Lea Oglesby

About Lea Oglesby

I’m a people-driven professional who believes that success starts with genuine connection. Over the years, I’ve built a career around leading teams, growing communities, and creating strategies that turn ideas into impact — across ministry, marketing, and client engagement.With a background that spans congregational care, sales and marketing, event planning, and team leadership, I bring the adaptability and emotional intelligence that remote work demands. I’m known for my ability to communicate with clarity and warmth, manage multiple moving parts with ease, and inspire others to do their best work.I have something powerful — a proven track record of exceeding expectations, building loyalty, and delivering measurable results in every environment I step into.Whether I’m coordinating a large-scale community event, leading a marketing campaign, or mentoring a team from afar, I approach it all with a spirit of excellence, empathy, and determination.I’m seeking remote opportunities where I can combine creativity, leadership, and purpose — helping organizations connect, grow, and thrive.What people are saying:“Lea cuts to the core of the issue and quickly makes sense of it all.”“Lea provides clear-cut direction to help you focus on what is most important at the heart level, using simplicity and clear insights built on a foundation of truth in action.”

Experience

1. Director of Multi-generational Ministries & Marketing

   Blair Road United Methodist

   Jan 2024 — Present · Mint Hill, NC, US

   Volunteer Recruitment: Successfully attracted and managed a dedicated team of volunteers for various church initiatives.Curriculum Planning: Developed and implemented engaging, age-appropriate curricula for family ministries.Weekly Preaching: Delivered impactful weekly sermons, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.Event Planning: Organized and executed numerous church events, enhancing community involvement and fellowship.Budget Management: Efficiently managed budgets to ensure financial stability and resource allocation for ministry activities.Community Outreach: Initiated and led outreach programs to strengthen the church\'s presence and service in the community.

Education

• Minnesota State Moorhead

  English Communication and Media Studies

Skills

• Newsletters
• Social Media Marketing
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Writing
• Strategic Planning
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Communication
• Photoshop
• Public Relations
• Marketing
• Budgets
• Photography
• Program Management
• Research
• Management
• Team Building
• Fundraising
• Social Networking
• Marketing Strategy
• Editing
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Event Management
• Access
• English
• Event Planning
• Nonprofits
• Advertising
• Customer Service
• Training
• Public Speaking
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Social Media
• Leadership
• Microsoft Word