WILLIAM C. TAKEWELL
Learning and Development
New Orleans,Louisiana
Summary
Resourceful and innovative educator, speaker, and facilitator with over 11 years of experience in learning and development for a wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Organizational Learning Consultant – Workforce Development
LCMC Health, Organizational Development
05.2023 - Current
- Works closely with System and facility leaders to plan and implement change and cultural transformation strategies that support the System's vision, mission, values, and strategic goals
- Designs and implements training and development solutions that support and advance the organization's vision, mission, values, and strategic goals
- Proactively identifies skill, knowledge, and /or performance gaps
- Collaborates with leaders and subject matter experts at all levels of the organization in assessing, designing, delivering, and evaluating professional development solutions and programs
- Designs and delivers training and development solutions for diverse audiences using a variety of training methods and delivery mediums (virtual training, instructor-led training, etc.); maintains programs on an on-going basis and coordinates all program logistics (scheduling, faculty coordination, catering, etc.) Utilizes adult learning principles and practices in the design, development, and delivery of instructor led and virtual training
- Leads / facilitates instructor-led and virtual training and teambuilding experiences
- Provides project management leadership for System and department initiatives, as required, by helping to define project goals, developing timelines, managing stakeholder engagement and communications, and resolving (and/or escalating) issues, as needed
- Effectively manages multiple, competing projects, priorities, and deadlines
- Measures, monitors, and reports on program impact, effectiveness, and Return on Investment; continuously evaluates programs to ensure that they meet/ exceed internal and external quality benchmarks.
- Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
- Provided subject matter expertise on all courses, materials and lesson plans.
Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach
Gallup/Independent Coach
12.2019 - Current
- Independent CliftonStrengths Coach with specializations in working with college students, higher education faculty and staff, human resources, as well as managers and teams
- Work with clients to improve professional development, management effectiveness, team dynamics, conflict resolution, team performance, career transition and leadership development.
- Analyzed and evaluated team performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
- Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
Interim Assistant Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Southeastern Louisiana University, Office for Student Engagement
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Advised, supported, and monitored the work of the three FSL governing councils (National Pan-Hellenic Council, Collegiate Panhellenic Council, and Interfraternity Council) at Southeastern
- Advised and coordinated the Delta Psi Chapter of Order of Omega
- Supervised and supported the work of the Multicultural and International Student Affairs (MISA) Coordinator
- Directly supported campus-wide programming for FSL students including, but not limited to, recruitment, intake, large-scale events and late-night programming, as well as educational and leadership development programs
- Served as a member of the student organization conduct intervention team and hazing prevention task force
- Contributed to the overall leadership development programs in the Office for Student Engagement at Southeastern Louisiana University.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Associate Director for Student Leadership and Engagement
University of Mississippi, Ole Miss Student Union
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Supervises, directs and monitors assigned program areas including, but not limited to, leadership programming, student activities, and student organization management
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Navigates, interprets, and proposes changes to student programming and Registered Student Organization (RSO)-related policies, procedures, and operations
- Manages the development of student leadership curriculum and programming for students
- Serves as advisor to the Associated Student Body, student government, and offers primary guidance including, but not limited to, event planning, leadership development, financial accountability, student activity fee allocation process, and risk management
- Assessed risks associated with team activities and implemented appropriate procedures to mitigate potential problems.
- Primary advisor for RebelTHON, the University of Mississippi's Dance Marathon
- Oversees the management of the RSO event registration process and related RSO trainings
- Develops, manages, and serves as the primary administrator for the budgets for the Associated Student Body, Student Activities Association, RebelTHON and The Big Event
- Prepares budget proposals, annual reports, and revenue generation initiatives for assigned areas
- Represents the Ole Miss Student Union department and the University of Mississippi on various committees, boards, and associations
- Serves on the Student Organizational Conduct Intervention Team
- Develops student learning outcomes and assessments for the Ole Miss Student Union based on student leadership competencies.
Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life
University of Kentucky, Dean of Students
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Advisor to the UK Interfraternity Council on matters related to peer governance, recruitment, risk management and leadership development
- Developed curriculum for, and implemented, the Council Officer and Chapter President Retreat (CPR) for all council officers and chapter presidents of the University of Kentucky's four governing councils
- Attended The Leadership and Training Studio's Program Design School and assisted in migrating leadership development programs to the program design school format for the FSL Office
- Engaged council officers in Kentucky Fraternity and Sorority Life specific leadership development curriculum through the Joint Council Officer Training (JCOT) Series each month
- Created new curriculum and content for Fraternity and Sorority Life 101 for all new members of FSL organizations
- Curriculum guides new members through community building, awareness of policies and what to expect as a new member of a chapter
- Worked collaboratively with fellow FSL staff members to develop the FSL Strategic Plan for 2018 – 2021
- Facilitated a variety of programs for students including Alcohol Skills Training Program (ASTP), hazing prevention, chapter officer orientations, leadership competencies and recruitment counselor trainings.
Director of the Student Activities, Involvement, & Leadership (SAIL) Center
Millsaps College Division of Student Life
08.2015 - 01.2018
- Created and implemented new SAIL Center structure for Millsaps College Student Life and new brand for the College
- Responsible for development, implementation, and evaluation of new student orientation programs for all first year and transfer students
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Responsible for the migration of Millsaps Campus Life functional areas into new student engagement office
- Director of first year experience, Foundations and welcome weekend programming
- Advisor to the Millsaps Interfraternity Council (IFC), National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), Panhellenic Council (CPC)
- Worked collaboratively with Millsaps Residence Life to oversee fraternity and sorority housing corporations
- Managed annual student activities fee allocation of $250,000
- Responsible for all first-year experience leadership, service-learning and engagement curriculum
- Collaborated with student leaders as the advisor to the Millsaps College Student Body Association
- Supervised staff of three professionals (two full-time; one part-time) with different levels of programmatic responsibilities including large-scale event management.
Student Activities Manager
The University of Southern Mississippi Union Complex
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Advisor to the Southern Miss Activities Council (SMAC) and advisor to the Student Activities Ambassadors program
- Responsible for assessment of SMAC and Student Activities initiatives and managed $150,000 budget of council
- Worked collaboratively with USM's Center for Community and Civic Engagement to advise the USM Big Event Committee and assist students in implementing their service projects and community engagement programs
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity.
- Assisted in the implementation and development of Annual Student Leadership Summit
- Responsible for maintenance of Office of Student Activities website
- Responsible for coordination of the Office of Student Activities Awards process and award ceremony.
Communication Specialist for Student Activities
The University of Southern Mississippi Union Complex
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Responsible for all office communication (social media, print pieces, brochures, Student Activities Blog, etc.)
- Assisted in the development of office and department assessment tools and learning outcomes for workshops, fairs, and Student Activities Ambassadors Program
- Responsible for supervising and training Student Activities Hub desk assistant student workers
- Responsible for coordination of the Student Activities Awards process.
Education
Master of Education - Educational Administration
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication & Development
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2012
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Technical Training
- Project Management
- Organizational Development
- Adult Learning Theory
- Change Management
- Training Delivery
- Curriculum Development
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Training Program Development
- Training Materials Development
- Team Member Development
- Cross-Cultural Competence
Certification
- Society for Human Resources Management - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), May 2023 - May 2027
- Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, December 2019 - December 2028
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
Awards and Recognition
- Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity Advisor of the Semester, Spring 2023 2023
- Southeastern Louisiana University Multicultural Advisor of the Semester, NPHC Fall 2022 2022
- Children's Miracle Network Dance Marathon National Advisor of the Year 2022
- University of Mississippi Student Organization Advisor of the Year 2021
- ACUI Closing the Gap Inaugural Class Member 2020
- University of Kentucky Student Organization Advisor of the Year 2019
- ACUI Richard D. Blackburn New Professional of the Year Award 2018
- Order of Omega Outstanding Fraternity and Sorority Professional of the Year 2017
- Millsaps College Student Organization Advisor of the Year 2017
- Interfraternity Institute (IFI) 2016 Fraternity Executives Association Scholarship Recipient 2016
- ACPA Coalition for Graduate Student and New Professionals Annual Convention Scholarship Recipient 2016
- Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors (AFA) Foundation Annual Meeting Scholarship Recipient 2015
- Association of College Unions International Region III Outstanding New Professional 2014
- Joseph S. Paul Outstanding Student Affairs Graduate Student Award 2014
- Southern Miss African American Student Association (AASO) Staff Member of the Year 2013
Learning and Development Experience
Keynotes
Gamma Iota Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Summer Leadership Symposium - 2023, 2024, & 2025
- Keynote speaker and trainer for Gamma Iota Sigma Insurance and Actuary Honor Society's Leadership Symposium for organizational leaders and advisors.
