Career Experience & Accomplishments:With over 10 years in non-profit management, I have honed my skills as an experienced communicator. My career includes more than 6 years of expertise in organizational DEI consulting and over 8 years in project and personnel management, fundraising, and client relations. I am passionate about consulting and devising creative solutions to help individuals and organizations achieve their full potential and goals.Personal Life:Husband | Father of two beautiful daughters | Brother | SonI am committed to creating spaces and opportunities that enable all people to realize their full potential and become their best selves.Philosophy:LiveWell: Lead with integrity and service.LoveWell: Embrace and respect all people without exception.
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ManagerPappas Restaurants, Inc.Houston, Tx, Us -
Partnerships & Sales AssociateMax De Pree Center For Leadership Feb 2024 - PresentPasadena, California, United StatesHouston-Based Sales Rep (Expanding Texas Territory) Building partnerships and cultivating a healthy sales pipeline with both clergy and Marketplace leaders. Thorough in product knowledge Showcasing the offerings of De Pree Center for Leadership has to offer in conjunction with opportunities to pursue certifications and/or degree programs. -
Beverage DirectorEnsemble Jul 2024 - PresentHouston, Texas, United StatesAs the Beverage Director at Ensemble HTX, I'm responsible for curating, managing, and enhancing the beverage program to complement and elevate the culinary offerings. Strategically play a pivotal role in shaping the dining experience through thoughtful wine, cocktail, and non-alcoholic beverage selections, focusing on innovation, customer engagement, and operational efficiency. I ensure the program reflects Ensemble’s dedication to quality, sustainability, and an immersive, unique experience. -
Creative DirectorSay Kinfok Jun 2020 - PresentHouston, Texas, United StatesMy creative outlet. Digital content. Small-batch apparel and handmade goods. An online community that seeks to help others on the journey to their best selves.
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KeyholderMizzen+Main Nov 2023 - Aug 2024Houston, Texas, United States -
Pastor Of FormationGather Church May 2020 - May 2023Houston, Texas, United StatesStrategized and executed department directives aimed at increasing membership. Led a department that focused on integrating growth goals while providing avenues for members to make meaningful connections with one another.• Presented 70+ presentations to 200-300 persons. Led and participated in conferences surrounding the intersectionality of DE&I and Christianity.• Developed DE&I curriculum focused on increasing members' competency around racial/gender/LGBTQIA+ inequalities and the history of American racial injustice. Consistently create avenues for impactful conversations and meaningful relationship building.• Successfully collaborated with a team and coordinated organizational direction, including the creation and execution of events, retreats, and community initiatives.• Implemented a volunteer program connected to 100+ different orgs that serve various communities LGBTIA+, at-risk youth, Immigrant families, and local communities.• Created content and resources and led leadership and training classes for the organization’s members.
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Sales SpecialistApple 2019 - May 2020Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesFacilitated energy and excitement and thorough knowledge around Apple products. Provided creative solutions and getting products into customers’ hands. Consistently finding ways to synthesize my expertise and company initiatives into customer interactions.• Coordinated and participated in the training processes of new hires.• Exemplary record of business development recommendations and excelled in small to middle market business introductions.• Explore apple competencies and take initiative & accountability for self growth and product knowledge. -
Founder & CuratorVinea Gathered Community Sep 2018 - May 2020Durham, North Carolina, United States• Hosted city council community listening meetings to provide an entry point for civic engagement.• Hosted voter & community competency meetings. Also, it provided opportunities for families who live in food deserts to learn how to grow vegetables & fruits.• Prepared and presented 30-minute presentations to the organization’s 95 members. Approximate growth of 150% growth from the start of the role. • 60% first year. • 90% in the second year. • Built relationships and networked with over 150+ community leaders, organizations, and volunteers. • Raised $86,000 through grants and membership dues in four months. • Reach more than 655 persons across organizations and communities.• Built relationships and networked with community leaders, organizations, and volunteers.• Took the initiative to understand the communities needs to craft the best solutions.• Integrated technology and social media to increase brand awareness and connect with potential/new contacts
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Campus Pastor / Young Adult PastorNewhope Church Jan 2018 - Nov 2018Durham, North Carolina, United States• Strategized and executed department direction aimed at creating a new branch of organization. New branch growth was approximated at 200%. • 90% Growth First Three Months • 110% Growth Next Eight Months • Collaborated with leadership in marketing/managing capital campaign. Where we raised $6.9 million to go to improvements on building and expansion of organization. • Successfully prepared and presented 15-30 minute presentations to organizations 200 - 7500+ members.• Collaborated with the executive team in staff development, interview/ hiring processes and managing interns. • Built relationships with prospective and current volunteers. Under my supervision We created new avenues for constituents to serve. The volunteer team grew from 150 to 230 members approximately 53% growth.•members Organizations (120+) to coordinate ways to meet needs of underserved communities and seek global impact.• Continued to develop communication skills across diverse (both domestic & global) and intergenerational audiences. -
Sales AssociateUrban Outfitters Oct 2016 - Jun 2017Houston, Texas Area -
Functional ResidentHouston Church Planting Network Aug 2016 - Jun 2017Houston, Texas AreaAs a resident I get to serve on various ministry teams and meet with a pastor weekly for mentoring and development. The focus is to sharpen skills, cast vision, Leadership competencies , and to create healthy rhythms: spiritually, physically, emotionally in my life and the life of my family.
