Type Of Business:
Nonprofit organization
Expertise:
Ministry; Building projects; Community outreach and acquisition housing for the communities
Major Product/SVS:
Staffing; Housing; Personal care services; Community integration; Job training
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Indiana Bible College; Honorary Doctorate of Divinity, Aenon Bible College; Honorary Doctorate of Theology, Grace Bible College and St. Thomas Christian College; Coursework in Business Marketing, Michigan State University; Coursework in Finance at Oxford University, England
Affiliations Awards:
Lifetime Member, American Psychotherapy Association; American Board for Certification in Homeland Security; Michigan Attorney Discipline Board (2001-2007)
Industry:
Non- Profit/Ministry
Children's Names:
Ira III, Sarah
Date of Distinction:
11/4/2011
Work History:
Founder, Pastor of The Greater Bible Way Temple, Jackson, MI; Founder, Executive Director, Christ Centered Homes, Inc.
Career Achievements:
Board Member, American One Credit Union Board of Directors; Board Member, Presbyterian Villages Springbrook Meadows Board of Directors; Aenon Bible Institute Board of Directors, Director of Finance & Appropriations; Represented Working Families for Wal-mart and featured on CNBC's "On the Money" segments with former business day anchor, Dylan Ratigan; published author (1999), "The Era of Apostolic Excellence."
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlights of her career were his appointment by President George W. Bush to direct faith-based initiatives for the state of Michigan and to host the President's Conference at The Greater Bible Way Temple of Jackson, Mich., and being elected to the Office of Bishop and overseeing the 47th Episcopal diocese in the country of Kenya.
Charity:
Special Olympics; Board Member, Golden Eagle, Boy Scouts of America (2003-2005); Michigan Child Abuse and Neglect Board (2000-2004)
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
22
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his faith, hard work and having political instincts.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he saw a need for providers of community based programs in the area, and was recommended to community health director Tim Watkins by the late Senator David Holmes and state representative Joe Young, Sr., both southeast Michigan.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing administrative duties; Developing and implementing strategic plans, values and missions; Performing community outreach operations; Reviewing quality assurance; Credentialing
Education Certifications:
Certified Master Chaplain III, American Psychotherapy Association; Certification in Homeland Security, Level III, American Board for Certification in Homeland Security
Awards/Honors:
American Registry of Outstanding Professionals (2006-2007); Trail Blazer, Urban Community Renewal Representative, National Convention (2000); Who's Who of Professionals in America (1994); Who's Who in Religion, Marquis (1992-1993); Who's Who in the Midwest, Marquis (1992-1993)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Combs intends to build and expand the business to multihousing units.