Kent Hamaker, Iii Email & Phone Number

Arlington, Virginia, United States

-Create, administer, recruit, and lead education content for all ages: -Godly Play and the Backyard for children ages 5-12 -Weekly worship children's sermon -Weekly adult Bible study -Seasonal adult programs based on church calendar -Develop new education strategies, focusing especially on the arts-Create, administer, and distribute communication and outreach content: -Monthly church newsletter -Regular… Show more -Create, administer, recruit, and lead education content for all ages: -Godly Play and the Backyard for children ages 5-12 -Weekly worship children's sermon -Weekly adult Bible study -Seasonal adult programs based on church calendar -Develop new education strategies, focusing especially on the arts-Create, administer, and distribute communication and outreach content: -Monthly church newsletter -Regular social media account postings -Church signage -Develop new communications strategies, focusing especially on the arts Show less

Washington D.C.

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND BENCHMARKING− Marketing and Member Communicationo Content developer, editor, and publisher of award-winning S.O. Connected quarterly association magazine. o Content developer, editor, and publisher for S.O. in the Know monthly eNewsletter. Increased opens by 15%.o Content developer, social media and email campaigns. Increased engagement, impressions, and opens by 20%.o Develop external communications strategies with PR media… Show more DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND BENCHMARKING− Marketing and Member Communicationo Content developer, editor, and publisher of award-winning S.O. Connected quarterly association magazine. o Content developer, editor, and publisher for S.O. in the Know monthly eNewsletter. Increased opens by 15%.o Content developer, social media and email campaigns. Increased engagement, impressions, and opens by 20%.o Develop external communications strategies with PR media partner. Increased overall awareness of AHF brand via periodicals.o Work with Board of Directors to develop communications strategy in line with association strategic plan.o Develop communications and marketing for annual conferences and meetings. Annual conference script writer.o Represent AHF national at local chapter meetings throughout the U.S.− Websiteo Help develop new association website to enhance member experience and increase traffic. Increased traffic by 20%.o Update website regularly with new and vital information− Research & Datao Director of hospital benchmarking tool, using KPIs to track, analyze, and report on cost of meals per patient day.o Track and evaluate all outgoing communications for effectiveness, improving messages where necessary.− Operations & Financeo Maintained and updated association database for up-to-date, accurate information.o Tracked communication, education, and benchmarking budgets to come under budget.− Supervisiono Direct and supervise annual conference intern program; 3 or 4 interns annually.o Direct and supervise annual conference new member programs; 60-90 new members annually.o Liaison to four association committees, supervising committee members. Show less

− Develop and direct weekly evening youth program for up to 80 middle school and high school students that features music, arts, small groups, and theme exploration. o Recruit, secure, train, and support team of adult leaders to facilitate program.o Welcomed approximately 25 new families to church through Sunday evening youth program.− Develop and direct 14 youth mission trips to different areas in eastern US, helping youth to understand the needs of those on the… Show more − Develop and direct weekly evening youth program for up to 80 middle school and high school students that features music, arts, small groups, and theme exploration. o Recruit, secure, train, and support team of adult leaders to facilitate program.o Welcomed approximately 25 new families to church through Sunday evening youth program.− Develop and direct 14 youth mission trips to different areas in eastern US, helping youth to understand the needs of those on the margins.− Develop and lead 20 off-site retreats which include theme exploration and group-building, leading to renewed commitment of participants.− Develop, organize, and lead annual nine-month Confirmation class process that incorporates retreat, weekly classes, field trips, and recruiting and training of adult sponsors. Focus on helping youth to prepare and understand what it means to make a commitment to becoming a member of the church.o Welcomed approximately 160 new members to church through Confirmation process.− Serve as liaison between youth ministry and five other church ministries maintaining mutual support and understanding of each ministry’s needs to reach common congregational goals. − Write and produce monthly articles for church newsletter, advocating for and promoting youth events and their importance in the life of the church.− Administer and control annual budget of approximately $11K. Show less

Coordinate curriculum, youth service projects, children’s projects, and congregational dinners for church members. Recruited and trained facilitators for various Sunday School classes. Directed organization, planning, and leadership for meetings, retreats, and various service and recreational outings. Provided pastoral support and leadership.− Developed and organized series of four Autumn and Lenten evening programs for families.− Orchestrated middle school and high school Sunday… Show more Coordinate curriculum, youth service projects, children’s projects, and congregational dinners for church members. Recruited and trained facilitators for various Sunday School classes. Directed organization, planning, and leadership for meetings, retreats, and various service and recreational outings. Provided pastoral support and leadership.− Developed and organized series of four Autumn and Lenten evening programs for families.− Orchestrated middle school and high school Sunday evening Youth Group program.− Coordinated Sunday morning program for children and youth. Show less

Arlington, Va

− Restructured and rebuilt Sunday evening youth program from the ground up.− Assisted with weekly Bible study program for grades 3-6− Led two trips to the Creation Music Festival in Pennsylvania

Birmingham, England

− Planned and organized 2 “Children’s Days,” recruiting leaders for education and recreation workshops.− Served food, drink, and befriended clients at a drop-in center for the homeless and unemployed once a week.− Wrote and published quarterly café newsletter.− Provided ministerial support

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts With Foci On Communications, Psychology, And Music

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