Manatee County FCA

Leadership Board

Leading every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.

IS GOD CALLING YOU TO JOIN THE BOARD?

FCA is led by individuals like you who give their time and talents to advance the Kingdom by serving on a leadership board. Board members expand FCA’s ministry with their experience, support and passion.

STRONG FOUNDATION

Be part of a well-established, thriving Christian sports ministry to coaches and athletes with a long and highly regarded history.


INTEGRATE

Integrate your passion for God and sports.


SIGNIFICANCE

Pursue a role of significance, challenge and personal fulfillment.


HIS CALL

Live out God’s calling and make an eternal difference.

BOARD MEMBER PROFILE:

  • Lives with Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence
  • Walks an authentic Christian lifestyle
  • Desires to impact coaches and athletes lives for Christ
  • Personal belief in and commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
  • Intentional prayer support for the ministry.
  • Commitment to further FCA’s Vision and Mission.
  • Agree and embrace FCA’s Statement of Faith and position statements.

Current Board Members

Tom Girdlestone

Chris Sullivan

Weylu Chang

Andy & Mandy Hosier

Nathan Rinsema

Brooke Corbett

Board Positions

Board Member

Specializing in Finance

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Board Members are influential leaders who serve as the strategic backbone of FCA's mission, providing guidance and oversight with a passionate commitment to engaging, equipping, and empowering coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Role Overview

    This position specifically seeks candidates with a specialization in finance. Board Members will leverage their financial expertise to ensure the organization's fiscal health and sustainability. They will play a vital role in budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation, helping to secure the necessary funding to support FCA's mission.


    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, Board Members play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan, ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive. They provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's reach and impact.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As spiritual leaders, Board Members exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, they embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all their interactions and decision-making processes.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. They ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures are properly implemented and followed. Additionally, they will oversee financial audits, ensure compliance with regulations, and support fundraising efforts that align with FCA’s mission.


    Join the Board of Directors and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and financial stewardship!

Board Member

Specializing in Event Planning

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Event Planning to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our event strategies to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Event Planning Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Event Planning, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's event portfolio, including camps, conferences, and fundraisers
    • Guide the development of innovative event concepts that align with FCA's mission and values
    • Advise on best practices for event management, logistics, and participant engagement
    • Help evaluate the impact and effectiveness of FCA's events in furthering our ministry goals

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your event planning expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive through impactful experiences. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's reach and impact through well-executed events.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to event planning and execution.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to events, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing event budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting fundraising efforts through strategic event planning.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and exceptional event planning expertise!

Board Member

Specializing in Marketing

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Marketing to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our marketing strategies to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Marketing Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Marketing, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's marketing and communications initiatives
    • Guide the development of innovative marketing campaigns that align with FCA's mission and values
    • Advise on best practices for brand management, digital marketing, and audience engagement
    • Help evaluate the effectiveness of FCA's marketing efforts in furthering our ministry goals and expanding our reach

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your marketing expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive through effective communication and outreach strategies. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's visibility and impact through well-executed marketing initiatives.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to marketing and communication strategies.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to marketing and public relations, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing marketing budgets, ensuring brand consistency, and supporting fundraising efforts through strategic marketing planning.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and exceptional marketing expertise!

Board Member

Specializing in Public Relations

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Public Relations to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our public relations strategies to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Public Relations Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Public Relations, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's public relations initiatives and reputation management
    • Guide the development of proactive PR strategies that align with FCA's mission and values
    • Advise on best practices for media relations, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement
    • Help evaluate and enhance FCA's public image and its impact on furthering our ministry goals

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your PR expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive through effective communication and relationship-building strategies. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's influence and positive public perception.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to public relations and external communications.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to public relations and external communications, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing PR strategies, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms, and supporting fundraising efforts through strategic relationship-building and public engagement.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and exceptional public relations expertise!

