Tim Kelpsas
Skills
- Change Management & Organizational Transformation, Principal Consultant
- Talent Development & Performance Coaching
- Executive & Leadership Development
- Management & Professional Development
- Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- People, Matrix, & Program Manager
- Learning Facilitation & Corporate Training
- Train-the-Trainer & Facilitation Excellence
- Instructional Designer, User-Centric Design
- Executive Coach & Mentor, including C-Suite
- Innovative & Creative Thinking Styles
- Virtual, Hybrid, & On-Site Working Styles
Summary
I am an experienced professional in Change Management & Organizational Transformation, motivated when business results are achieved through people who choose to change & become even-better.
I believe that great strategies focus on each person's choice to change & make contributions that are aligned with business goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
28
28
Major Projects Completed in Change Management
23
23
Awards & Qualifications
50
50
X 2,000 = 100,000 "people-hours" of coaching/training
Accomplishments
- 28 completed corporate Change Management projects
- 32 years experience w/ 9 companies & 55 individuals
- 23 certificates & awards
- 22 years with professional services firms
- 21 years of direct people management
- 15 progressively accountable job roles
- 8 years of consultative selling to ~1,000 clients
- 7 appointments to lead Centers of Excellence
- ~85,000 traveled RT air miles destined to 26 countries
- 100,000 people-hours of delivered coaching & training
- 20,000 people directly coached, trained & mentored
- 1,800 -person largest sized single-session (virtual)
- 1,500 meetings/classes ~50% virtual / ~50% on-site
- 150 hours of learning designed & developed
- 18 confrontationally-charged Change Management assignments (acquisitions, role-change & off-boarding)
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Work History
SAP Change Management & Transformation Consultant
Neenah Foundry
01.2025 - Current
- Analyzed 3 locations' Training & Development Strategies and built "Grand Design" departmental strategy outline that directly maps to SAP rollout goals
- Customized 117 "Train the Trainer" elements to meet their expected development needs for SME trainers
- Conducted 7 client interviews for training gap analysis, relationship mapping and alignment of business results
- Designed data-driven executive reporting structures for sponsors & stakeholders
- Spearheading the co-creation & development of new operating models to achieve greater efficiencies across multiple departments within the organization
- * Contracted through my founding company, Confidence Consultants Corp.
Mentoring Program & Change Management Consultant
Imec
08.2024 - Current
- Analyzed Change Management needs with 3 key stakeholders to recommend, design & develop training and 3 "job aids" for a new, Global Mentoring Program
- Integrated perspectives of both mentors & mentees to predictably improve perceived value & adoption while reducing resistance to the objectives & organizational change
- * Contracted through my founding company, Confidence Consultants Corp.
- Mentoring Program & Change Management Consultant
Change Management Principal Consultant & Founder
Confidence Consultants, Corp.
04.2020 - Current
- Contracting with 6 companies, 4 contractor-brokers & 40 individuals for their Change Management, Training Delivery & Strategy, Organizational Development, Communications, Performance Management, Leadership & Professional Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Mentoring & Coaching Strategy to drive improved performance & confidence
- Engaged directly with ~450 people including 15 C-suite executives, each currently working on their professional & leadership development, personal change curves, self-awareness & attitude, performance, communications competency, & aligning their Affective Domain with company objectives
- Developed goals & effective improvement plans in alignment with project expectations
- Built strong client relationships , fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business
- Analyzed real-time Change Management , predicting resistance, identifying inefficiencies & recommending targeted improvements
- Managed 3 large-scale projects , ensuring timely completion within budget constraints
- Facilitated 25 change management initiatives , helping each organization to adapt smoothly to new systems and processes
- Delivered exceptional C-level presentations for C-suite executives & their teams to showcase recommendations, progress and results
- Conducted 30 workshops & training sessions to improve employee knowledge of best practices
Experiential Learning Change Management Consultant
IBM, Global Business Services
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Executive-level Change Management in 12 six-week sessions of 18 executives each in experiential learning who work in marketing and sales capacities
- Set aggressive, personalized targets with 72 participants to drive company success and strengthen motivation
- Fostered cross-functional collaboration for effective organizational transformation and improved overall business performance
- Implemented 15 change management practices , resulting in more efficient processes and increased stakeholder & client satisfaction
- Coached/trained 216 leaders on best practices for managing change effectively , fostering a culture of adaptability, inspiring growth and building resilience
- Oversaw session-level Change Management efforts to support implementation of critical initiatives driving technology, process and culture changes
- Collaborated with 2 project teams and 18 stakeholders on integrating effective Change Management methodology into existing workflows while maintaining alignment with company objectives
- * Contracted through my founding company, Confidence Consultants Corp., through the brokers LearnQuest International & TechoTraining Inc.
