
Conor Hughes
Experience Designer • Team Builder • Community Connector
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About
Creative leader with 13 years of experience directing teams, designing programs, and executing complex operations in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. Proven ability to lead across departments, develop emerging leaders, manage budgets, and deliver excellent results consistently. Brings a rare combination of strategic vision and hands-on execution, along with deep experience navigating organizational change.
Experience
Executive Worship Pastor at Peoples Church (2023-01 – 2026-01)
- Provided creative and production leadership for all weekend and midweek services.
- Served on the Executive Lead Team, contributing to high-level organizational strategy and decision-making.
- Directed staff and volunteer teams across worship and production departments.
Creative Arts Director at Calvary Church (2022-01 – 2023-01)
- Directed the planning, scheduling, and execution of weekly services for a congregation of 2,000+ attendees.
- Managed a team of production staff and volunteers to deliver consistently high-quality programming.
- Oversaw production budget and large-scale installations.
Leadership College Director at Calvary Church (2017-01 – 2022-01)
- Directed an accredited college leadership program, overseeing curriculum, scheduling, and logistics.
- Mentored students through hands-on ministry experience including local and international mission work.
- Led the program through significant institutional disruption within the organization while maintaining program continuity and student investment throughout.
Worship & Youth Coordinator at Alleluia Lutheran Church (2013-01 – 2017-01)
- Planned and led weekly worship services; recruited, trained, and developed volunteer worship teams.
- Assisted in programming, teaching, and relational discipleship for middle and high school students.
Education
B.A. in English & Worship Leadership – Hope College (2013-01)