Angie Stewart

Strategic Planning & Innovation:

• Led strategic initiatives integrating evidence-based learning design and leadership development, impacting over 28,000 colleagues in three states across the region.
• Co-designed a national leadership roadmap that integrated leadership principles + organizational values, established actionable scorecard metrics, and guided regional and national teams in implementing strategic initiatives.
• Led system-wide strategic planning and integrated leadership frameworks with overarching organizational strategies.
• Developed strategic plans and conducted thorough regional analysis, achieving measurable outcomes and business success.
• Designed and executed leadership programs blending formal training with experiential learning, creating comprehensive growth pathways.
• Identified and addressed barriers to leadership development and advancement, delivering sustainable, innovative solutions across various organizational contexts.
• Shaped and implemented a systems-level framework to integrate inclusive leadership development into operational processes, ensuring sustainability and measurable outcomes.
• Reorganized leadership councils into more inclusive and effective structures, ensuring values-based, data drive approach enhancing decision-making capabilities.
• Designed a consulting and coaching framework grounded in hybrid best practices, advancing organizational culture and leadership effectiveness.
• Led digital transformation initiatives that enhanced experience and operational agility, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Team & Organizational Leadership:

• Modeled and demonstrated core organizational values in leadership, decision-making, and strategic actions, fostering a people-first, values-driven culture.
• Established and empowered collaborative teams to co-design and implement strategic leadership development goals aligned with organizational mission and vision.
• Designed, facilitated, and evaluated transformational leadership development programs, including summits, workshops, and retreats tailored to specific organizational needs.
• Coached and mentored colleagues, leaders, stakeholders, and community partners in creating impactful programs and measuring outcomes to support a culture of inclusion, belonging, and competency-based leadership.
• Engaged senior leaders, board members, and key stakeholders as 'champions of leadership' to drive organizational innovation and adaptation in alignment with strategic goals.
• Cultivated and managed partnerships with national and external organizations to align leadership development strategies and resources.
• Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base of leadership development trends, research, and regulatory requirements to ensure ethical, professional, and impactful program delivery.
• Networked and collaborated with leaders across three states, providing strategic guidance, coaching, and professional development to over 28,000 colleagues.
• Built and maintained collaborative relationships with executive leaders and multidisciplinary stakeholders, fostering trust and alignment across diverse perspectives.
• Operationalized strategic leadership development plans at local and regional levels, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and organizational culture.
• Facilitated listening sessions and focus groups to uncover barriers to inclusion, leveraging insights to inform actionable leadership strategies.
• Inspired and transformed leadership teams through conflict resolution best practices, fostering collaboration and alignment with just culture principles.

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration to Support Culture & Values:

• Advised stakeholders on advancing equity, accessibility, and inclusion through leadership development initiatives promoting social impact and institutional transformation.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate leadership frameworks into curriculum and practice, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Developed communication strategies to engage diverse audiences, ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Collaborated with institutional stakeholders to develop and deliver leadership-focused training and development programs enhancing professional competencies.
• Engaged senior leaders, board members, and key stakeholders as 'champions of leadership' to drive organizational innovation and adaptation in alignment with strategic goals.
• Co-led the creation of a statewide leadership dashboard initiative that addressed disparities and fostered equity-focused organizational decision-making.
• Facilitated listening sessions and focus groups to uncover barriers to inclusion, leveraging insights to inform actionable leadership strategies.

• Co-founded and lead Ethoshive, a consulting firm specializing in organizational transformation, leadership development, and culture change.
• Designed and implemented customized frameworks. solutions, and systems that help organizations align policies, processes, practices, norms, and leadership practices with core values and metrics.
• Developed and executed business strategies that ensured sustainable growth, financial health, and long-term impact.

• Advised executive teams and organizations on culture assessment, inclusive leadership, and systems thinking to drive measurable change.
• Led environmental scans, data analysis, and benchmarking to identify gaps and opportunities for organizational improvement.
• Designed and facilitated interactive workshops on leadership development, bias interruption, psychological safety, and team cohesion.

• Managed business operations, including financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to support sustainable growth.
• Built and nurtured strategic partnerships to expand service offerings and increase market presence.
• Streamlined internal processes to improve efficiency, accountability, and overall effectiveness of consulting engagements.

• Developed and executed customized culture change initiatives, resulting in stronger team dynamics and improved workplace climates.
• Created assessment tools to measure organizational trust, psychological safety, and alignment with equity-centered values.
• Successfully guided organizations in implementing transformational change strategies that improved engagement, retention, and overall performance.

Strategic Planning & Organizational Leadership:

• Developed, implemented, and assessed strategic initiatives and programs for faculty and staff across the University of Michigan’s Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn campuses, ensuring alignment with institutional values and advancing an inclusive organizational culture.
• Developed and administered strategic frameworks for leadership development, creating comprehensive roadmaps for culture change aligned with institutional leadership values and goals.
• Provided strategic guidance to leaders, teams, and executive leadership as a subject matter expert, fostering alignment and actionable outcomes.
• Established accountability measures and performance indicators to drive organizational success through values-driven leadership and focused strategies.
• Enhanced organizational practices by embedding inclusive and equitable policies into leadership development, operational processes, and decision-making frameworks.
• Served as a trusted thought partner to leadership teams and organizations, ensuring excellence and integrity in the design and execution of leadership strategies and programming.
• Demonstrated executive leadership by overseeing the planning, development, delivery, and assessment of transformational leadership initiatives.
• Applied strong analytical skills to evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of leadership programs, leveraging data to inform continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
• Partnered with human resources, executive leadership, and key stakeholders, including faculty and staff, to ensure institutional principles were integrated throughout policies and practices across the employee lifecycle.

