Employee Loyalty/Retention   Information Management   Budgetary Oversight   Philanthropic Organizations

 

Ø  Strong multi-tasking background with the ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously, including formulation of policies and procedures, organization development, training and development programs, project management, strategic negotiations, in-depth problem analysis and solutions, operational process implementation, as well as development and execution of strategies to increase charitable contributions as well as cultivating a network of philanthropic donors regarding life income gifts.

Ø  Extensive experience in Fundraising and Business Consulting regarding design, implementation and analysis of targeted marketing efforts for the organization.

Ø  Effectively support staff during lifecycle of specific projects in order to complete assignments on time and on budget.

Ø  Effectively strategizes with all relevant parties and resolves complex organizational issues. 

Ø  Proven ability to adapt strong technical skills to diverse organization needs.

Ø  Skilled at developing and implementing efficiency and productivity best practices.

 

 

 

 

Ø  Capable of in-depth research and data analysis with the purpose of improving brand and name awareness as well as product and service exposure to various market segments.

Ø  Embrace organization initiatives and mission statement.

Ø  Perform in-depth market analyses in order to ascertain and proactively prepare for variations and changes.

Ø  Skilled at managing multiple high dollar budgets simultaneously and efficiently.

Ø  Uses knowledge of various administrative functions and company protocols to support executive management.

Ø  Embraces corporate culture and actively promotes and leads company initiatives.

Ø  Frequently acts as a liaison between various departments to ensure smooth communication process.

 

 

Senior Minister, Hilton Church.                                                                                       2001-Present

 

n Primary responsibilities and achievements: Effectively lead a local non-profit institution related to operational effectiveness, long term viability, as well as assuming a community leadership and resource role.

n Cultivate substantive relationships though public speaking, personal visitation and attentive listening to provide confidential counsel with tact and discretion.

n Transition a historically traditional church into one that is relevant to today s challenging culture and equip it to reach the next generation.

n Engage and energize staff, leaders and volunteers to embrace team approach to problem solving and accomplish mission objectives.

n Stay current and informed as to growth trends and cutting edge strategies that strengthen transitional ministry organizations

 

Organizational Strategist/Consultant, International Profits / Business Associates     1999-2001

                      

n Primary responsibilities and achievements: Conducting client calls, sales coaching, pipeline, credit and risk management, auditing and compliance.

n Responsible for meeting financial goals, developing region marketing plans, operations, teamwork and cooperation, process improvement, performance appraisals.  

n Developed ongoing valued relationships with small business owners, medium and large corporate clients, to offer focused business consulting services.

n Provided analytical cross-training and development analyses and plans to continually improve ability to provide value and benefit for clients.

n Increased active client base by 118% in three years by aggressively building mutually beneficial and substantive working relationships.

n Increased regional sales earnings and profits by 74% over three year period.

 

Fundraising Development/Executive Producer, Oral Roberts University                       1996-1999

                      

n Primary responsibilities and achievements: Served on executive team to manage fundraising activities, including direct mail campaigns, in-person prospecting calls, and donor relations yielding a 34.7% growth in donations for a campus renovation fund in one 9 month period.

n Served as Executive Producer for two live daily telecasts, and one weekly taped telecast, all seen in most major US markets and distributed worldwide.

n Planned and executed events, including donor recognition parties, prospecting functions, art auctions and musical concerts raising more than more than $285,000 in new scholarship funding.

n Managed 10 million dollar television production studio, including organizing and planning production logistics, budget development, scheduling, determination of equipment and personnel needs, and direct supervision of a 60 member staff.

 

Earlier Experience

Vice President, Management and Financial Services Consultant, Ficca and Associates   

Senior Minister, Calvary Church / Allentown Christian School

Associate Attorney, Norman, Wohlgemuth and Thompson

Writer and Donor Relations Representative, Oral Roberts University

 

 

n Juris Doctorate, Regent University School of Law

n Master of Arts C Theology, Oral Roberts University School of Theology and Missions

n Bachelor of Arts C Interpersonal Strategic Communications and Theology (Double Major), Oral Roberts University

 

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

Executive Director / Operations Professional

 

DATE

NAME HERE OF RECIPIENT

NAME HERE OF COMPANY

 

Dear RECIPEINT NAME:

Recent research into COMPANY NAME prompted me to immediately update my resume for your review.   Based on my knowledge of this organization, I am very interested in interviewing for STATE POSITION YOU ARE SEEKING. I offer years of progressive advancement in key roles as a Operations Executive and Business Development Professional.

 I am skilled at providing expertise regarding comprehensive tasks including training, operational analysis, hiring and retention protocols, client support, research, and a strong background in numerous aspects of fundraising and securing large and consistent contributions through relationship cultivation.  Additionally, I am astute at developing streamlined processes that will increase operational productivity and reduce the occurrence of costly errors. 

            I am an exceptionally hard worker and my peers consider me a strong team player.  My enthusiasm comes from working directly with clients and streamlining and improving processes as evidenced by my accomplishments and contributions to my past employers.  I am also capable of assimilating into a new environment easily and feel that I could quickly become part of your team.  I enjoy the chance to work directly with various departmental resources in both learning and mentoring fashions. I am selectively seeking a company who is progressive thinking and in need of a professional who can make an immediate and positive impact on productivity and processes.

            After your review of my resume, I hope you will agree that this would be a mutually beneficial arrangement.  I plan to call you early next week. At that time, I can answer questions concerning my background and experience and we can discuss the desirability of an introductory meeting.  Please contact me sooner if you wish to talk before then.  I look forward to speaking with you.

Regards,

Lynwood Wells