Dick Watson Email & Phone Number

• Proactively assess critical needs of key business partners through consultation and the exercising of business acumen to help influence critical changes regarding enhancements and delivery needs• Actively communicated, marketed and demonstrated the impact of Learning & Development accomplishments and projects to the business through the delivery to 4,000 plus team members annually.• Managed the performance and allocation of of 10 to 20 locally/ remotely based team members to ensure… Show more • Proactively assess critical needs of key business partners through consultation and the exercising of business acumen to help influence critical changes regarding enhancements and delivery needs• Actively communicated, marketed and demonstrated the impact of Learning & Development accomplishments and projects to the business through the delivery to 4,000 plus team members annually.• Managed the performance and allocation of of 10 to 20 locally/ remotely based team members to ensure capacity was effectively utilized in response to ongoing and key business needs• Accountability to foster an environment for managing operational, reputational, and market risks and to prepare team with their understanding of regulations and compliance• Provided ongoing, candid and constructive coaching and performance feedback formally and informally to elevate L&D Facilitator’s performance * Proactively communicated with business regarding training plans for all delivery initiatives to ensure consistency, eliminate risk and appropriately manage expectations and responsibilities Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area - And Other Locations

Led a highly effective and engaged team to deliver accurate training in support of new hire and upskilling business needs. Fostered a team culture to navigate change and to master risk management. Drive for results through building relationships and consulting with business partners to ensure alignment of goals and outcomes.

Mendota Heights, Mn - And Other Locations

Managed a team of Learning and Development professionals at multiple locations across the country, to deliver training specific to each site’s critical client based business needs. Built relationships and provided consultation with each site to ensure consistency, alignment and compliance.

Mendota Heights, Mn

Launched the training program delivered to 3,000 plus new hires, in alignment with business and compliance needs. Managed a team of locally based facilitators to support ongoing new hire training, upskilling of existing staff, and the professional development of supervisors/managers.