Ronald Branson Email & Phone Number

Plainfield, In, Us

Indiana, United States

Pastor with the Indiana Conference United Methodist Church from Aug 2011 to present, leading staff and congregation in all aspects of church operations. -Pastor; Memorial UMC in Terre Haute, Indiana; 2020 - presento Adjusted activities of church and licensed pre-school to continue operations during and after COVID pandemic.o Implemented online Worship experience streamed at www.MemorialSunday.orgo Reorganized leadership structure.o Established Family Ministry focus on fellowship events.- Pastor; Grace and Hope House in Hartford City, Indiana; 2017 - 2020o Transitioned part time preschool to full time State certified daycare with preschool element accepting vouchers for low-income families.o Led funding to build new certified playground.o Developed a professional online worship experience.o Completed $150,000 renovation of sanctuary chancel to include full stage and freestanding prayer chapel; refurbished organ and purchased new grand piano.o Transitioned addictions gathering to include dinner and modern worship experience.o Served on Blackford County Community Foundation Board.- Associate Pastor; Calvary UMC in Brownsburg, Indiana; July 2015 - 2017o Reorganized staff and added Director of Communication role.o Managed project to renovate HVAC which led to purchase of $50,000 dehumidifier for sanctuary.o Reallocated space to provide designated area for youth gatherings.- Pastor / Seminary Student; Aldersgate UMC in Indianapolis, IN; 2013 - 2015- Pastor / Seminary Student; South Washington Circuit of 3 rural UMC churches; 2011 – 2013.

Greenwood, Indiana, United States

Working as needed in the role of an Associate Chaplain. Serving in this capacity is one of my spiritual practices and I am able to provide support to patients at the Greenwood, Carmel, and Mooresville Franciscan Alliance hospitals.

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Provided small business Internet solutions, organizational development, and information management.- Provided pro-bono services to select non-profit organizations.- Implemented multimedia training technologies at Cummins Fuel Systems, Columbus, Indiana.- Designed early Internet solutions for Johnson Memorial Hospital, Methodist Hospital Physicians, and the Franklin United Methodist Community.- Developed and managed the Indiana County History Preservation Society Internet site which included more than 50,000 historical references.

Greater Indianapolis

- Served as the Site Program Coordinator from 2009 to 2010 at the New Castle Correctional Facility. - Supervised instructors and managed content for Bachelors and Associate degree programs.- Served as student counselor and administrator for all enrolled students.- Managed school property as liaison with the Department of Corrections facility management.- Adjunct Instructor at the Indiana Women's Prison in Indianapolis.- Adjunct Instructor for online classes offered by the Oakland City University’s main campus.- Designed and implemented curriculum for all online courses using Moodle.

Franklin, In; Columbus, In

Safety & Environmental Coordinator:- Served as the liaison between management and 600 hourly employees in a facility managed under an agreement achieved through collective bargaining.- Provided comprehensive support of safety and environmental regulations and practices.- Designed Intranet based Environmental and Safety Plans in compliance with ISO 14001 and OSHA.- Negotiated contract to establish medical facility staffed by onsite nurse and physical therapist.Skilled Trades Supervisor: - Managed personnel working as maintenance technicians and machinists in Franklin, Indiana.- Transferred to Columbus, Indiana, and implemented self-directed work teams.- Created Intranet-based document library for machine programs accessible on shop floor.- Supervised equipment troubleshooting through evaluation of ladder-logic programming

Indianapolis, Indiana Area

Project Manager:- Coordinated disbursement of twenty-five million dollars annual sales contracts for multiple products.- Coordinated design and fabrication of custom automated manufacturing equipment utilizing robotics and quick-change fixture systems. - Managed all international supplier contracts and synchronized the arrival of deliverables.- Directed integration of manufacturing systems distributed throughout the United States.Training Director:- Designed and implemented all instructional curricula for all CNC automated manufacturing equipment and products.- Transformed operation from a capital expense to one generating annual profits of $100K from customers including Allison Transmission, Caterpillar, BioMet, and Cummins Engine.- Authored student study guides, creating customized training based on customer need.

Sacramento, Ca; Germany; Wichita Falls, Tx

Served eight years in the United States Air Force as a Telecommunications Service Maintenance Specialist and was chosen to serve as a Technical Instructor. Developed skills as an electronics and cryptographic communication technician. Attained the rank of Staff Sergeant and was granted the highest possible security clearance. Awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal for meritorious service twice. Developed a lifelong interest in multiculturalism and international business as the result of extensive European travel.

Master'S Of Divinity, Christian Ethics & Leadership

Master Of Arts - Ma, Advanced Leadership Studies

Master Of Science - Ms, Business Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Occupational Education