Experience

Crossroads United Methodist Church

• Director of Worship Arts

  • Nov 2008 - Jan 2022

  North Fayette, Pennsylvania, United States I served in a leadership role with responsibilities of managing volunteers and budget in order to drive attendance and contribution through professional and quality musical, theatric, or digital mediums. Additionally, I coordinated artistic volunteer efforts, improving their abilities to their fullest potential. I collaborated with the leadership team to develop annual Capital Campaigns, establishing themes, programs and messaging to drive crucial operational funding. During my tenure… Show more I served in a leadership role with responsibilities of managing volunteers and budget in order to drive attendance and contribution through professional and quality musical, theatric, or digital mediums. Additionally, I coordinated artistic volunteer efforts, improving their abilities to their fullest potential. I collaborated with the leadership team to develop annual Capital Campaigns, establishing themes, programs and messaging to drive crucial operational funding. During my tenure, Crossroads grew by over 60% in membership, added three campuses, and increased donation volume. Show less



North Way Christian Community

• Director of Music Arts

  • Aug 2007 - Nov 2008

  Wexford, Pennsylvania, United States I served in a leadership role with responsibilities of producing and executing engaging attendee experiences to drive attendance and contribution through professional and quality musical, mediums. In addition, I coordinated artistic volunteer efforts. During my tenure, North Way grew by 20% in membership, added one campus, and increased donation volume through congregation outreach and capital campaigns.



Penn Mutual Life Ins Company

• Financial Sales Consultant

  • Aug 2007 - May 2008

  Greater Pittsburgh Region I created and uncovered sales opportunities while managing client relationships. I provided professional consultation to recommend appropriate financial products and life insurance. This resulted in growing existing relationships. During this time, I was certified in Variable Products Licenses Series 6 and 63. I also held multiple insurance licenses.



Independent Agent

• Financial Sales Consultant

  • Aug 2006 - Jun 2007

  Greater Pittsburgh Region In this role, I was self-employed and developed sales opportunities. I also coordinated and conducted client meetings while advising appropriate financial products and life insurance. Here, I held a Variable Products License (Series 6 and 63) as well as insurance licenses for life & health and fixed products.



FESCO Transportation group

• Regional Sales Manager

  • Apr 1999 - Jun 2006

  During my time here at Far Eastern Shipping Company Agencies NA Inc (FESCO), I managed business development within my assigned geography: Pennsylvania, Ohio, Western New York, West Virginia, Kentucky, Delaware, & Maryland. In addition, I solicited and secured accounts shipping merchandise to Australia, New Zealand and Eastern Russia. I conducted account reviews on a bi-monthly basis, highlighting areas for increased efficiencies and productivity. More so, I provided continuous service… Show more During my time here at Far Eastern Shipping Company Agencies NA Inc (FESCO), I managed business development within my assigned geography: Pennsylvania, Ohio, Western New York, West Virginia, Kentucky, Delaware, & Maryland. In addition, I solicited and secured accounts shipping merchandise to Australia, New Zealand and Eastern Russia. I conducted account reviews on a bi-monthly basis, highlighting areas for increased efficiencies and productivity. More so, I provided continuous service via live & electronic communication insuring supply chain integrity. I maximized annual sales and performance targets throughout my areas of responsibility, earning Account Executive of the Year in 2001 and 2003. I also secured top FESCO accounts including Dupont, Crown Equipment, Rohm & Haas, and Owens Corning. Even more, I coordinated efforts with international partners to create a “push/pull” synergistic sales effort, effectively expanding the customer base and increasing market share in my territory. Finally, I increased annual account and shipping volume by 300% during my tenure, which ended when the company was sold. Show less



Jones Shipping Agency

• Account Executive

  • Sep 1988 - Mar 1999

  Greater Pittsburgh Region In my time here, I represented five ocean carriers including FESCO, Chilean Line, National Shipping Company of Saudia Arabia, Polish Ocean Line and Concorde Lines. My geographic territory included Pennsylvania, Ohio, Western New York, and West Virginia. I established meaningful client and carrier relationships through cold calls, client referrals, and prospecting efforts. I maintained these relationships through thorough development and actionable issue resolution. I consistently… Show more In my time here, I represented five ocean carriers including FESCO, Chilean Line, National Shipping Company of Saudia Arabia, Polish Ocean Line and Concorde Lines. My geographic territory included Pennsylvania, Ohio, Western New York, and West Virginia. I established meaningful client and carrier relationships through cold calls, client referrals, and prospecting efforts. I maintained these relationships through thorough development and actionable issue resolution. I consistently exceeded annual sales and performance targets throughout territory in years 1991, 1992, 1995-1998 and was awarded Jones Shipping Agency Salesman of the Year in 1992, 1993, and 1995. Show less