Vanessa Goodwin
Fair Lawn,NJ
Summary
Strategic talent and culture leader with over 13 years of experience designing and scaling high-impact programs that foster learning, leadership, and organizational effectiveness. Known for driving cross-functional collaboration, enhancing the employee experience, and shaping culture through enablement, internal mobility, and data-informed strategy. A proven facilitator and change agent passionate about people growth and team development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director, Enablement & Operations
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
03.2012 - Current
- Lead global enablement strategies to improve sales team productivity and alignment.
- Drive innovation in knowledge-sharing, onboarding, and internal mobility programs.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and team empowerment through strategic leadership.
Senior Manager, Enablement & Operations
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Designed and executed GPS-wide enablement strategies including toolkits, training, and communications.
- Launched internal mobility initiatives including job shadowing and mentorship programs.
- Partnered with Sales, Product, Marketing, and Ops to align people programs with business goals.
- Oversaw team performance and career development with a focus on coaching and growth.
Global Enablement Lead
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered scalable learning and enablement programs rooted in adult learning principles.
- Facilitated onboarding, culture shaping, and team effectiveness sessions globally.
Sales Planning Manager
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
03.2020 - 02.2022
- Integrated sales enablement with operational strategy, supporting transformation efforts.
- Led collaborative efforts across revenue, pricing, and planning to boost performance.
Supervisor, Sales Planning
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed a team of 8 planners while introducing new systems and process efficiencies.
- Collaborated with internal stakeholders to build scalable sales planning resources.
Team Lead, Sales Planning
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
02.2016 - 03.2018
- Led a team of coordinators and championed systems improvements to boost productivity.
- Supported sales leadership with reporting, process enhancements, and CRM management.
Senior Sales Planner
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
04.2014 - 02.2016
- Graduated from Tripadvisor's Manager Development Program.
- Supported learning and onboarding of new team members and program documentation.
Sales Planner
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Developed strategic media plans and campaign optimization strategies.
- Contributed to training and process improvements for sales coordinators.
Sales Coordinator
Tripadvisor
New York City Metro Area
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Supported campaign execution, billing resolution, and internal communication needs.
Education
B.B.A. - Hospitality and Tourism Management
James Madison University, College of Business
12-2011
Skills
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Organizational & Culture Strategy
- Talent Development & Internal Mobility
- Program & Process Design
- Manager Enablement & Learning Journeys
- Change Management & Team Effectiveness
- Strategic Communication & Storytelling
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Certification
- Accredited Insights Discovery Practitioner
- WSET Level 1 Award in Wines, Wine & Spirit Education Trust, 09/01/24
- AWE | Accelerator, AWE, 06/01/24
Awards And Leadership
- Employee of the Year, Tripadvisor Global Partner Solutions Organization, 2023
- Internal Program Launch, Apprenticeship program recognized for innovation in DEI and career growth
- Leadership Facilitator, Led global workshops on storytelling with data, influence, and confidence
Timeline
Senior Manager, Enablement & Operations
Tripadvisor
03.2023 - 03.2025
Global Enablement Lead
Tripadvisor
02.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Planning Manager
Tripadvisor
03.2020 - 02.2022
Supervisor, Sales Planning
Tripadvisor
03.2018 - 03.2020
Team Lead, Sales Planning
Tripadvisor
02.2016 - 03.2018
Senior Sales Planner
Tripadvisor
04.2014 - 02.2016
Sales Planner
Tripadvisor
04.2013 - 03.2014
Associate Director, Enablement & Operations
Tripadvisor
03.2012 - Current
Sales Coordinator
Tripadvisor
03.2012 - 03.2013
B.B.A. - Hospitality and Tourism Management
James Madison University, College of Business
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