LIHI SHALOM HIRSHBERG
Rockville,MD
Summary
Dynamic Organizational Development executive with over a decade of experience leading large-scale transformations in high-pressure environments. Successfully directed OD divisions comprising over 100 professionals, impacting more than 20,000 employees through strategic change initiatives, leadership pipelines, and talent management programs. Demonstrated success in enhancing engagement, retention, and organizational resilience at both national and organizational levels, with extensive expertise in navigating crises and high-risk situations. Committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and leveraging setbacks as opportunities for sustainable growth and long-term success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Organization Development Division
IDF
10.2019 - 07.2025
- Managed and led OD division of 100 consultants and psychologists.
- Designed and delivered 60+ annual leadership programs, increasing retention and improving engagement scores.
- Directed enterprise-level organizational change management: mergers, digital transformations, and relocations, executed with minimal disruption and cost.
- Facilitated strategic planning initiatives introducing new core capabilities and inter-agency collaborations.
- Initiated and implemented Diversity & Inclusion programs, resulting in measurable increases in women’s leadership representation and retention.
- Developed and led organizational strategy of Human Capital: talent development, retention, and leadership pipelines.
- Oversaw psychological selection processes for critical roles and leadership positions.
- Guided the division and the wider organization through crisis situations, including wartime operational challenges and organizational uncertainty, ensuring both immediate continuity and post-crisis growth through systemic learning.
Lead Organizational Consultant, 88th Brigade
IDF
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted thorough assessments of organizational structures, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Led organizational change program merging three units into one brigade.
- Served as military psychologist and advisor on organizational resilience.
- Developed cross-organizational learning and combat leadership programs.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance team collaboration and communication strategies.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to align organizational goals with strategic initiatives.
Associate Organizational Consultant, 8200 Unit
IDF
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Directed organizational change program transitioning from a technology-driven to mission-oriented organization.
- Designed and implemented leadership programs for all management levels.
- Led strategic planning and consulting for high-ranking officers.
- Evaluated current talent management practices, providing recommendations for enhancements to attract top talent while retaining existing employees.
- Enhanced cross-functional collaboration by developing team-building activities designed to break down silos within organizations effectively.
- Assisted in the development of corporate culture initiatives that fostered an inclusive work environment promoting collaboration and innovation.
Project Manager & Analyst
Prime Minister’s Office
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Managed cross-governmental projects and organizational analysis in high-stakes environments.
- Supported strategic national programs with organizational insights.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Conducted in-depth market analysis to identify trends, guiding strategy adjustments for competitive advantage.
Education
BSc - Organizational Consulting
Tel Aviv University
01.2011
BA - Government, Diplomacy and Strategy
IDC Herzliya
01.2008
Skills
- Organizational change management
- Strategic leadership development
- Enterprise change management expertise
- Fostering a culture of excellence
- Executive stakeholder engagement
- Leadership skills enhancement
- Versatile in dynamic environments
- Solution development
- Collaborative teamwork
- Versatile in dynamic environments
- Strategic decision-making
- Consistently trustworthy
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hebrew
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Head of Organization Development Division
IDF
10.2019 - 07.2025
Lead Organizational Consultant, 88th Brigade
IDF
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate Organizational Consultant, 8200 Unit
IDF
01.2012 - 01.2016
Project Manager & Analyst
Prime Minister’s Office
01.2005 - 01.2011
BA - Government, Diplomacy and Strategy
IDC Herzliya
BSc - Organizational Consulting
Tel Aviv University
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