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Gregory F. Welsh
5216 Lake Bluff Dr., McKinney, TX 75071
469-396-3470
gregory.welsh@att.net

Professional Profile
A talented and dedicated Senior Business & Finance professional with extensive experience as a
Servant Leader, delivering exceptional levels of service which exceeds expectations. Confident with
exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills to influence decisions at all levels. A
visionary leader who manages productive and cohesive teams with an inherent ability to motivate
others to perform to the best of their potential. Detail oriented, analytical and organized, being able to
concentrate on numerous complex tasks concurrently, remaining calm and focused under pressure to
achieve objectives.

Key Achievements
Owners representative on a $10.8M new construction of 100,000 sq. ft. Church, completed within
budget and opened early in 2001
Implemented Health Reimbursement Account plan in 2002, saving $75K+ annually in benefit costs
Reduced church operating expenses over 40% since 2008, saving $300K+ annually
Initiated systems change to Google Cloud storage and platform in 2012
Streamlined $8M budget and financial reporting processes to 100% on-time reporting with reduced
staff

Areas of Expertise
Non-Profit Management Sales
Visionary Leadership & Team Building Operations Management
Change Management Public Speaking & Presentations
Employee Benefits Plan Administration Financial Analysis
Budget Setting and Management Contract Negotiation
Strategic Planning Facilities Maintenance
Construction Project Management Information Systems Administration

Professional Experience
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATOR 2008 - Present
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH McKINNEY, TEXAS

Supervising accounting process for $9M donations, and the administration and operations of a 2200+
adult attendance church. Member of the Building and Finance Committee with responsibility for
maintenance of a 200,000 sq. ft. building. Responsible for budget forecasting and reporting, and
maintaining employee insurance and retirement plans.

Delivered Results:

Wrote and secured over $120K in Oncor energy grants since 2010
Restructured church operating staff, saving $550K annually on a $75M budget
Implemented a strategic plan to reorganize staff organization and change accounting procedures
2010 - Managed a $1.4M building remodel, completed on time and within budget
Restructured the fiscal calendar and created budget forecast models based on church income
Implemented kiosks and online giving converting 18% of contributions


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AREA NATIONAL SALES CONSULTANT 2005-2008
SHELBY SYSTEMS, INC. CORDOVA, TENNESSEE

Executive level sales consultant tasked to generate new business through contacting prospects and
existing clients. Meeting clients operational and financial needs by recommending software
services and solutions in person or via the web.

Delivered Results:
Met sales goals by the fourth month of employment
Mastered CRM sales forecasting and tracking software
Utilized web presentation software to increase sales and reduce travel expenses


DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION SERVICES AND CFO 2000-2005
STONEBRIAR COMMUNITY CHURCH FRISCO, TEXAS

First CFO of one of the fastest growing churches in the U.S., responsible for a wide range of duties
including overseeing and managing church facilities and personnel, church budget and financial
issues, IT related planning and maintenance.
Delivered Results:
Operational oversight of facilities repair and maintenance, IT, and outsourcing/vendor management
Achieved over 300% attendance growth on a Sunday from 1,100 in 2000 to 4,500 in 2005
General Fund income grew from $2.2M in 2000 to $7.7M in 2005
Owners representative for four strategic remodel projects, including overflow service, new youth
classroom space, pre-school classrooms and portable classrooms
Authored accounting, financial, security, and human resources policy manuals
Oversaw soccer and ball field design, construction and maintenance
Coordinated a water well construction and irrigation implementation, saving thousands of gallons of
fresh water annually

Further Career History
Business Administrator Kirk of the Hills, Presbyterian, Tulsa, Okla. (1990-2000)
Investment Sales Fourth National Bank, Tulsa, Okla. (1987-1990)
Restaurant General Manager / Managing Partner El Chico Corp., Oklahoma City, Okla. /
Muskogee, Okla. (1983-1987)
Restaurant General Manager Steak and Ale Corp., Oklahoma / Texas / Louisiana (1978-1982)

Education and Qualifications
B.A. - Hotel and Restaurant Administration, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Okla.
Accounting (30 hours completed) Oklahoma State University, Tulsa, Okla. (UCAT)
Certified Church Administrator (C.C.A) (2005)
President Dallas Chapter of N.A.C.B.A (2004)
Franklin Covey Seven Habits Leadership Facilitation Workshop (1997)