Chris Torrie
Learning and Development Leader
The Woodlands,TX
Summary
Motivated strategic L&D leader with over 25 years of global L&D experience, and over 20 years of broad-based global experience in strategy, project management, corporate education, operations, and human resources management across diverse industries. Currently completing a PsyD in Educational Leadership, known for driving results, building strong teams, and implementing effective business solutions, which are aligned with organizational goals. Skilled in project management, leadership development, organizational design, and communication.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
Deloitte Consulting LLP
Houston, Texas
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Human capital leader within Deloitte Consulting, provided expertise in operations and learning and development solutions, including measuring effectiveness, KPI and goals, strategy, and organizational growth to Fortune 500 firms
- Delivered strategic solutions for Deloitte internally by consolidating over 20 systems, federal clients, and commercial multi-billion-dollar clients by creating operational solutions
- Provided additional expertise in learning strategy, teaching and learning with technology, leadership, workforce transformations, change management, curriculum, human resources management, and multiple skills within human capital.
- Managed and motivated global project teams of 10+ to be productive by completing deliverables within scope, schedule, and budget while being engaged in work.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Director of Learning & Development / Deputy Director of HR
Quiddity Engineering, LLC
The Woodlands, TX
06.2015 - 06.2022
- Saved organization over $1 million in attrition and productivity cost by data analysis and driving change
- Known as internal consultant to C-Suite and Board of Directors on operations and learning because of consulting experience, adeptness with technology and business operations
- Built talent development strategy and learning and development programs for entire multi-million-dollar company
- Created organizational strategies and guided C-Suite leadership in strategic directions to propel learning and keep firm ahead of competition as a learning organization
- Created systems to align with strategic business objectives and managed multiple projects to achieve them
- Saved $500k in continuing education costs by upgrading learning offerings and experiences for all staff, including eLearning, premium leadership program, project management, professional development, negotiating with vendors, and continuing education requirements for licensed staff in multiple learning media
- Create and implement talent development programs to align with career paths, competencies, and organizational strategy
- Led general HR, benefits and compliance, employee relations, change management, learning and development, and HR operations
- Measured effectiveness, redesigned organization, and created tools to analyze data and provide information to leadership by using macros and other skills within Excel and IBM's Business Intelligence
- Advised C-Suite leaders, conducted investigations, and worked with legal counsel on employee litigations
- Implemented human resources information system and new learning management system to replace ineffective systems.
Talent and Organization Executive
Accenture
12.2001 - 06.2015
- Provided innovative learning solutions for top private and public clients, including US Federal Government saving $2 million in operating costs for system implementation
- Sustained measurable competency improvement for project initiatives
- Acted as company-wide subject matter expert in building fit-for-purpose learning programs for top global clients
- Led change management initiatives for external internal clients, competency management, employee engagement, talent management, instructional design, and leadership development initiatives
- Manage multi-million-dollar budget and control costs with track record of reducing costs and maximizing efficiencies
- Lead expansive instructional design projects and use instructional design skills
- Productively led large global teams across multiple countries, relying on advanced cultural awareness along with creative leadership talents
- Applied dynamic communication skills toward effectively presenting proposals, and project opportunities to both internal and client senior leadership.
Master Instructor
Lucent Technologies/Avaya
03.1997 - 12.2001
- Developed and delivered courseware as well and managed call center curriculum and training schedule targeted toward boosting performance through technology-driven business solutions
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
Education
Doctor of Psychology (ABD) - Educational Leadership
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ04.2024
Master of Arts - Teaching and Learning with Technology
Ashford University
Clinton, IA10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
Clinton, IA10.2012
Skills
- Google Cloud Digital Leader
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Global Learning Strategy and Management
- Workforce Transformation
- Talent Development and Instructional Design
- Change Management
- Systems and Operations
- Project Management
- Emerging Technologies
- Organizational Design and Development
- Leadership Psychology and Coaching
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Managing Employee Relations
- Managing Career Progression
- Technical Proficiency
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Negotiation
Certification
- Google Certified Digital Cloud Leader
- CompTIA i-Net+
- CompTIA A+
Work Availability
monday
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Quote
There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.
Colin Powell
Timeline
Manager
Deloitte Consulting LLP
06.2022 - 09.2023
Director of Learning & Development / Deputy Director of HR
Quiddity Engineering, LLC
06.2015 - 06.2022
Talent and Organization Executive
Accenture
12.2001 - 06.2015
Master Instructor
Lucent Technologies/Avaya
03.1997 - 12.2001
Doctor of Psychology (ABD) - Educational Leadership
University of Arizona Global Campus
Master of Arts - Teaching and Learning with Technology
Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Management
Ashford University
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