Lindsey R. Foster
Springdale,Canada
Summary
Experienced in directing workgroups, committed Senior Team Leader with a big picture focus. Excels in developing strategies, providing training, setting goals, and obtaining team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate goals and vision for success. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder eager to apply deep comprehension of interpersonal relationships to fulfill this position. Skill in scheduling and assigning tasks to team members according to their capabilities, as well as coordinating workflow to align with organizational goals. Confident in exceptional decision-making and leadership skills. Emotionally mature and logical demeanor enhances ability to lead effectively.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Team Leader
Springdale Church
01.2006 - Current
- I am currently serving in the senior leadership roll with a staff of four, an administrative assistant and one other support workers
- Demonstrated knowledge of company mission and goals and mentored employees in reaching objectives aligned with company core values.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to enhance their career progression.
- Administration, public speaking, counseling, organization and leadership of support staff along with the mission’s program are the major areas of involvement
- I have also served as local ministerial president for the past 13 years and executive presbyter for Central West presbytery
- We have made it our mission to build spiritual bridges in the community
Associate Team Leader
Windsor Church
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Gave general oversight and leadership to the assembly
- Focus was overseeing of personnel care department, public speaking, major event organization and education department
- Served as a liaison between upper management and team members, effectively communicating organizational expectations while advocating for associate needs when necessary.
- Established streamlined processes for task delegation, enabling timely completion of responsibilities while reducing workload burdens on individual team members.
- Resolved complex problems by employing critical thinking skills and collaborating with team members for effective solutions.
Associate Team Leader
Glad Tidings Church
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Served as associate leader working alongside the senior leader to give oversight and leadership to the assembly, with special attention to discipleship, public speaking, teaching, counseling, care department, and administration.
- Maintained a proactive approach to risk management, identifying potential pitfalls and taking appropriate action to mitigate impacts on the team''s objectives.
- Facilitated inter-departmental collaboration efforts, contributing to the overall success of cross-functional initiatives within the organization.
- Empowered associates through skill-building workshops that led to increased confidence and proficiency in their roles.
Assistant Team Leader
Park Avenue Church
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Duties were very similar to the above description with special attention given to children’s department, Home cell groups, outreach, preaching, and visitation.
- Managed team workload to reach targets for specific tasks.
- Delegated daily tasks, addressed employee questions and resolved scheduling issues.
- Monitored team productivity and provided regular progress reports to senior management, highlighting areas for improvement.
Youth Team Leader
Calvary Pentecostal Church
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Gave leadership to the youth program and Children’s ministry.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
- Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
- Along with the above-mentioned duties also included, presentations, preaching, teaching on a regular basis, as well as visitation, and discipleship ministry.
Employee
Corner Brook Pulp & Paper
01.1987 - 01.1990
- Worked in the re-forestation department.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
MCS - Theology
MCS
01.1994
High School -
John Thomas High School
01.1988
Skills
- Public speaking/Presentations
- Inventory management
- Customer focus
- Motivational skills
- Team development
- Strategic planning
- Conflict management
- Influencing skills
- Delegation
- Conflict mediation
- Meeting management
- Reports distribution
Extraexperience
Served as executive presbytery for the Central West Presbytery for 14 years and held the position of vice chair of the General executive committee overseeing personnel development and human resource management., President of Ministerial Committee, Springdale area for 15 years. Participated in three different third world development trips: Senegal, Africa; Thailand, Southeast Asia; Philippines., Supported and participated in seven short-term teams focused on overseeing of building schools and infrastructure maintenance.
Spouse
Kimberley Curtis
Marriageyear
1992
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/13/70
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Gary Andrews, St. John’s, NL, Cell, 709 730 1539
- Terry Snow, General Superintendent, PAONL, St. John’s, NL, WK, 709 753 6314
- Peter Goudie, Kings Point, NL, Cell, 709 631 9952
Briefhistory - Description
Lindsey Foster was born in Burlington NL. Has served as a pastor with the Pentecostal Assemblies of NL [PAONL] since 1994.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Senior Team Leader
Springdale Church
01.2006 - Current
Associate Team Leader
Windsor Church
01.2004 - 01.2006
Associate Team Leader
Glad Tidings Church
01.2000 - 01.2004
Assistant Team Leader
Park Avenue Church
01.1996 - 01.2000
Youth Team Leader
Calvary Pentecostal Church
01.1994 - 01.1996
Employee
Corner Brook Pulp & Paper
01.1987 - 01.1990
High School -
John Thomas High School
MCS - Theology
MCS
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