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Church Planting InternChurch At Uh Aug 2016 - May 2017Houston, Texas AreaPreaching with regularity. Leading a missional Community.Involved in brain storming of ways that we can be more effective in reaching our city.Involved in organizing outreach events.Attend coaching meetings four times a month.Casting Vision and preparing our core team for the launch of Tree Houston in Jan.2018.Required to attend HCPN (Houston Church Planting Network) trainings once a month for functional residency.Given the freedom and space to build lasting relationships with Core Team and also pastors in the Greater Houston Area.
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Gap Brand - AssociateGap Inc./ Gap Oct 2015 - May 2016Houston, Texas Area-Welcomed customers by greeting them; offering them assistance.-Directed customers to racks and counters, also advised customers by providing information on products and suggesting items. -Processed payments by totaling purchases, processing checks, cash, and credit cards.-Was able to keep clientele informed on sales-Assisting in inventory counts, and setting up merchandise on the sales floor. -Also was able to work together with a team to achieve related results and corporate goals. -Would check Inventory, and replenish Merchandise on the sales floor. -Market and sell Gap credit Cards -
Summer Intern - Assistant Worship CoordinatorEcclesia Houston Jun 2015 - Aug 2015Houston, Texas Area-Assisting with the Hospitality Ministry -The scheduling and Pastoring of volunteers for our weekend gatherings (Prayer Ministry, Connect Team i.e. Greeters; Communion; Offering) - Joining in with the staff in generating new ideas for the service to run more efficiently-Building lasting relationships-Casting vision -Hosted events at the venue i.e. Weddings; baby showers, rehearsal dinners-Set up and tear down the venue after all four services
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College MinistryKingsland Baptist Church Aug 2014 - May 2015United States*In charge of Leading the College ministry, providing leadership, shepherding, Pastoral care (when needed), and casting vision for the future of the college ministry. *Responsibilities also include teaching in a small group setting, sporadically preaching, also able to take part in shaping and creating relationships within the student ministry so that we would make disciples that make disciples. *Also, have the responsibility of organizing hangouts, which are chances for students to get to know each other, and also enables me to build relationships with students, also organize community service projects. -
Student Ministry Summer InternKingsland Baptist Church May 2014 - Aug 2014United States*Involved in all areas of church ministry but focused in the Student ministry area. I was given the responsibility for teaching both on Sunday school and in small group settings during the week, also involved in the planning process of community outreach events. *Was able to adopt more of a role in the College ministry, and connect with students, and help organize events for college students to grow in community. *Responsibilities also include contributing to the preparation and facilitating of our summer events: Kamp Kingsland (avg. 450 kids); - Co-Lead 11th Grade mission trip to Costa Rica (55 kids, about 11 adults) -
Fall InternEcclesia Sep 2014 - Dec 2014Houston, Texas AreaMain Responsibilities: Building out a seamless volunteer management system. Supplying the resources needed to meet the needs for planned events. Proficient in Relationship management, event planning, idea curation.
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Sales AssociateGap Inc./ Gap Jan 2010 - Aug 2012Cypress, Tx-Welcomed customers by greeting them; offering them assistance.-Directed customers to racks and counters, also advised customers by providing information on products and suggesting items. -Processed payments by totaling purchases, processing checks, cash, and credit cards.-Was able to keep clientele informed on sales-Assisting in inventory counts, and setting up merchandise on the sales floor. -Also was able to work together with a team to achieve related results and corporate goals. -Would check Inventory, and replenish Merchandise on the sales floor. -Market and sell Gap credit Cards
André Franklin Education Details
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Theology/Theological Studies -
Wine & Beverage Management
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André Franklin attended Houston Christian University, The Culinary Institute Of America.
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