National Retail Regional Trainer, Southeast
Orlando, Florida
In my role as National Retail Regional Trainer, I oversaw the development of Learning and Development content across various projects. I worked closely with local District Managers to pinpoint performance gaps and deliver focused Skill Builders and Workshops, leading to enhanced employee performance and productivity. I also spearheaded training initiatives, managed training projects, and fostered strategic partnerships with external training organizations and national third-party vendors, resulting in improved operational efficiency and performance excellence.My Key Accomplishments:• Identified organizational needs and formulated targeted training strategies in collaboration with local management and retail partners, resulting in enhanced performance and developmental opportunities for individual associates and team dynamics.• Independently led comprehensive training initiatives for Best Buy account, overseeing team of approximately 490 VPL Experts and ensuring successful execution and maintenance of their New Hire and Ongoing Training programs over two-year period.• Facilitated impactful training sessions at high-profile events with over 500 attendees, including General Managers and top performers nationwide, resulting in heightened engagement and improved skill acquisition.• Led development and execution of various projects, including New Hire training for multiple vendors, ongoing developmental training for internal teams, support documentation creation, and implementation of highly effective COVID-19 Training Response plan.• Currently holds comprehensive array of certifications including ENH, SMA I, Sprint Training Camp, Triple C, Connect Now, SWOS, and BBY Sprint Expert, showcasing commitment to professional development and expertise in the field.• Previously spearheaded training and development efforts across three districts in Tampa, FL, until January 2018, driving organizational growth and employee development initiatives.