Rev. Dr. Crystal Walker, DMin, CMP Fellow, CHSP, CFMP

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Timeline
About me
Following God’s path , Chaplain
Education
- United Theological Seminary
  2011 - 2014
  Doctorate of Ministry Theology
- Payne Theological Seminary
  2007 - 2011
  Masters of Divinity Theology
  Activities and Societies: Vice President Student Government Association
- University of Louisville
  1995 - 1997
  Bachelors of Science Business Management
  Activities and Societies: Listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities, Listed in National Dean's List Publication, Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Dean's Scholar Louisville
- Jefferson Community College, Kentucky
  1991 - 1995
  Associates of Arts Business Management
  Activities and Societies: Listed Who's Who in American Junior Colleges, Awarded Outstanding Minority College Student, Awarded Several Merit Scholarships
Experience
- Galt House Hotel
  Jan 1989 - Jan 1997
  - Catering Manager
    Jan 1989 - Jan 1997
  - Catering Manager
    Jan 1989 - Jan 1997
- Adam's Mark Indianapolis Airport
  Jul 1997 - Oct 2001
  Director of Sales
  Held the positions of Director of Sales, Associate Director of Sales, Director of Catering and Convention Services, Sales Manager and Convention Services Manager during my tenure
- Marriott East Indianapolis In
  Oct 2001 - Jul 2003
  Director of Sales
- Pheasant Run Resort
  Jul 2003 - Sept 2004
  Sales Manager
  I was in charge of the Religious market in bringing business to the St. Charles, IL area.
- Dayton/Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau
  Sept 2004 - Aug 2007
  Sales Manager
  I am in charge of bringing religious, state association and state government conferences and conventions to the city of Dayton and the county of Montgomery, Ohio.
- Christian Church DOC
  May 2007 - Jun 2020
  Associate Pastor
  I have Ministerial standing in the Christian Church in Ohio
- Kalahari Resorts
  Aug 2007 - Sept 2010
  Sr. Sales Manager
- Dayton Montgomery County CVB
  Sept 2010 - Dec 2012
  Sales Manager
  Working with State Associations and Religious Markets to entice them to hold their conventions and conferences in Dayton, OH.
- Destination Dayton
  Sept 2010 - Aug 2023
  Director of Sales & Services 3/19-Present, Interim DOS 12/18-3/19, Sr Sales Mgr 10/18-12/18, SM 9/10
  I am professional, ethical and caring. I work with an amazing team to bring conferences, conventions and sporting events to Dayton, Ohio. Our city is located on the crossroads of I-70 & I-75. We offer many complimentary services to make your conference shine.
- Greater Dayton Christian Connections
  Feb 2012 - Oct 2022
  Executive Director
  My job is to connect Pastors and Churches with resources in the Dayton area. I also work with putting on special events such as the Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, Peace Bridge and Interfaith Prayer Breakfast.
- OHIOANS TO STOP EXECUTIONS
  Oct 2019 - now
  Board Member
- BTC (Before the Club) Ministries
  Jun 2020 - now
  Co-Pastor
- United Christian Church Disciples of Christ
  Jun 2022 - Jul 2023
  Pastor
- Ascension St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis
  Aug 2023 - now
  Resident Chaplain
Licenses & Certifications
- CFMP (Certified Faith Based Meeting Professional)
  RCMA (Religious Conference Management Association)
  Mar 2020
- CVent Supplier Network
  CVent
  Jun 2020
- Certified Management Professional (CMP)
  Events Industry Council
  Nov 2006
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
  Events Industry Council
  Jan 2000
  View certificate
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)
  Events Industry Council
  Jan 2000
  View certificate
- Certified Hospitality Sales Professional (CHSP)
  AHLEI - American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
  Jan 2011