Our People

William (Bill) Leathem, National Director
Bill Leathem has helped churches raise tens of millions of dollars for a wide range of projects, bringing his unique blend of pastoral experience and consulting background to each project and congregation.

Promoted in 2004 to head of capital stewardship services, Leathem is also a national leader in church and non-profit fund-raising, helping churches and faith-based organizations achieve growth through Biblical leadership and stewardship.   Possessing an extensive background in administration and a clear understanding of ministry, Leathem joined Strongtower in 2001 as a capital stewardship consultant and rose to national director in 2004. 

Prior to joining Strongtower, Leathem served as a pastor for 21 years in California-based evangelical Baptist churches.  He also served as a chairman on the executive board of the California Southern Baptist Convention and has ministered with the Baptist World Alliance since 1994. 

Leathem holds degrees from California Baptist University and Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, and serves as an Elder at Clovis Hills Community Church, Clovis, Calif. 

Gary Williams, Consultant
Gary Williams joined Strongtower in 2004 as a capital stewardship consultant, bringing 11 years of associate pastoral experience and unique abilities in business communications and administration.  His clients benefit from his strong ministry and business background.   

Prior to serving as an associate pastor, Williams spent 14 years as a lay youth pastor, while also working in the corporate world as a sales manager and administrator.

Williams holds degrees from Ohlone College and the Southern Baptist Convention Seminary Extension program.  He served on the executive board of the Sacramento Association of Churches and is a certified church business administrator of the National Association of Church Business Administrators.  

Alex Dunn, Consultant
Alex Dunn joined Strongtower Stewardship in 2005, bringing with him a strong background in construction and church ministry. 

As vice president of Homes Unique, Inc., a residential design/build firm, Dunn has a clear understanding of project management and construction. Having served on various committees and as a deacon in local churches, he also has extensive experience within various ministries, including teaching and preaching as a lay leader for the past 11 years.

After earning his degree from Pitt Community College, Dunn spent nearly a decade specializing in Computer Aided Design (CAD) for Design Tech, Inc., handling client relations as well as managing the company’s CAD team.  

Ken Batts, Consultant
Ken Batts joined Strongtower Stewardship in 2006 as a contract employee from Strongtower Financial, where he has continued to serve since 2003.   His extensive understanding of the lending and origination process has made him a valued asset to both organizations, and brings an informed perspective to churches seeking funds for growth. 

Prior to joining Strongtower, Batts worked with church bond broker Rives Leavell & Co. as a loan and bond originator for five years.  Previously, he ministered with the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina in the Stewardship Division for 15 years.  Prior to this, Batts was a pastor for eight years in North Carolina and South Carolina.  Batts has held many lay leadership positions at his local church, and is currently the leader of the Building and Land Team for Charlotte North Fellowship, Cornelius, N.C.  His experience in both ministry and the financial industry allows him to advise clients with a comprehensive understanding of the financial process and essential role of Biblical stewardship. 

Batts holds a degree from Gardner Webb University, as well as degrees from both Southwestern and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminaries.  He currently serves on the board of the North Carolina Baptist Employees Credit Union and the Christian Ministry of Lincoln County, Lincolnton, N.C.