Program & Team Leadership:

• Directed the implementation of leadership frameworks, influencing organizational change and leading initiatives like the Facilitator Engagement Program to enhance leadership capacity and institutional culture.
• Modeled leadership practices while coordinating communication strategies and feedback mechanisms to support collaborative leadership and organizational alignment.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive online, blended, and hybrid learning programs in collaboration with academic and administrative stakeholders.
• Led continuous evaluation and improvement initiatives to maintain high-quality, learner-centered instructional design across campuses.
• Cultivated long-lasting, collaborative relationships with over 52 distinct units across campus, driving the implementation of strategic plans and integrating formal and experiential leadership development opportunities into campus-wide initiatives.
• Led leadership-focused strategic initiatives and programs for 38,000+ faculty and staff, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement that aligned with institutional values and advanced excellence.
• Designed and coordinated the Facilitator Engagement Program, mobilizing 60+ leaders from all three University of Michigan campuses to create innovative think tank learning labs and drive impactful community engagement.

Program Management & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Delivered a four-week interactive digital learning experience to inspire leadership action and foster cultural transformation.
• Recruited and engaged over 1,500 community members in programming, catalyzing cultural progress and fostering collaborative engagement across diverse teams.
• Enhanced program success by coordinating cross-functional teams and resources to ensure the delivery of high-quality, learner-centered experiences.
• Developed strategic plans to align project objectives with organizational goals, optimizing project workflows for increased efficiency.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery and align with organizational objectives.
• Improved stakeholder engagement by streamlining communication processes and holding regular update meetings.
• Led multiple programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and proactively addressing project issues to enhance stakeholder satisfaction.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives and aligning efforts to achieve strategic goals.

• Designed and facilitated comprehensive experiential learning and development programs, leveraging expertise in communication, leadership, and team dynamics to advance organizational goals.
• Played a leadership role in crafting innovative content and presentations tailored to enhance workplace engagement, strategic thinking, and change management.
• Delivered impactful solutions addressing conflict resolution, emotional agility, and influence, empowering participants to navigate complex organizational challenges.
• Developed and executed tailored strategies to strengthen leadership capabilities, enhance team performance, and support professional growth across all levels of the organization.
• Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
• Collaborated with leaders and teams to develop and implement strategies that strengthened leadership capabilities and enhanced team performance across the organization.
• Engaged with stakeholders to create customized, relevant training solutions that met the needs of diverse groups and supported organizational goals.
• Worked cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions that promoted professional growth and continuous learning across departments.

• Orchestrated training development, instructional design, project management, communications strategy, and delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Planned and initiated training outlines and online instruction modules by conducting task and learner analyses.
• Managed multiple instructional design projects concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectations.
• Developed thorough design documents and training plans utilizing effective instructional methods.
• Redesigned outdated curricula using modern instructional design principles, increasing overall educational value.
• Optimized existing training materials based on user feedback and performance metrics, refining course content for maximum impact.
• Incorporated multimedia elements into course designs to engage learners with various preferences and abilities effectively.
• Delivered coaching, training, and mentoring to course developers and instructors, boosting their confidence and understanding of materials.
• Developed comprehensive instructional materials for diverse learning styles, resulting in improved learner comprehension.
• Identified resource needs to meet instructional design objectives for staff and independent contractors.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs through analysis of learner feedback and performance data.
• Facilitated stakeholder meetings to gather input on training needs, fostering collaborative relationships with clients.
• Collaborated with senior stakeholders and web design teams to develop courses based on adult learning principles.
• Contributed to company growth by consistently delivering high-quality instructional design services that exceeded client expectations.

• Assisted in the development of internal policies that fostered a positive work environment and enhanced interdepartmental cooperation.
• Implemented new software solutions to increase office efficiency and productivity.
• Boosted team morale and engagement through regular feedback, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion with high-quality standards.
• Organized staff training programs for continuous professional development.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable contracts, ensuring cost-saving without compromising quality.
• Served as a liaison between upper management and staff, ensuring clear communication of goals and policy changes.
• Oversaw expense tracking to maintain accurate financial records and identified areas for potential savings or budget adjustments.

• Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
• Conducted regular reviews of office procedures to identify and implement improvements.
• Led the support team and office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
• Trained new administrative staff, facilitating smooth onboarding processes.
• Managed administrative staff for enhanced efficiency and improved team productivity.
• Facilitated cross-department collaboration to enhance project outcomes.
• Served as a liaison between upper management and staff, maintaining open communication.
• Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings without compromising quality.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.

• Directed a team to create and execute the company’s mission, vision, and values.
• Conducted market research to identify emerging trends, applying insights to improve creative output.
• Implemented data-driven design approaches to enhance user experiences on digital platforms.
• Led a team of 6 designers, artists, copywriters, sales teams, and marketers for successful project execution.
• Mentored junior team members, improving skills and enhancing overall departmental performance.
• Optimized workflow processes to ensure timely project completion and maximize efficiency.
• Presented creative concepts to stakeholders, securing buy-in for project implementation.
• Partnered with cross-functional teams to align creative direction with business objectives.
• Cultivated long-lasting partnerships with key vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms.
• Managed budgets for creative projects, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining quality standards.