- Facilitated keynote titled "Your Authentic Leadership Journey" and delivered a four-hour leadership development program for officer transition and goal-setting
Louisiana National Guard - State Office for Family Programs
- Keynote speaker and trainer for May 2023 annual conference for service members, support officers, and their families.
- Facilitated workshop titled "Every Day Inclusion" highlighting trends and tips for creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people.
Louisiana Hugh O'Brien Leadership Summer Symposium
- Keynote speaker for HOBY's July 2023 Leadership Symposium for high school juniors.
- Facilitated keynote presentation titled "Bring You: Your Authentic Leadership Journey".
Conference Presentations
- Takewell, W. C. (2022) Managing Crisis with Student Leaders. ACUI Annual Conference 2022, Chicago, IL.
- Takewell, W.C. (2021) Managing Crisis with Student Leaders. ACUI Region III Regional Conference, Virtual.
- Takewell, W.C. (2020) Authentic Leadership in Action. PULSE Leadership Conference, Oxford, MS.
- Takewell, W.C. (2019) How to Meaningfully Build Community Between Your Councils. Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV) Central Conference, Indianapolis, IN.
- Takewell, W. C. (2017) Bringing You—Authentic Leadership Practices. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Gainesville, FL.
- Takewell, W. C. (2017) Motivational Interviewing and How to Use It in Student Affairs Practice. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Gainesville, FL.
- Takewell, W. C. (2017) Getting Involved with I-LEAD and I-LEAD Connect. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Gainesville, FL.
- Takewell, W. C. (2017) Bringing You—Authentic Leadership as a Peer Mentor and Orientation Leader. Workshop for Orientation Leaders. National Orientation Directors Association Region VI (SROW) Conference, Statesboro, GA.
- Martin, G. M., & Takewell, W. C. (2016) "Bumpin' Up Against People and Their Beliefs": Narratives of Student Affairs Administrators Creating Change for LGBTQ Students in the South. Research Paper Presentation. ACPA International Conference, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
- Takewell, W. C. (2015) Designing and Advocating for Social Justice. Practices and Implications Presentation. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Raleigh, N.C.
- Takewell, W.C. and Cimino, H. P. (2015) Developing Peer Mentoring Programs on Campus. Best Practices Presentation. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Raleigh, N.C.
- Takewell, W.C. and Cimino, H. P. (2015) SOARing Into Action: Organization Analysis, Action Plans, and Goal Setting. Best Practices Presentation. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Raleigh, N.C.
- Takewell, W.C., Jaeger C. D., & Fox E. E. (2015) Navigating the World of Student Affairs as a New Professional. Best Practices Presentation. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Raleigh, N.C.
- Takewell, W. C., Klipsch, E. K., & Rivera-Ruiz, N. (2015) Programming for Diversity in the Deep South: Saying and Doing. Presentation, National Association for Campus Activities National Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
- Takewell, W. C. (2014) Designing for Social Justice. Practices and Implications Presentation. Association of College Unions International Region III Conference, Atlanta, GA.
