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Alan Taylor

Baton Rouge,LA

Summary

Dynamic talent development professional with a proven track record at Chick-fil-A, excelling in employee training and project management. Adept at fostering team building and enhancing performance through innovative training programs. Recognized for leveraging data analysis and emotional intelligence to drive operational excellence and cultivate a culture of care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field Talent Staff

Chick-fil-A
Atlanta, GA
01.2021 - Current
  • I currently work for Chick-fil-A as a Field Talent Staff Trainer, where I support new restaurant Operators in successfully opening their locations. This role involves intensive coaching and mentoring to develop strong teams and operational excellence. It requires a high level of business acumen and emotional intelligence to navigate diverse team dynamics, drive performance, and create a culture of care and professionalism from day one.

Director of Talent Development

Chick-fil-A
Baton Rouge, LA
06.2018 - Current
  • Developed clear vision for training initiatives across organization.

Implemented effective training programs to enhance team performance.

  • Conducted regular meetings with trainers and directors to align on objectives.
  • Engaged with team during work hours to provide ongoing support.
  • Adapted training methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Utilized organizational skills to monitor individual development progress.
  • Certified trainers to maintain high quality standards in delivery.
  • Managed tracking systems, ensuring accountability for training outcomes.

Youth Leader Volunteer

Baton Rouge Safe Hopeful Healthy
Baton Rouge, LA
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • I served as a youth volunteer for the Mayor’s Safe, Hopeful, Healthy Initiative, where I supported various community meetings through data collection and detailed note-taking. My role involved collaborating with fellow youth leaders to bring fresh perspectives to community challenges and contribute innovative, efficient solutions. This experience allowed me to engage meaningfully with local issues while developing skills in teamwork, communication, and civic engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
03-2025

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Employee training
  • Project management
  • Performance evaluation
  • Customer service
  • Team building

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the Training Director of the year for local CFA market restaurants

Affiliations

  • Participates in church as a Greeter and Usher
  • Youth leader for the Mayors Safe Hopeful Healthy Initiative

Certification

  • ServSafe certified
  • SHRM Certification

Timeline

Youth Leader Volunteer

Baton Rouge Safe Hopeful Healthy
10.2023 - 03.2024

Field Talent Staff

Chick-fil-A
01.2021 - Current

Director of Talent Development

Chick-fil-A
06.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Colorado Technical University