Leslie Spaeny
Grapevine,TX
Summary
Experienced professional development executive and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Dallas Aviation
01.2024 - Current
- Empower employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
- Conduct relevant professional learning, identify areas for improvement, and develop action plans to address them.
- Manage inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Lead hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Develop systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
National STEM Specialist/Manager
Accelerate Learning
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed national territory of Professional Development specialists effectively with 90% or above metric success on training surveys.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Built and managed relationships with key clients and partners to drive growth.
Professional Development Manager
Accelerate Learning
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Monitored progress toward individual and team performance goals, providing regular feedback and coaching to foster continuous growth and improvement.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for employees as they worked toward achieving their goals within the company.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current professional development initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and making data-driven recommendations for enhancements.
Professional Development Sales Executive,
Accelerate Learning Inc.
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Researched sales opportunities and possible leads to exceed sales goals and increase profits.
- Negotiated and closed profitable sales contracts with new and existing customers to increase loyalty and retention.
Learning Leader/Educator/Coach
GCISD
08.2011 - 12.2019
- Trained in Leadership positions at multiple campuses.
- Teacher of VALOR - program that emphasizes professional feedback and growth -
- Developed curriculum for district in specified content area based on needs of district and students
- Teacher of the Year 2017 -
- 100% of students passing advanced placement tests with over 60% finishing with advanced performance ratings
- Created learning opportunities for colleagues on specific best practices that improve retention of knowledge.
Science Specialist
Birdville ISD
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Instructed teachers on best practices in large groups, small group seminars, and one-on-one trainings. - Attended state curricular conferences - Worked directly with new or struggling teachers to boost confidence.
- Implemented inquiry-based teaching methods that encouraged teachers by fostering deeper understanding of scientific principles.
Seminar Facilitator
Simple Science Solutions
06.2007 - 07.2010
- Facilitated district wide seminars on best practices for science educators. - Marketing inventory to small and large audiences of professionals.
Education
STEM
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
Arlington, TXBACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS01.2002
Skills
- Leadership
- Solutions based Problem Solver
- Baldridge Trained
- Time Management
- Organization
- Data Analysis
- Budget Forecasting and Refinement
- SCARF Trained
- Growth Mindset
- Strengths Finder Leadership Trained
- Strengths - Relator, Learner, Discipline, Focus, Individualization
Timeline
Operations Manager
Dallas Aviation
01.2024 - Current
National STEM Specialist/Manager
Accelerate Learning
03.2023 - 01.2024
Professional Development Manager
Accelerate Learning
01.2021 - 03.2023
Professional Development Sales Executive,
Accelerate Learning Inc.
12.2019 - 01.2021
Learning Leader/Educator/Coach
GCISD
08.2011 - 12.2019
Science Specialist
Birdville ISD
08.2010 - 08.2011
Seminar Facilitator
Simple Science Solutions
06.2007 - 07.2010
STEM
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
Emporia State University
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