Andy Kudwa
Vice President Learning & Organizational Development
South Lyon,MI
Summary
Performance-driven Vice President with 20 years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and regulatory requirements. Passionate about the Farm Credit System. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound overall business goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certificates
Work History
VP Learning and Organizational Development
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
East Lansing, MI
04.2023 - Current
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments and associations on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Devised strategies to reduce expenses, modernize learning methodology and revamp procedures to improve associations learning effectiveness.
- Saved $125,000 (10%) annually by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems.
- Spearheaded cross-functional initiatives across departments to achieve business goals for bottom-line profits.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
Director Learning and Organizational Development
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
East Lansing, MI
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and senior leaders to guide operational strategy.
Learning and Development Manager
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
East Lansing, MI
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Managed new employee orientation training process for more than 100 employees each year.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
Senior Training Specialist
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
East Lansing, MI
06.2014 - 04.2017
- Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers.
- Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
Senior Country Living Loan Officer
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
Ann Arbor, MI
08.2004 - 05.2014
- Advised clients on mortgage, education and personal loans.
- Originated, reviewed, processed, closed and administered customer loan proposals.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.
- Grew loan portfolio over 23% per year for 10 years (approximately $12 million to $85 million).
- Negotiated loan terms to provide favorable outcomes for both customers and GreenStone.
Education
MBA - Finance
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI 08.2011 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI 09.1999 - 05.2003
Skills
Learning culture development
Timeline
VP Learning and Organizational Development
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
04.2023 - Current
Design Thinking for Innovation
11-2019
Director Learning and Organizational Development
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
04.2019 - 03.2023
Korn Ferry Leadership Potential Assessments
02-2019
Managing Talent
11-2018
Learning and Development Manager
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
04.2017 - 03.2019
Mental Health First Aid USA
09-2016
Speed of Trust
08-2016
Instructional Design for the Virtual Learner
04-2016
Manager/Director of Training
03-2016
E-Learning Specialist
01-2016
Instructional Designer
12-2015
Technical Trainer
10-2015
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
08-2015
Senior Training Specialist
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
06.2014 - 04.2017
MBA - Finance
Eastern Michigan University
08.2011 - 05.2014
Senior Country Living Loan Officer
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
08.2004 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Western Michigan University
09.1999 - 05.2003
Certification
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Affiliations
- Association for Talent Development
- Knights of Columbus
- Chair - Farm Credit System Learning Consortium
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