Selling Skills & Change Management Consultant
Kyndryl, Inc. assigned through Door Intl., Inc.
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Trained & developed 150 experienced new hires in advanced selling skills in virtual classroom sessions lasting 4-weeks in groups of 25
- Re-designed 5 activities & 10 hours of the instructor guide & curriculum
- Aligned company values & expected performance in small groups of 5-8 participants with live role-play, instantaneous analysis, & intense coaching
- Facilitated daily peer-feedback debriefs of 5-8 participants to drive each employee to choose and implement their own improved performance in self-leadership, teaming, collaboration, and sales behaviors
- Improved organizational talent strength and global sales funnel through the implementation of effective training programs and workshops
- * Contracted with my founding company, Confidence Consultants Corp., through my broker DOOR, International
Global Onboarding & Change Management Consultant
Underwriters Laboratories Standards & Engagement
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Built 5-day curriculum, designed & developed instructor guide, trained participants & upskilled new trainers for their new Global New Hire Program
- Conducted 18 organizational assessments to identify areas of potential resistance, developing targeted change management strategies to overcome these barriers
- Led engagement initiatives with 10 executive stakeholders in diverse groups, promoting open dialogue and building strong relationships that supported successful change implementation
- Structured C-Suite reporting on 7 key risk mitigation factors, weekly, addressing real & potential challenges encountered during the implementation phase of various organizational changes
- Designed & implemented 11-question, metrics-based evaluation in a single framework to measure the impact of change initiatives on organizational performance and employee satisfaction
- * Contracted through my founding company, Confidence Consultants Corp., through the broker Advanced Resources, Inc.
Chief Marketing Officer & Change Mgmt. Consultant
Bathing Brands, Inc.
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with top-2 executives to develop 7 long-term business goals aligned with overarching company objectives and structured them in the standard format of Key Performance Indicators
- Increased market awareness and penetration through development of 5 campaigns of creative collateral funneled to the advertising team for web deployment
Director of People Development & Organizational Change
Intelligent Medical Objects (IMO), Inc.
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Organizationally transformed ~80 staff from functional managers to people managers through highly-targeted coaching, mentoring & training
- Built, trained & delivered 35 sessions of executive coaching , employee training, management development mentoring & leadership development plans
- Navigated company through periods of significant change , maintaining focus on long-term strategic goals
- Improved team morale and productivity by designing & implementing a comprehensive professional development program
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs
- Achieved remarkable turnaround of underperforming divisions through strategic leadership and restructuring
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability
Sr. Manager, Performance & Learning, Executive Coach, Learning Facilitation SME L&D Talent in Management Development, IBM CHQ
IBM
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Qualified 250 learning facilitators through COE in Facilitation Excellence, in small, 3-day classes across 5 continents to drive improved organizational effectiveness & performance
- Built, trained & delivered ~400 sessions & courses in consultative sales, management development & leadership
- Facilitated diverse session formats of ~50% virtual / ~50% in-person, each between 2 and 24 hours averaging 25 participants ranging between 1 and 1600
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease
- Enhanced departmental reputation by driving successful initiatives that effectively addressed cross-functional pain points
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches
- Spearheaded change management efforts for seamless adoption of new systems and processes
Sr. Manager in Talent & Development & Exec. Coach
IBM
03.2012 - 09.2018
- Qualified 300+ Facilitators as Global COE Leader for IBM Consulting Facilitation Excellence
- Led cross-functional global teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results
- Built, trained & delivered 400+ courses of management & leadership development , ~50% virtual / ~50% in-person
- Lead Facilitator for 1 to 1600 participants/session , each between 2-hours & 3-days, covering topics on leadership, consulting, management development, and technical leadership
- Coached 250+ 1:1 coaching sessions using IBM-standard "GROW" model for Coaching For Performance
- Thought Leadership leader for COE methods & process mapping and department-level execution & BAU daily usage
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale
- Developed and delivered presentations to educate clients & executives on topics related to coaching, motivation, high-performance teams, people management, technical advocacy & value creation
- Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects
Sr. Performance Consultant, Trainer, Master Facilitator & SME in Learning Effectiveness in CHQ Management Development
IBM
10.2002 - 03.2012
- Built, trained & delivered ~700 sessions of management & leadership development , ~90% virtual / ~10% in-person
- Facilitated diverse session formats between 2 and 24 hours each averaging 25 participants ranging between 1 & 1800
- Appointed to lead the global Center of Excellence for "Learner-Centered Training" in charge of training IBM's ~800 trainers with “train the trainer" and technical aspects of Facilitation Excellence
- Boosted client performance by conducting in-depth assessments and identifying areas for improvement
- Delivered expert guidance on talent development's best practices , enabling IBM to attract top talent and retain the best high-potential employees
- Supported the design of competency frameworks , reinforcing desired behaviors and driving cultural transformation efforts
- Implemented change management initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of new processes and systems
- Created impactful learning materials that resonated with diverse audiences, ensuring a deeper understanding of performance management principles & practices
- Provided coaching and mentoring to clients , fostering a culture of continuous learning and development
Sr. Manager Consultant in Global Consulting Services
PricewaterhouseCoopers
02.1999 - 09.2002
- Built, trained & delivered ~150 live sessions of coaching & training in consultative sales, consulting, attitude, motivation, management development & leadership
- Facilitated diverse session formats ~10% virtual / ~90% in-person sessions, each between 4 & 24 hours, averaging 20 participants ranging from 1 to 200
- Provided strong leadership & Change Management to enhance team productivity and morale
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders , ensuring long-term partnerships and trust
- Led cross-functional teams in Organizational Transformation, execution of strategic projects, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with corporate goals meeting milestones & bringing high-quality results
Regional Training Manager in Global Human Resources
Coopers & Lybrand, LLP
02.1996 - 01.1999
- Built, trained & delivered ~100 training sessions in numerous courses including IT on-boarding, Windows95, Lotus Suite & “Road Warrior"
- Facilitated diverse session formats of ~40% virtual / ~60% in-person, between 4 & 16 hours, averaging 15 participants ranging between 1 & 100
- Appointed as North America leader of "Road Warrior" Center of Excellence , consulting globally on preparations for excellence in the era of the virtual-office
- Boosted employee satisfaction scores by addressing skill gaps through tailored workshops and seminars.
- Optimized resource allocation & budgetary planning by conducting regular evaluations for ongoing regional training programs
- Implemented Change Management practices both internally and for clients increasing overall workplace efficiency
Education
B.S. - Engineering Psychology & Human Factors Engineering (minor in Economics)
University of Illinois
Urbana-Champaign, ILCourses Towards M.S. - Organizational Behavior (MOB)
Benedictine University
Lisle, ILCertification
- Coaching for Performance (the IBM GROW Model) since 2002
- IBM Master Facilitator & Global SME since 2003
- HBDI Certification in Whole Brained Thinking since 2004
- Learner-Centered Excellence since 2002 — Awarded Center of Excellence for Learner-Centered Learning design, development, delivery & virtual effectiveness
- Virtual Learning Excellence since 2004 — Live-Virtual Classroom - Excellence in Learning
- Badges Awarded on “Your Acclaim” (see link): https://www.youracclaim.com/users/tim-kelpsas/badges
- Certified People Manager since 2018
- Design Thinking since 2017
- Agile Mindset Champion since 2016
- Personal Development Mentor since 2018
- Diversity Ambassador since 2016
- Service Leadership Champion since 2018
- Charitable Volunteer since 2018
- Public Speaker/Presenter since 2018
- Technical Leadership Champion since 2019
- Master Instructor since 2016
- New Employee Orientation Manager since 2019
- Empathic - Kyndryl since 2021
- Technical Mentor since 2018
- Leadership Excellence since 2018 — Appointed IBM SME
for Employee Engagement for Francophone Country Leaders in North Africa
Affiliations
- Association for Talent Development - standard of practice in performance, learning, L&D and training
- Chief Learning Officer Magazine - strategic, C-level thinking on business benefits & performance
- Eureka! Training Community - forum, tip-sharing & support group for learning professionals
- Predictive Index Partner Network - performance management & talent organization
Timeline
SAP Change Management & Transformation Consultant
Neenah Foundry
01.2025 - Current
Mentoring Program & Change Management Consultant
Imec
08.2024 - Current
Global Onboarding & Change Management Consultant
Underwriters Laboratories Standards & Engagement
03.2023 - 09.2023
Experiential Learning Change Management Consultant
IBM, Global Business Services
09.2022 - 06.2024
Selling Skills & Change Management Consultant
Kyndryl, Inc. assigned through Door Intl., Inc.
