Lala Soltanli
L&D Professional
Riverside,RI
Summary
Having recently migrated to the USA as a dedicated L&D professional with 10 years of experience holding a Master’s Degree in Education Management and Human Development. Received an excellent reputation with a history of applying consistent and organized practices and creating an effective L&D strategy to meet organizational goals. Thrilled to seek a full-time position that offers challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Chief Learning & Development Specialist
State Employment Agency
07.2021 - 12.2022
- Accelerated the skill development of the employees by overseeing the development, implementation, and reporting of a Case Study and 360-degree and Test assessments for 400 employees.
- Embodied the corporate identity of the organization by representing the Brand Ambassador initiative.
- Informed decisions within the Learning and Development division by drafting and having internal documentation approved.
- Acclimated 198 new employees to the company and their roles by developing, and facilitating a one-week Onboarding and a one-month Mentorship program.
- Decreased employee turnover by 20% by launching Personal Development Program with 224 employees & Internal Trainers Program with 37 employees.
- Increased employee engagement by 33% by sharing quarterly reports on the impact of training efforts, including data on participation and satisfaction rates.
- Improved adaptability, job satisfaction, and culture of inclusion by conducting 20 training sessions for employees on the topics of company culture and HR policy.
Assistant Manager of Learning & Development
Caspian Entertainment Company (Pasha Group)
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Delivered internal policy content for 6 projects working closely with key stakeholders and the operations team.
- Identified major learning objectives of the company for the upcoming 3 years and enforced guidance on the unscheduled training requests received.
- Acclimated 180 new site operations workers to the company by facilitating 6 three-day onboarding sessions.
- Designed internal training programs and developed a participant-centered training curriculum approach aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
- Determined tools to conduct training evaluations and measure the management skills of trainers and facilitators.
English Language Instructor
LIB Language School
11.2011 - 12.2018
- Developed age-appropriate lesson content for different-proficiency level learners, using a variety of teaching methods including whole-class instruction, small group work, and one-on-one tutoring.
- Designed lesson plans for class settings incorporating reading and writing workshops, grammar, vocabulary, listening, and speaking practices.
- Boosted overall student progress by 30% as measured by applying summative and formative assessments.
- Administered database to track students' leave, attendance, testing scores, and performance.
Education
Master of Arts - Education and Human Development
The George Washington University
Washington, DC05.2022
MBA - Operations Management
Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Azerbaijan07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Studies
Azerbaijan University of Languages
Azerbaijan06.2014
Skills
- Learning and Development
- Develop Training Programs
- Incentive Initiatives
- In-Depth Research
- Training Manuals and Materials
- New Hire Orientation
- Curriculum Design
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Leadership
- Google Workplace
- Banner
- Workday
Certification
- Successful Completion of the "Preparing to Manage Human Resources" Course by Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota
- Successful Completion of the "Training of Trainers" Course by IIENSTITU
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Chief Learning & Development Specialist
State Employment Agency
07.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Manager of Learning & Development
Caspian Entertainment Company (Pasha Group)
03.2019 - 07.2021
English Language Instructor
LIB Language School
11.2011 - 12.2018
Master of Arts - Education and Human Development
The George Washington University
MBA - Operations Management
Azerbaijan State Oil And Industry University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language Studies
Azerbaijan University of Languages
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