Alfredo Del Cid
Employee Engagement And Learning Architect
Summary
Results-driven leader with 15+ years of experience designing and implementing strategic L&D and communication initiatives across EMEA, APAC, and AMER. Proven success in creating scalable leadership programs, driving culture and organizational change, and enhancing engagement through inclusive, data-driven strategies. Recognized thought leader in leadership development and workplace inclusion; featured by NPR, The New Yorker, Yahoo Global, NASA, and the EmERGe National ERG Conference. Skilled instructional designer with a strong track record in e-learning, cross-cultural curriculum development, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Learning Architect, Communications Support
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered strategic guidance and actionable solutions in Learning and Development (L&D). This included assessing organizational training needs, designing customized learning programs, and providing implementation support to achieve measurable results.
- Additionally, designed communication roadmaps as part of an employee feedback analysis.
- HPE Individual Impact Program (LATAM and India) Curriculum Audit and Design
- Co-designed and facilitates professional upskilling sessions on topics such as Psychological Safety Executive Communication and Employee Engagement
- Draft speaking points for DEI Update
- Build Internal Focus Group Framework to deepen Employee sentiment across the organization.
Senior Manager for DEIB
GoPro
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Grew employee engagement by 17% utilizing employee assessments, strategic initiatives, and educational opportunities to enhance team cohesion.
- Designed internal and external communications plans, including Rapid Response plans for senior leaders to address potential challenges due to global incidents.
- Increased employee engagement by 20% through targeted 'Resource Kits' for each department.
- Redesigned and launched an enhanced Equitable Promotion process increasing employee/manager trust by 15%.
- Led Employee Culture Survey for and data analysis to secure Senior Leadership support for new initiatives (e.g., Environmental Sustainability Report).
- Contributed to GoPro's recognition as 'best place to work' for 3 consecutive years (Outside Magazine) through the development of the company's Environmental Sustainability and Governance Report.
- Advised Sr. Executive leadership with tactical recommendations to address and resolve DE&I issues for all levels of employees within the company.
Head of Learning & Development
Collective DEI Consultants
05.2020 - 02.2023
- Spearheaded the rollout of a comprehensive employee engagement program across 13 countries, aligning with DEI global regulatory frameworks outlined by the organizations such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
- Led change management program for Executive Leaders with a 20% improvement in employee relations.
- Created and delivered over 40 trainings for various audiences on topics such as Psychological Safety, Navigating a Multigenerational Workplace and Communication Across Difference.
- Created OKR Inclusion dashboard for partner organizations, tracking KPIs across 7 dimensions and 3 pillars of inclusion, leading to a 13% increase in employee sense of belonging.
- Worked with clients such as Taco Bell, Jet Blue, and OUAI designing internal DEI strategies/metrics increasing sense of belonging in organizations resulting in ~17% increase in retention historically underrepresented team members.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs using key performance indicators and adjusted content as needed.
Asst. Director for Center for Leadership Equity and Excellence
Mills College
03.2014 - 11.2019
- Developed and executed comprehensive DEI initiatives including a detailed roadmap guiding the Senior Leadership Team and other managers in effectively addressing, following up on, and reporting bias incidents.
- Employees reported a 40% increase in comfort reporting incidents of bias and discrimination.
- Founded the first LGBT Pride Festival and LGBT Lounge resulting in a 50% increase in the Campus Pride Index as designated by the Human Rights Campaign.
- Designed Anti-Bias and Inclusion trainings including post-assessment tools and post-training resources.
Asst Director LGBTQIA Resource Center
University of California Davis
07.2011 - 03.2014
- Collaborated with UCD Medical Center to update forms with inclusive language, leading to a 'Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality' designation by HRC's Healthcare Equality Index.
- Designed and facilitated the Employee Racial Equity Forum, boosting employee sense of belonging by 19%.
- Managed and executed L&D initiatives focused on improving diverse representation, retention, and employee engagement, aligning these efforts with organizational goals.
Coordinator Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity
University of California Santa Barbara
08.2009 - 07.2011
- Developed and delivered LGBTQ allyship training to student leaders, athletes, and UC police department staff, resulting in a 40% expansion of services and resources for the LGBTQ community.
- Led the design and implementation of the LGBT Climate Survey, securing over $70K in funding for new resources and programs, and enhancing campus inclusivity.
Education
Master of Learning Design and Technology -
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Sociology - Minor in LGBTQ Studies
University of California Santa Barbara
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership Coaching & Talent Development
- Program Evaluation, Qualitative and Quantitative Research & Performance Analysis
- Project & Budget Management
- Communications & Public Speaking
- Adaptive Learning, Multimedia Integration and Professional Development
- Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness
- Experienced in LMS, HRIS, or people analytics platforms like Workday, Lattice, Culture Amp
Timeline
Learning Architect, Communications Support
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2025 - Current
Senior Manager for DEIB
GoPro
03.2023 - 06.2024
Head of Learning & Development
Collective DEI Consultants
05.2020 - 02.2023
Asst. Director for Center for Leadership Equity and Excellence
Mills College
03.2014 - 11.2019
Asst Director LGBTQIA Resource Center
University of California Davis
07.2011 - 03.2014
Coordinator Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity
University of California Santa Barbara
08.2009 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Sociology - Minor in LGBTQ Studies
University of California Santa Barbara
Master of Learning Design and Technology -
University of Southern California
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