02.2022 - 02.2024
Chief Marketing Officer & Change Mgmt. Consultant
Bathing Brands, Inc.
04.2021 - 07.2021
Change Management Principal Consultant & Founder
Confidence Consultants, Corp.
04.2020 - Current
Director of People Development & Organizational Change
Intelligent Medical Objects (IMO), Inc.
04.2019 - 04.2020
Sr. Manager, Performance & Learning, Executive Coach, Learning Facilitation SME L&D Talent in Management Development, IBM CHQ
IBM
09.2018 - 04.2019
Sr. Manager in Talent & Development & Exec. Coach
IBM
03.2012 - 09.2018
Sr. Performance Consultant, Trainer, Master Facilitator & SME in Learning Effectiveness in CHQ Management Development
IBM
10.2002 - 03.2012
Sr. Manager Consultant in Global Consulting Services
PricewaterhouseCoopers
02.1999 - 09.2002
Regional Training Manager in Global Human Resources
Coopers & Lybrand, LLP
02.1996 - 01.1999
B.S. - Engineering Psychology & Human Factors Engineering (minor in Economics)
University of Illinois
Courses Towards M.S. - Organizational Behavior (MOB)
Benedictine University
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Volunteering & Community Investment
- Commissioner, Elected - Two 4-year terms on the Board of the Park District of La Grange, including acting President of the Board
- Trustee, Elected - One 4-year term on the Library Board of La Grange
- Rock River Kayaking Club - lifetime membership in this local group in Oregon, IL
- Lead Regional Trainer/Head Referee - Six 3-year terms with the American Youth Soccer Organization Region 300
Community Investment
- Commissioner, Elected - the Board of the Park District of La Grange (2 x 4-year terms)
- Trustee, Elected - the Library Board of La Grange (1 x 4-year term)
- Rock River Kayaking Club - local group in Oregon, IL (1 x lifetime term)
- Lead Regional Trainer/Head Referee - American Youth Soccer Organization R300 (6 x 3-yr terms)
Volunteering & Community Investment
- Commissioner, Elected - Two 4-year terms on the Board of the Park District of La Grange, including acting President of the Board
- Trustee, Elected - One 4-year term on the Library Board of La Grange
- Rock River Kayaking Club - lifetime membership in this local group in Oregon, IL
- Lead Regional Trainer/Head Referee - Six 3-year terms with the American Youth Soccer Organization Region 300
Community Investment
- Commissioner, Elected - the Board of the Park District of La Grange (2 x 4-year terms)
- Trustee, Elected - the Library Board of La Grange (1 x 4-year term)
- Rock River Kayaking Club - local group in Oregon, IL (1 x lifetime term)
- Lead Regional Trainer/Head Referee - American Youth Soccer Organization R300 (6 x 3-yr terms)
Volunteering & Community Investment
- Commissioner, Elected - Two 4-year terms on the Board of the Park District of La Grange, including acting President of the Board
- Trustee, Elected - One 4-year term on the Library Board of La Grange
- Rock River Kayaking Club - lifetime membership in this local group in Oregon, IL
- Lead Regional Trainer/Head Referee - Six 3-year terms with the American Youth Soccer Organization Region 300
Community Investment
- Commissioner, Elected - the Board of the Park District of La Grange (2 x 4-year terms)
- Trustee, Elected - the Library Board of La Grange (1 x 4-year term)
- Rock River Kayaking Club - local group in Oregon, IL (1 x lifetime term)
- Lead Regional Trainer/Head Referee - American Youth Soccer Organization R300 (6 x 3-yr terms)
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