Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Development Manager
Comerica Bank
07.2023 - Current
Enhance employee performance by designing and implementing comprehensive talent development programs.
Develop customized training modules for improved skill acquisition and workplace productivity.
Align talent development strategy with overall business goals, driving sustainable growth and competitive advantage in the market.
Coach high-potential employees through personalized career planning sessions, supporting their progression into leadership roles within the organization.
Champion a culture of continuous learning by promoting best practices in adult education methods and tools.
Collaborate closely with HR teams to align talent development initiatives with broader workforce planning efforts, maximizing human capital potential across all levels of the organization.
Evaluate existing learning materials, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
AVP, Learning and Development Consultant
Comerica
08.2018 - 07.2023
Managed multiple streams of consulting engagements and projects, ensuring complete implementation of solutions that are successful, well-coordinated, and meet agreed upon timelines
Partnered with key stakeholders, business partners, and colleagues throughout the full consultation process to effectively ensure that training solutions meet the business objectives and are sustainable
Assessed learning and/or organizational development needs by analyzing training gaps between current state and desired future state
Designed and developed solutions with measurement processes to effectively close gaps, keeping in mind the need to create solutions that are applicable system-wide
Developed core curriculum (either new development or existing programs) following standardized facilitator materials to ensure effective and consistent delivery; updates curriculum as needed to meet business requirements
Worked collaboratively with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to determine training needs, align curriculum with business strategy and assure compliance with all procedures, processes, and applicable state and federal banking laws, rules and regulations
Analyzed effectiveness and report on training performance before, during and after training deployment
Expert Instructional Designer (Contract)
Oncor
05.2018 - 08.2018
Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation
Planned and monitored implementation of leadership-based learning programs
Designed course materials and supported implementation
Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency
Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses
Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals
Learning & Development Business Partner
Mechanics Bank
06.2017 - 03.2018
Key point of contact for training requests and concerns
Worked with executives and department heads to establish training goals, policies and procedures and offered assistance as needed
Partnered with the Human Resources Business Partner to directly assess staff training needs
Directed training programs and development learning paths for managers and supervisors
Led daily, weekly and monthly coaching, counseling and feedback sessions
Learning and Development Specialist
AccentCare
10.2016 - 06.2017
Created eLearning for new personnel hired to fulfill nursing roles
Analyzed company training methods and made adjustments to rectify issues and increase efficiency
Wrote training manuals for medical field employees according to company guidelines and procedures
Communicated all training completions and assessments to upper management
Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
Instructional Designer (Contract)
Raytheon Technologies
04.2016 - 12.2016
Planned and monitored implementation of government-based learning programs for external clients
Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses
Met with upper management weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates
Maintained tactical control of project budgets and timelines to keep teams on-task to achieve schedule targets
Instructional Designer
AVO Training Institute
08.2015 - 04.2016
Researched and sourced content from SMEs to develop course content
Designed presentation materials with PowerPoint, and created graphic designs with Illustrate based on the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Agency, and other electrical entities
Managed the development and redesign of previously released instructor-led course content and curriculum
Researched, wrote, edited and proofread manuals for electrical safety and compliance
Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management
Senior Training Manager
Teleperformance USA
05.2014 - 08.2015
Hired training staff to conduct orientation and on-the-job training sessions
Organized and scheduled on-the-job training for new hires
Trained trainers to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers
Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules and training assessments to upper management
Led daily, weekly and monthly coaching, counseling and feedback sessions for trainers
Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
Training Manager (Contract)
IBM Seterus
10.2013 - 05.2014
Applied adult learning and performance expertise to assess behavioral and ability issues impacting work performance
Managed the development of training projects to ensure deadlines were met, adjusting workflows as needed
Maintained training project schedules by managing timelines and making proactive adjustments
Delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions as needed
Utilized software and e-learning development tools to develop interactive training courses
English Instructor
East Carolina University
08.2008 - 03.2013
Delivered 40 hours per week of classroom lectures, instructing over 100 students per semester in Business Writing
Employed diverse teaching approaches to help students of all abilities understand material
Selected and prepared educational resources, taking account of students' interests and cultural backgrounds
Developed lesson plans and adapted curriculum to meet individual needs of students
Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
Evaluated students' abilities and grasp of writing concepts, keeping appropriate records and preparing progress reports