Jonathan Lyons Email & Phone Number

Saint Paul, MN, US

Cedarville, Ohio, United States

• Recruited to provide administrative leadership in the Advancement Division for the University’s firstcomprehensive fundraising campaign. Promoted with progressive responsibilities three times in five years. Current.
• Implemented new CRM (Slate)—consolidating multiple software platforms into one shared instance with University Admissions at an annual savings of $60,000.
• Coordinated public launch of the $125 million comprehensive campaign and subsequent effort toannounce a goal increase to $175 million.
• Developed on-stage programming for a 15-city bus tour designed to elevate Cedarville’s nationalprofile. Tour generated over 400 requests for information and approximately $50,000 of donations.
• Participated and managed implementation of a strategic reimagining of the University’s approach todonor moves management which drove realignment of fundraising staff, constituent engagementscoring, and a comprehensive.
• Collaborated with division leadership to perform a team-wide culture analysis and translate feedbackinto clear culture statements, which currently informs employee performance evaluation.

Cedarville, Ohio, United States

Cedarville, OH

Advancement Division

Orlando, Florida Area

• Led the planning and execution of SLU 101 event offerings across 3 states and, additionally, provided onsite support for the other programs offered by the organization. Oversight expanded based on priorperformance to.
• Increased registrations by 12% through focus on strategic relationship building.
• Facilitated internship program and managed 12 college students each summer.
• Managed relationships with VIP program speakers.
• Led development of a new, more cohesive program brand identity.
• Integrated participant communication into pre-existing registration software, allowing for increased automation and branding integration.

Cedarville, Ohio

• Cedarville University Class Councils consist of the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Women’s Ministry Leader, and Chaplain of each class. As Senior Class President, I chaired the Joint Council.
• Cast vision and focus for the Joint Council and the Class of 2017
• Met with individual members of the Class Council and assisted them in the fulfillment of their duties, including event organization and responsibility delegation
• Guided the leadership and professional development of Class Council members
• Ensured effective communication between the Student Government Association and class leadership
• Empowered and equipped the members of each class for student involvement on and off campus

Cedarville, Ohio

I designed promotional materials (posters and social media graphics) for all Department of Music and Worship events, recitals, and concerts.

Cedarville, OH

• After serving for a year as a personal assistant, I was promoted to Assistant Admissions Counselor. In this capacity, I worked closely alongside my supervising Admissions Counselor (AC) in developing and implementing.
• Engaging students/families through phone phone calls, emails, text messages, and social media
• Managing social media accounts for the AC
• Completing the AC’s monthly credit card requisitions
• Developing a strong team morale and a productive work environment
• Meeting with prospective students (normally high school juniors) during their on-campus visit to answer questions about Cedarville and the admissions processI am proud to say that my team exceeded all of our year-long.

Orlando, Florida Area

• While the intern team shared many general duties, my specific responsibilities included:
• Setting-up every technical aspect of the conference room
• Running ProPresenter during the conference sessions
• Designing presentations for speakers, as needed
• Assisting with social mediaI also served in this capacity during Summer 2015

Cedarville, OH

Responsible for assisting Admissions Counselors in the achievement of assigned recruitment goals.

Centerville, OH

Primary responsibilities included management of all worship and media ministries. Worked to develop community connections in preparation for future outreach ministries.Centerville Christian Fellowship exists to glorify God by making disciples who worship with authenticity, grow in Christ, and serve sacrificially.

Leesburg, GA

• Oversaw expansion of media and communicative programs and methods.
• Designed all graphics for weekly worship gatherings.
• Trained volunteers in proper use of production gear and software.
• Transitioned office staff from monthly print newsletter to weekly electronic communication.
• Provided off-site setup of production needs for community events.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Leadership

Master Of Arts, Biblical Leadership

Bachelor Of Music Education, Music Teacher Education

Activities and Societies: Field Experiences at DaytonView Academy (K-1st Grade), Xenia High School (9-12), and Washington Middle School.