Our People

It is important to us that as consultants we bring to the table valuable experience that will maximize the benefits that a church can receive while going through a capital stewardship campaign. Our consultant's ministry backgrounds and focus mean that their heart is for a church to not only raise money but through this process achieve a greater sense of spiritual unity and purpose within the congregation.

Gary Williams, Director

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.  

In 2008, he became Strongtower Stewardship's director responsible for the overall direction of this department.

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. His clients benefit from this strong ministry and business background.   

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.

Phil Herrington,  Consultant

Phil joined the Strongtower Stewardship team in 2008.

Herrington holds degrees from Houston Baptist University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served as Senior Pastor in a church in Southern California since 1993.

Under his leadership the church has grown out of their rented space and recently made the move to their own premises (a converted shopping center). Strongtower Stewardship assisted in two capital gift campaigns in this church so Phil has the unique perspective of having been both the consultant and the client.