- Takewell, W. C. (2014) The Experience of Gay Men in College Fraternities. Research Presentation, University of West Florida's Men's Conference, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL.
- Martin, G., Takewell, W. C., and Miller, A. (2014) Values Added?: Exploring the Educational Effects of Student Affairs Professionals. Research Presentation, ACPA College Student Educators International, Indianapolis, IN.
- Takewell, W. C. (2014) The Enemy in the Midst: Gay-Identified Men in Christian College Spaces. Research Presentation, The University of Southern Mississippi Graduate Student Research Symposium.
Additional Consulting & Advising Work
Alpha Chi Omega Sorority
- Leadership academy small group facilitator for chapter presidents track (2016 & 2017) Indianapolis, IN.
Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority
- Master Facilitator (2017 – 2018) responsible for working with chapters through the organization's Illuminate program and mentoring chapter leadership.
Association of College Unions International (ACUI) Institute for Leadership Education and Development (I-LEAD)
- Small group facilitator for international sessions (2015 & 2016)—Colorado Mesa University (2015) and University of Puget Sound (2016)
- ACUI I-LEAD Program Team Lead/Lead Program Facilitator for international sessions 2017 – 2019—UMass Lowell (2017), Kansas State University (2017) and West Chester University (2018).
- I-LEAD Connect Program Lead for Virginia Commonwealth University (2018) and University of Kentucky (2020).
Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values (AFLV) Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute
- Lead facilitator (2022) – Indiana University, Bloomington
- Lead facilitator (2024) - Montana State University
North-American Interfraternity Conference (NIC) IMPACT and LAUNCH
- Small group facilitator for campus sessions—UT-Austin (2016), Birmingham Southern College (2017), and Samford University (2017)
- Lead facilitator for IMPACT and LAUNCH Programs at Ole Miss (2017), University of South Carolina (2017), Mississippi State University (2018), University of Southern Mississippi (2018), Illinois State University (2018), Austin Peay State University (2019), Indiana University (2019), Stevens Institute of Technology (2019), University of Louisville (2020), Stevens Institute of Technology (2020), Clemson (2020), Stevens Institute of Technology (2022), Kennesaw State University (2022), Ohio University (2023), and Marshall University (2023).
North-American Interfraternity Conference Undergraduate Interfraternity Institute (UIFI)
- Small group facilitator (2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016)
- Lead facilitator (2017)—Denison University Session
- Lead facilitator (2018)—Texas Christian University Session
- Lead facilitator (2019) – Penn State University Session
Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity
- 2017 – present Alcohol Skills Training Program and Social Strengths Workshop Facilitator
- Summer 2018 Leadership Institute Small Group Facilitator
Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity
- 2017 – present Alcohol Skills Training Program Facilitator
- Small group track facilitator for 2018 regional conference, Birmingham, AL
Sigma Kappa Sorority
- Small group facilitator and chapter mentor for regional leadership conferences held in Tulsa, OK (2015), Dallas, TX (2016), Los Angeles (2017), and Cincinnati (2018)
Timeline
Organizational Learning Consultant – Workforce Development
LCMC Health, Organizational Development
05.2023 - Current
Interim Assistant Director for Fraternity & Sorority Life
Southeastern Louisiana University, Office for Student Engagement
06.2022 - 06.2023
Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach
Gallup/Independent Coach
12.2019 - Current
Associate Director for Student Leadership and Engagement
University of Mississippi, Ole Miss Student Union
09.2019 - 06.2022
Assistant Director for Fraternity and Sorority Life
University of Kentucky, Dean of Students
01.2018 - 09.2019
Director of the Student Activities, Involvement, & Leadership (SAIL) Center
Millsaps College Division of Student Life
08.2015 - 01.2018
Student Activities Manager
The University of Southern Mississippi Union Complex
04.2014 - 08.2015
Communication Specialist for Student Activities
The University of Southern Mississippi Union Complex
07.2012 - 04.2014
Master of Education - Educational Administration
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Arts - Organizational Communication & Development
Southeastern Louisiana University
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