Aaron Brown
It is my vision to partner with an organization or movement in developing a positive team culture, inspiring environments, and dynamic systems that provide the people they serve with life-giving social, spiritual, recreational, and educational experiences.
Experience
Misssions Pastor, Church Planter, Lead Pastor
Ridge Point Community Church, Holland MI. 2012 – 2025
- Four years focused on leading a local and global missions department that served ten partner organizations, managed $400k/yr, and mobilized our 2500 church members for missional living.
- Nine years focused on planting a Third Coast Church in the community of Saugatuck, MI, that has grown to 200 and acquired a permanent facility that houses the church ministry and three side businesses.
- On the Leadership Team for the Fearless Family of Churches.
Program Director, Facility Staff, Other
Beechpoint Christian Camp, Allegan, MI. 2000 – 2012
- Served in many roles for this organization for over 12 years, ending as Program Director.
- Developed and implemented recreational programming with a multi-ethnic staff team.
- Hired, trained, and managed seasonal staff (40+), resulting in effective ministry to children from under-resourced urban & rural communities.
- Currently serve on Beechpoint’s Board of Directors
Other Employment
Part-time, seasonal, and gig work. 1998 – 2010
I’ve had a variety of seasonal and part-time jobs leading up to my career level employment that have shaped my character and work ethic.
- Conference Speaker: Provided chapel speaking for youth retreats.
- Spies In Disguise: Undercover performance reviews for restaurant owners.
- Substitute Teacher: Elementary/middle/high school class management.
- Honey Tree Nursery: Holiday garland creation and installation.
- Cornerstone University: Facility cleaning and snow removal.
- Crosswinds Church: Youth Program Director.
- Outback Steakhouse: Line Cook and general kitchen help.
- Bad Guys Pizza: Delivery driver and prep cook.
- Porter Hills Vineyard: Seasonal manual labor on family farm.
Education
B.S. in Biblical Studies & Youth Ministry
Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids MI. 2008
Other education includes a minor emphasis in philosophy and a certification in corporate group coaching.
Skills
- Lead teacher and visionary for local church.
- Staff team hiring, training and management.
- Strategic planning resulting in program growth.
- Public / media relations during a season of high media attention.
- Operational oversight for properties and assets.
- Capital Campaign Execution Team Member ($15m).
- Fundraising personal missionary support.
- Management of annual program budget ($550k).
- Volunteer program development & leadership.
- Social media marketing and website management.
Activities
- Served on a Stadia Church Planter Assessment Team (2021).
- Served on non-profit Board of Directors for 70×7 Life Recovery (2012-2014), Imago Dance Academy (2022-2025), and Camp Beechpoint (2019-present).
- Volunteer for various community events and non-profit causes.
We are an interracial family that has grown through adoption. We enjoy camping, hiking, outdoor recreation, movies, and board games. We are active in our community and passionate about making the world a clearer reflection of God’s original intention for creation. We are excited to discover God’s calling for our next season.
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