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Todd Grazier

COLUMBUS,OH

Summary

Accomplished Executive Coach at Business of People, leveraging strategic thinking and exceptional communication to drive client success. Proven track record in enhancing executive decision-making and interpersonal skills, leading to significant leadership transformations. Expert in fostering growth mindsets and ethical leadership, ensuring sustainable business improvements.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Executive Coach

Business of People
02.2009 - Current
  • Cultivated a high-performance mindset among clients by sharing best practices in time management, prioritization, and delegation techniques.
  • Facilitated lasting success for businesses facing succession planning challenges by helping identify potential future leaders and preparing them for their new roles.
  • Developed comprehensive executive development plans to address individual strengths, weaknesses, and career goals.
  • Improved communication skills of executives by providing guidance on public speaking, presentation techniques, and interpersonal dynamics.
  • Increased client confidence in decision-making through targeted coaching sessions and role-playing exercises.

Youth Services Manager

Columbus Metropolitan Library
06.1994 - 12.2016
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
  • Introduced process improvements that led to faster resolution times for customer issues without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
  • Acted as a liaison between clients and internal teams during project execution phases guaranteeing clear communication lines were open throughout entire project lifecycles.
  • Initiated cross-functional team collaborations to address complex customer challenges efficiently while fostering a collaborative working culture within the organization.
  • Implemented best practices in workflow management to ensure timely completion of tasks without compromising quality or client satisfaction levels.
  • Spearheaded initiatives aimed at reducing costs while maintaining high service standards across all functional areas of responsibility.
  • Assisted in talent acquisition efforts for the service department, identifying top candidates with relevant skills and experience needed to support organizational growth initiatives.

Operator

NOLA Regional Library System
08.2004 - 08.2011

Library Media Specialist

Hilliard City Schools
08.1996 - 12.1999
  • Instructed students and staff in research processes and understanding copyright, fair use and licensing of intellectual property.
  • Maintained relevant, organized and correctly catalogued library and technology collection based on careful analysis of student needs.
  • Promoted library through public relations avenues such as library website and newsletter.
  • Collected and analyzed data to periodically evaluate school library media programs for continuous improvement against measurable goals.
  • Motivated students to use instructional technology to promote achievement of learning objectives.
  • Instructed students on research techniques and use of online resources.

Education

Master of Science - Library Science

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA

Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio
Columbus, OH
08.2011 - 05.2018

Skills

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Ethical Leadership
  • Growth Mindset
  • Design thinking
  • Executive Presence
  • Influencing skills
  • Feedback Delivery
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication

Timeline

Gestalt Institute of Central Ohio
08.2011 - 05.2018

Executive Coach

Business of People
02.2009 - Current

Operator

NOLA Regional Library System
08.2004 - 08.2011

Library Media Specialist

Hilliard City Schools
08.1996 - 12.1999

Youth Services Manager

Columbus Metropolitan Library
06.1994 - 12.2016

Master of Science - Library Science

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Pittsburgh
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