Board Member

Specializing in Grant Writing

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Grant Writing to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our grant acquisition strategies to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Grant Writing Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Grant Writing, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's grant seeking and proposal development processes
    • Guide the identification of suitable grant opportunities that align with FCA's mission and values
    • Advise on best practices for crafting compelling grant applications and managing funder relationships
    • Help evaluate and enhance FCA's grant writing efforts to secure sustainable funding for our ministry goals

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your grant writing expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive through effective resource acquisition strategies. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's reach and impact through well-crafted grant proposals.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to grant writing and funder relationships.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to grant applications and management, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing grant-related budgets, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and supporting overall fundraising efforts through strategic grant acquisition planning.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and exceptional grant writing expertise!

Board Member

Specializing in Fall Sports

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Fall Sports to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our ministry's impact in fall sports environments to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Fall Sports Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Fall Sports, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's initiatives related to fall sports such as football, soccer, cross country, and volleyball
    • Guide the development of targeted programs and resources that address the unique needs and challenges of fall sport athletes and coaches
    • Advise on best practices for engaging with fall sports teams, leagues, and associations
    • Help evaluate and enhance FCA's effectiveness in ministering to the fall sports community

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your fall sports expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive in this specific athletic season. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus fall sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's reach and impact during this crucial time of the year.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to the fall sports community.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to fall sports programs and initiatives, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing fall sports-related budgets, ensuring compliance with relevant athletic regulations, and supporting fundraising efforts through strategic planning tailored to the fall sports season.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers in fall sports through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and your specialized expertise in this athletic season!

Board Member

Specializing in Winter Sports

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Winter Sports to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our ministry's impact in winter sports environments to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Winter Sports Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Winter Sports, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's initiatives related to winter sports such as basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, and skiing
    • Guide the development of targeted programs and resources that address the unique needs and challenges of winter sport athletes and coaches
    • Advise on best practices for engaging with winter sports teams, leagues, and associations
    • Help evaluate and enhance FCA's effectiveness in ministering to the winter sports community

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your winter sports expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive during this specific athletic season. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus winter sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's reach and impact during this pivotal time of year.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to the winter sports community.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to winter sports programs and initiatives, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing winter sports-related budgets, ensuring compliance with relevant athletic regulations, and supporting fundraising efforts through strategic planning tailored to the winter sports season.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers in winter sports through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and your specialized expertise in this athletic season!

Board Member

Specializing in Spring Sports

  • Role Description

    Get ready to join the dynamic world of FCA's Board Members!


    Role Overview

    We are seeking a Board Member with specialized expertise in Spring Sports to join our team of influential leaders. This role will be instrumental in shaping FCA's mission through strategic guidance and oversight, with a particular focus on enhancing our ministry's impact in spring sports environments to engage, equip, and empower coaches, athletes, and volunteers.


    Spring Sports Expertise

    As a Board Member specializing in Spring Sports, you will:

    • Provide strategic insight into FCA's initiatives related to spring sports such as baseball, softball, track and field, and lacrosse
    • Guide the development of targeted programs and resources that address the unique needs and challenges of spring sport athletes and coaches
    • Advise on best practices for engaging with spring sports teams, leagues, and associations
    • Help evaluate and enhance FCA's effectiveness in ministering to the spring sports community

    Strategic Collaboration

    Collaborating with the Area Director and other board members, you'll play a crucial role in developing and approving the organization's Ministry Game Plan. Your spring sports expertise will be vital in ensuring FCA's ministry continues to grow and thrive during this specific athletic season. You'll provide strategic direction for both on-campus and off-campus spring sports environments, constantly seeking opportunities to expand the ministry's reach and impact during this pivotal time of year.


    Spiritual Leadership

    As a spiritual leader, you will exemplify FCA's core values. With an unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word, you'll embody the principles of Integrity, Serving, Teamwork, and Excellence in all your interactions and decision-making processes, especially as they relate to the spring sports community.


    Governance Responsibilities

    Board Members take their fiduciary and governance responsibilities seriously. You'll ensure that FCA's ministry adheres to biblical standards and that all policies and procedures, particularly those related to spring sports programs and initiatives, are properly implemented and followed. Your role will include overseeing spring sports-related budgets, ensuring compliance with relevant athletic regulations, and supporting fundraising efforts through strategic planning tailored to the spring sports season.


    Join the Leadership Board and be prepared to make a significant impact on the lives of coaches, athletes, and volunteers in spring sports through high-level leadership, strategic guidance, and your specialized expertise in this athletic season!

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