Natasha POPO

A technologically savvy and solution-oriented Human Resource Development and Training Professional with nearly 20 years of practical experience in the field. Adept at designing and delivering training programs which help to improve employee engagement and efficiency on the job. Dynamic, energetic trainer skilled in organizing training and finding creative and interesting techniques to facilitate learning. Enthusiastic leader with positive attitude and high level of professionalism. Dynamic public speaker known for meeting demanding training schedules and exceeding management expectations. Motivational and engaging leader with 23+ years of training experience. Advanced skills in planning, organizing and prioritizing work.

English (native speaker), West Indian/French Creole, Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher), and HR Management Software; Harris Data, Infinitime.

Reading, motivational speaking, lecturing, learning new things and helping the less fortunate., Massy Stores Unity in Community Programme Volunteer, CFL Unity in Community Programme Judge, Secretary of the St. Lucia Blind Welfare Association, Secretary, VP and President of the Visionaires’ Club, Editor of Club Newsletter, Secretary of the Sir Arthur Lewis Students’ Council

• Head Prefect | Entrepot Secondary School| 1994- 1995
• Most Disciplined Student Award (upon Graduation) | Entrepot Secondary School| 1995
• Most Outstanding Trainee Plaque | National Skills Development Centre (NSDC)| 2013

• ATD: E-Learning Instructional Design (Online) Certificate | Association for Talent Development, USA | December 2020
• Franklin Covey: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Celestial Self Development Centre, Saint Lucia, 07/2017
• Managing Learning Programmes Association of Talent Development, Saint Lucia, 07/2017
• CFL’s High Potential Employee Programme, Gama Learning Institute, Saint Lucia, 10/2015
• Root Cause Analysis, Gama Learning Institute, Saint Lucia, 02/2015
• Conducting Performance Appraisals, Celestial Self Development Centre, Saint Lucia, 02/2015
• International Computer Driver’s License (ICDL- Modules 1-7), ISIS World Corporation, 2007
• Microsoft Excel 2000 CORE Certification, 2002
• Microsoft Word 2000 Core Certification, 2002
• Certificate in Marketing Management, Division of Continuing Education (DOCE), Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC), Saint Lucia, 12/2000

• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive background in HR, including experience in employee recruitment and retention, staff onboarding and development, mediation, conflict resolution and HR records management.
• Demonstrated success in developing teambuilding programs, training manuals, conducting skills gaps and preparing management reports.
• Association of Business Executives (ABE) Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Level 6 (Equivalent of Bachelor’s Degree).
• Development, creation, implementation and coordination of developmental programs to build capacity.

• Mrs. Chairmaine Dick, Manager- Integrated Management System (IMS), Massy Stores (Trinidad), A Division of Massy Integrated Retail Ltd, 39A Wrightson Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad, W.I., 868-734-0518, chairmaine.dick@massygroup.com
• Mr. Augustin Dominique, Manager, Piton Management Area, Soufriere, Saint Lucia, (758) 720-8125, dominique_aug@candw.lc
• Ms. Joanna Fanus, Former Divisional Head, Massy Homes Saint Lucia, joannajustin2912@gmail.com 1758-285-2301
• Ms. Hidy Clercin, HR Assistant, Massy Stores SLU Ltd, hidy.clercin@massygroup.com, 1758-489-9898