Vincent Battles
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic senior manager with a 20-year progressive career in diverse industries within the human resource vertical. Proven track record of designing, optimizing, writing, and implementing talent management strategies, as well as providing conflict-resolution initiatives for global matrix organizations with over 80K employees. Insightful and creative strategist partnering with cross-functional business executives, including HRBPs, to strategize personnel-management solutions. Recognized for expertise in identifying and developing high-potential talent, driving organization transformation, and spearheading projects to enhance organizational structure and effectiveness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Lecturer
The University of Texas at Dallas
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and delivered a dynamic professional development curriculum to more than 50 graduate professional health predoctoral students, fostering critical skill development and career growth
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth while maintaining confidential information
- Fostered an inclusive environment that addressed diverse learning needs and philosophies and equity in education.
Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
Elbit America
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Spearheaded full-cycle hiring and campus branding strategy, achieving successful execution within 90 days
- Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency in sourcing and hiring top talent
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and the executive team to align recruitment strategies with business goals
- Created and delivered accurate reports on recruitment metrics to stakeholders.
Leadership Development Recruitment Program Manager
Heartland Dental
05.2018 - 01.2023
- Co-created the Impactful Wisdom Podcast, reaching 8000+ downloads, providing career strategies for dental students
- Conscripted virtual professional workshops, including career coaching, networking and while delivering measurable onboarding metrics
- Established strategic partnerships and hosted corporate functions within eight multi-state dental schools, increasing measurable brand visibility
- Led change management efforts, supporting staff through transitions and promoting buy-in for new initiatives
- Developed a framework for consistent talent development and succession planning
- Nominated by executive leadership to serve on belonging and inclusion steering committee as SME and advocate for the development of business resource groups
Founder and Operating Principal
BS2 Professional Leadership Development Firm, LLC
01.2014 - 04.2018
- Supported high-profile clients, including Chewy.com, Baylor Scott & White Health, and DrPepper Snapple, in talent attraction, talent development and retention efforts.recruitment initiatives, resulting in a 25% increase in the talent pool
- Partnered with HRBPs to develop comprehensive candidate assessments, ensuring the right fit for both the organization and the individual
- Developed and executed strategic reports to analyze recruitment data and drive decision-making.
MBA Leadership Development Program Senior Advisor
American Airlines
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Developed and implemented leadership development programs for high potential summer intern participants with 80% offer and 65% acceptance rates
- Overhauled the internship and cooperative education programs for engineering and analyst job profiles including implementing and facilitating onboarding and team building opportunities
- Managed recruitment support for 25+ departments and analyzed recruiting data to drive strategic decision-making
- Collaborated with the executive team and HRBPs to align leadership development initiatives with company goals
- Created and maintained detailed reports on program effectiveness and participant progress.
Inflight Recruiter
Southwest Airlines
Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP)
Kimberly Clark Corporation
Air Transportation Logistic Supervisor
United States Air Force
Together We Dine Facilitator
Project Unity
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted 50+ year-to-date corporate and community racial and justice group conversations, addressing sensitive issues
- Facilitated more than 2+ per month dines with 20 to 100 small-group dialogues, managing group dynamics
- Built credibility and trust with participants through consistent and effective communication.
Education
Doctor of Education - Organizational Leadership
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TXMaster of Business Administration - Organizational Management
University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TXBachelor of Science - Speech Communication/Human Resource Management
Texas A&M-Commerce
Commerce, TXSkills
- Talent Management
- Succession Planning
- High Potential Development
- Innovative Solutions
- Organizational Structure
- Development Planning
- Culture Development
- Individual Development
Certification
Professional in Human Resources (PHR), HRCI
Timeline
Academic Lecturer
The University of Texas at Dallas
08.2023 - Current
Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant
Elbit America
03.2023 - 04.2024
Together We Dine Facilitator
Project Unity
03.2023 - Current
Leadership Development Recruitment Program Manager
Heartland Dental
05.2018 - 01.2023
Founder and Operating Principal
BS2 Professional Leadership Development Firm, LLC
01.2014 - 04.2018
MBA Leadership Development Program Senior Advisor
American Airlines
01.2008 - 01.2014
Inflight Recruiter
Southwest Airlines
Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP)
Kimberly Clark Corporation
Air Transportation Logistic Supervisor
United States Air Force
Doctor of Education - Organizational Leadership
Southern Methodist University
Master of Business Administration - Organizational Management
University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Science - Speech Communication/Human Resource Management
Texas A&M-Commerce
Professional in Human Resources (PHR), HRCI
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