Amy Vaas

• I partner with organizations to create better ways of working—where people feel connected, supported, and able to thrive.
• Through tailored consulting, executive coaching, and strategy development, I help leaders and teams navigate change, improve performance, and foster cultures that drive both people and business success.

My work focuses on:

• Culture & engagement strategy
• Executive coaching & leadership development
• Facilitated offsites, retreats & well-being experiences
• Thought partnership for people-centered transformation

• Developed and executed a comprehensive employee engagement and well-being strategy, driving sustained high performance and a positive work environment
• Launched the first employee engagement program using neuroscience principles, boosting performance, improving teamwork, promoting inclusion, and reducing stress for a more engaged workforce
• Created targeted learning strategies for client-facing employees and partners, resulting in a more skilled and knowledgeable workforce

• Led the Communications, Change, and Training workstream for the Workday global human capital system, for U.S. and Mexico teams ensuring seamless adoption across regions while adeptly managing cultural differences and bridging communication gaps
• Cultivated safe, collaborative environments that enabled global teams to address and resolve challenges, enhancing overall team effectiveness

• Led major global team initiative ($2.7M investment) to optimize productivity and client service, resulting in enhanced efficiency and improved team engagement
• Transitioned work processes between US and India teams, successfully equipping and training staff for a seamless transfer, which strengthened collaboration and reduced errors
• Managed culture vendor relationships to enhance training quality, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and increasing participant satisfaction
• Oversaw the design and delivery of cultural courses, boosting participation and fostering a more inclusive workplace

• Championing a people-first model, developing global well-being standards adopted across 150+ territories, improving employee engagement and organizational alignment
• Implement programs and gather feedback to improve daily team interactions, norms, and work environments and partner with Territory Wellbeing Leaders to establish a scalable blueprint
• Partner with trauma specialists to deliver trauma-informed support, improving resilience and mental well-being for global coach communities during crises

• Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
• Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
• Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
• Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
• Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
• Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.

• Managed innovative platform for learning and leadership development that offered approximately 20,000 employees a supportive path to growth and advancement which successfully improved employee engagement, retention, performance and happiness-all driving growth
• Instituted Top Talent Vice President Development Program leading the entire process from vendor contracts through faculty coordination to offer diverse insights and approaches for achieving peak performance

• Led a global team that produced over 3,000 webcasts across America, Asia, Europe to upskill and educate global analysts
• Developed analysts into confident, credible TV personalities by coaching them for guest appearances and overseeing post-production content revisions
• Partnered directly with the Office of the Chairman to enhance internal branding and marketing strategies, effectively shaping and strengthening the Chairman's image among employees

• Represented U.S. Marketing at global company-wide events, strengthening international brand presence and aligning messaging across regions.
• Founded and led U.S. Marketing & Advertising department, streamlining communications and increasing production of high-quality materials that supported sales growth.
• Revamped U.S. corporate image through a comprehensive marketing campaign, resulting in improved brand recognition and more cohesive client-facing materials.
• Developed and managed U.S. website, significantly enhancing the firm’s digital footprint and improving user engagement and lead generation.