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Tamara Springs

Fayetteville,GA

Summary

Dynamic Training Manager with a robust background in organizational leadership and strategic planning, recognized for developing impactful training solutions that drive performance metrics. Core competencies include team leadership, operational improvement, and effective communication, ensuring the seamless execution of business strategies. Committed to fostering high productivity and enhancing team performance through strategic initiatives.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Training Manager

Center for Employment Opportunities
Atlanta, GA
02.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed departmental training requirements and created new programs based on collected data.
  • Provide learning and development coaching for cross functional team members responsible for training curriculum design
  • Designed virtual training courses and engaging learning experiences for adult learners pursuing leadership development.
  • Assisted with onboarding new employees by conducting orientation and company-wide or job-specific training.

Programs Director and Interim COO

Gideon's Promise
Atlanta, GA
01.2020 - 02.2023
  • Implemented strategic initiatives for a non-profit dedicated to ending mass incarceration.
  • Designed and implemented fundraising and budget reduction strategies to eliminate a budget deficit of more than $600K for FY 2022.
  • Supported the merger of departments due to a reduction in force, while ushering teams through a challenging transitional period.
  • Managed program operations and logistical support for all training.
  • Spearheaded exceptional program team through creation and execution of recruitment, training, and retention strategies.

Leadership Consultant

Courageously She, LLC.
Various, US
10.2012 - 10.2018
  • Developed a research-based, comprehensive mentoring model for new public defenders.
  • Conducted both live and virtual training sessions, enhancing employee performance.
  • Reviewed multiple performance metrics to identify key areas for leadership development.

Education

Masters of Educational Administration -

Wichita State University
Wichita, Kansas

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Langston University
Langston, Oklahoma

Skills

  • Organizational Leadership
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Training solutions development
  • Change management
  • Learning management systems
  • Adult learning theories
  • Performance metrics
  • Needs assessment
  • Project management

Awards

  • JustLeadership USA, Leading With Conviction Cohort 10 Alumni
  • Leadership Kansas Alumni
  • Leadership Wichita Alumni

Timeline

Training Manager

Center for Employment Opportunities
02.2023 - Current

Programs Director and Interim COO

Gideon's Promise
01.2020 - 02.2023

Leadership Consultant

Courageously She, LLC.
10.2012 - 10.2018

Masters of Educational Administration -

Wichita State University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Langston University
Tamara Springs