W. Joseph Hyde
Cartersville,GA
Summary
Over my career in the Labor Movement and Ministry I feel that I have been a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
My first plane ride was to Black Lake Michigan to a UAW Summer school as a 4 year old with my family. My father was the President of UAW Local 10 and then went on to work for the International UAW as a servicing representative. I have always driven UAW made vehicles and believe in solidarity among all unions!
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainer/Educator/Organizer
Georgia AFL-CIO
03.2023 - Current
- I adapt and deliver targeted training programs to local unions, focusing on workplace issue based conversations
- In addition, this local union training program should be integrated with and coordinated with the larger issue and political, organizing and legislative campaigns of State Federations, central labor bodies, national unions and community partners in collaboration with the National AFL-CIO training programs
- I participate in a national training cohort and provide feedback, best practices and peer support
- I act as a project coordinator for all sizes and scope of campaign training in your state/local area, including tracking progress for program completion
- I deliver train-the-trainer programs to local unions to maximize capacity for training delivery, including providing mentorship, support and accountability to newly developed trainers
- Service the demand that the local organizing specialist creates
- I oversee logistics and all preparations for the training
- This includes working with the local union staff to secure and staff a training location, AV needs, printing, and training preparation for facilitators and trainers
- I am responsible for providing regular updates on progress of the training programs, including detailed analytics and weekly and potentially daily numeric reports.
- Enhanced trainee engagement through interactive workshops and hands-on activities.
- Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills, informing future program development.
- Prepared and presented supplementary learning material to support structured lessons.
Regional Field Organizer
Democratic Party of Georgia
06.2022 - 12.2022
- I was a field organizer for Northwest Georgia
- I was responsible for organizing 8 counties volunteer outreach to voters for the 2022 midterm and runoff campaigns for Democrats up and down the ballot
- I recruited, trained and equipped over 100 Democratic volunteers to canvas, phone bank, table events, engage their county parties to action, and participate in actions that created visibility for our Candidates
- I helped to engage and grow relationships in local county parties in my turf
- I consistently over performed and surpassed goals set for my turf in the most Republican section of Georgia
- The work cut into margins and helped propel Senator Warnock to victory in the runoff on December the 6th
- I was elected to serve as one of our Teamster Union Stewards and help negotiate better working conditions for those who served across the campaign! (I am a member of Local 728!)
- Improved event attendance rates by implementing effective outreach strategies targeting relevant audiences.
- Spearheaded volunteer recruitment efforts, leading to a well-staffed team of dedicated individuals for each event.
- Leveraged social media tools effectively to create buzz around events, driving increased registrations and engagement.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
Field Manager
Grassroots Voter Outreach
09.2020 - 06.2022
- I manage political canvassing at Grassroots
- I train canvassers to connect with voters
- We work on a wide range of progressive issues across the nation
- We work with the SEIU to organize workers in multiple states
- We work political campaigns on the local, state, and federal levels
- I work to improve documentation and reporting data from the campaigns we conduct.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and resource allocation strategies.
- Streamlined field operations for increased efficiency through regular process evaluations and adjustments.
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel.
Pastor
Apostles Lutheran Church
07.2010 - 06.2020
- I oversaw the operations of this local church in Sandy Springs Georgia
- I taught Christian education classes
- I preach two times weekly
- I managed the support staff of the church
- I trained and recruited lay people to serve in the congregation
- I work in community organizing and establishing outreach to those in need in the greater Sandy Springs area.
- Supported community development through organizing and leading outreach programs.
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
- Championed diversity within the church body by promoting inclusivity across all aspects of ministry life.
Organizer
AFSCME
09.2007 - 06.2010
- As a union organizer, I aided in orienting new members
- I built relationships with nonunion workers to build membership in local unions in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Georgia.
- I worked visiting job sites, and servicing union members to help them with their concerns and questions about union membership.
- Adapted swiftly to unforeseen circumstances during events, implementing contingency plans that minimized disruptions to attendees'' experience.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Participated in team meetings and staff training sessions.
Education
B.S. POLITICAL SCIENCE -
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
07.2007
COLLEGE PREP -
CASS HIGH SCHOOL
06.1995
Skills
- Proficient with Microsoft programs
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Well versed in vote builder and minivan
- Years of leadership experience
- Effective teacher
- Strong self-starter
- Course Development
- Materials Preparation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Planning and coordination
- Group and individual instruction
- Materials Organization
Activities
I am actively involved in my community's local progressive causes. I grew up in a union household with parents that taught me to fight for those without a voice. I try to live by the Hebrew verse found in Micah 6:8. “Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly!”. I enjoy following politics and current events. I enjoy sports of all sorts and I love a good series on any streaming platform.
References
- Katherine Brennen, Director of Organizing Coordinated Campaign, 201.637.6514
- Sammie Arnold, Regional Organizing Director, 816-984-9764
- Felix Jarquin, Grassroots Voter Outreach, 786-543-7125
- James Byrd, Super Volunteer Reference, 404-996-8077
- Mary Mulholland, Personal Reference, 631-942-3459
- Bill Hobbs, Apostles Lutheran Church, 770-314-7031
- Michael Duncan, Apostles Lutheran Church, 404-632-4987
- Dr. Blake Dempsey, Personal Reference, 252-567-3456
- Chris Daniel, Georgia Strategic Organizing Lead AFL-CIO, 404-326-2988
- Kenny Bradford, Georgia UAW Cap Council, 770-845-6745
- Sharon Glenn, President UAW Local 10, 404-942-7740
Timeline
Trainer/Educator/Organizer
Georgia AFL-CIO
03.2023 - Current
Regional Field Organizer
Democratic Party of Georgia
06.2022 - 12.2022
Field Manager
Grassroots Voter Outreach
09.2020 - 06.2022
Pastor
Apostles Lutheran Church
07.2010 - 06.2020
Organizer
AFSCME
09.2007 - 06.2010
B.S. POLITICAL SCIENCE -
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE PREP -
CASS HIGH SCHOOL
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