Jamison Horton
Omaha
Summary
Strategic non profit executive with 15+ years of experience leading organizations through growth, fundraising, and transformation. Proven track record of giving campaigns while designing scalable systems, guiding cross-functional teams, and forging high-impact partnerships.
Recognized for balancing vision with execution, strengthening operations, leading transition teams, and aligning people and resources to deliver measurable community outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive Director
One Hope Church
02.2019 - Current
- Delivered weekly keynote presentations and organizational messaging to audiences of 500–600 attendees, translating complex concepts into clear, engaging, and actionable communication.
- Directed organizational vision, strategic initiatives, and long-term growth planning in collaboration with executive leadership and governing boards.
- Led cross-functional teams including department leaders, operations personnel, administrative staff, and volunteer leadership teams to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
- Oversaw organizational operations, ministry programming, budgeting, staff development, and community engagement initiatives.
- Facilitated strategic planning discussions and leadership meetings focused on operational alignment, goal execution, team development, and organizational effectiveness.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, and developed volunteer and staff leaders to strengthen organizational capacity and leadership continuity.
- Managed internal communications and organizational messaging to maintain clarity, engagement, and alignment across teams and stakeholders.
- Built strategic relationships within the local community to expand outreach initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and increase organizational visibility and impact.
- Provided guidance, coaching, and conflict resolution support to individuals and teams during periods of transition, crisis, or organizational change.
- Coordinated and officiated high-profile organizational and community events requiring detailed planning, communication, and stakeholder management.
- Maintained oversight of organizational health, team culture, and engagement initiatives to foster unity, collaboration, and mission alignment.
- Worked collaboratively with finance and governance teams to ensure responsible budget management and operational stewardship.
- Monitored organizational performance, identified opportunities for improvement, and implemented systems and process enhancements to improve operational effectiveness.
Trainer and Coach
Church Fuel
01.2023 - 07.2025
- Coached and equipped over 200 leaders from around the world to build systems for non-profit financial health and healthy staff cultures
- Evaluated organizational structures and provided recommendations to streamline processes, increasing overall efficiency
- Partnered with senior leadership to define core competencies critical for success in the management of both their day-to-day and long term needs.
- Provided actionable steps and followed-up on measurables
Executive Leadership Team Member
Abide
03.2014 - 08.2018
- Planned and executed weekly successful fundraising initiatives in North Omaha supporting organizational missions and community impact efforts at both local and international levels.
- Led and coordinated community outreach and development programs designed to strengthen engagement and organizational presence.
- Analyzed performance metrics and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities and support organizational growth initiatives.
- Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and organizational leaders to expand outreach and collaborative opportunities.
- Directed and coordinated volunteer and leadership teams from both local and regional communities to support organizational programs and campus initiatives.
- Fostered long-term community relationships through consistent engagement, collaboration, and leadership support.
- Developed and mentored emerging leaders by providing coaching, training, and leadership development opportunities within the organization and broader community.
Education
Biblical Studies
Pillar Seminary
Omaha, NE08.2026
Non Profit Certificate
Duke University
Durham, NC04.2017
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Development
- Team Leadership & Staff Management
- Public Corporate Communication
- Operations Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement
- Conflict Resolution Coaching
- Change Management Process
- Crisis Management
- $650,000Financial acumen
Personality Assessments
StrengthsFinder
- Belief, Responsibility, Futuristic, Maximizer, Adaptor
Enneagram 8
- Assertive, Decisive, and Protective, frequently taking charge and leading others.
Working Genius
- Discernment - Naturally gifted at and derive energy and joy from using my intuition and instincts to evaluate and assess ideas or plans.
- Galvanizer - Naturally gifted at and derive energy and joy from rallying people and inspiring them to take action around ideas, projects, or tasks.
Accomplishments
- Revamped the training for internal stakeholders and launched new programs that led to an 30% increase in overall job performance over the course of 3 years.
- Honored with Community Award for exceptional contributions to the community.
- Guided new employees and delivered comprehensive feedback on milestones, leading to a 100% rise in overall job satisfaction within 9 months.
Timeline
Trainer and Coach
Church Fuel
01.2023 - 07.2025
Senior Executive Director
One Hope Church
02.2019 - Current
Executive Leadership Team Member
Abide
03.2014 - 08.2018
Non Profit Certificate
Duke University
Biblical Studies
Pillar Seminary