• Mentor for Employees in Poland, Romania, United States and United Kingdom• Partner with executive teams that include SVPs, VPs, and other senior leaders to design and execute innovative talent initiatives that drive employee development and cultural transformation.• Responsible for the execution of the Employee Engagement Initiatives across 33 locations, and 11,628 employees• Specialize in developing and launching programs that address key developmental needs, including managerial coaching programs focused on enhancing development conversations. • Lead unique Development and Talent initiatives, that includes aligning North and South America Talent pools with critical programs in leadership and diversity. • Developed and Launched a Career Development Series and Coaching Initiative that reached 500 employees and managers in 2024• North American lead for performance, potential, and succession processes, facilitating collaboration between regional and global teams. • Oversee ZF Listening Programs, including onboarding and employee engagement analytics, to improve workplace experiences in North America. • Ensures diversity, equity and inclusion principles are incorporated into talent management strategies across Europe, North America, and South America.• Global Trainer for Inclusive Leadership focusing on first-line leaders in Compensation, Research & Development/Engineering, Manufacturing Plants, and HR Operations• Corporate speaker on mindfulness and wellness in the workplace, reaching 120 Employees in Europe, North America, and South America • Collaborate with HR IT on Employee Analytics for Talent Development, Performance Data and Internal Talent in the Americas• Provides consultation for Senior Leaders and Talent Acquisition on Internal Recruitment and Employee Placement for North and South America

Competency Development Program Manager at ZF, I played a pivotal role in defining and managing competencies for a global workforce, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies. Key accomplishments include:• Led the Competency Definition for the global Plant Manager Development Program (PMDP), partnering with training experts and plant leadership to drive development.• Key stakeholder in global competencies for the IT function in partnership with HR business leaders and subject matter experts, ensuring skill alignment for over 1800 IT Employees• Created a Competency Navigator for financial controlling in ZF’s largest division, driving functional excellence• Oversaw training and reskilling initiatives in Manufacturing Plants for North America’s eMobility sector, addressing critical skills gaps in North America impacting 600+ employees.• Led the eMobility Product Exhibition Event across six U.S. and Mexico locations, orchestrating cross-functional collaboration with communications, operations, and product teams.Our team earned the prestigious 2023 Deutsche Personalwirtschaftspreis Award for the eCademy initiative, reflecting our dedication to employee development and cutting-edge solutions.

As Global Technical Training Supervisor, I led the development of innovative learning solutions, collaborating with internal technical experts across global locations to drive employee growth and operational excellence. Key initiatives included:• Developed tailored eLearning materials for product line training, ensuring business continuity and adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic for employees in Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas• Established a structured 30-60-90 day onboarding process for engineering teams across 11 global locations, enhancing employee integration and productivity• Implemented a feedback mechanism to capture insights from managers and employees, driving continuous improvement in training effectiveness. • Co-Created the Engineering Competency Management Online Portal (ECMP), a digital tool for skill assessment that streamlined development conversations between managers and employees. • Ensured compliance with IATF and German audit requirements for employee development and training, aligning training programs with critical business processes for a division supporting 5000 employees. • Supported customer improvement initiatives by addressing skill development needs to meet evolving requirements.

My role centered on building strategic partnerships and initiatives that provided impactful workforce development solutions across Michigan, contributing to the state’s economic and educational growth. As Program Manager, I oversaw 306 STEM, Health, Mechatronics, and technical programs, managing approximately $30M in grants to enhance industry-education partnerships.Key Leadership Initiatives:• Led the oversight and execution of all aspects of event management, ensuring alignment with key policy discussions, program development, stakeholder engagement, and funding strategies, driving impactful outcomes in workforce development and public education.• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing and interpreting state and federal statutes to ensure compliance and apply regulations in education and labor development initiatives. • Collaborated with MEWDC to design industry-specific competencies, ensuring alignment between educational institutions and workforce needs. • Developed statewide strategies to strengthen apprenticeship pipelines, addressing workforce shortages in the energy sector and creating pathways for students and veterans. • State Partner for the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Talent Pipeline Management initiative, tackling the skills gap through collaborative workforce solutions. • Ensured secondary and post-secondary leaders and institutions were in compliance with federal civil rights standards

Mentored non-traditional students to achieve their learning objectives, with a focus on enhancing critical skills such as problem-solving, communication, and conflict resolution. My approach empowered students to overcome challenges and navigate complex educational and professional environments with confidence and competence.

• Developed learning materials tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing ability to assess individual needs for 7000 students. • Ability to present complex information in an engaging, accessible way; useful for presentations and training • Strong organizational skills and task prioritization development through people management of 35 students at any given moment• Fostered a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere, promoting teamwork and diversity aligned with district values• Oversaw the operations of a school retail store with an annual sales volume of $60K, driving profitability

Led the development and execution of high-impact online promotional campaigns for major retailers and international clients. This included overseeing legal requirements, creative direction, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful launches that drove engagement, brand visibility, and revenue growth. My leadership ensured the seamless delivery of digital marketing initiatives, consistently meeting business objectives and client expectations.

Oversaw the comprehensive management of the customer e-commerce platform, ensuring seamless operations across product availability, marketing and promotions, site content, and customer service. Additionally, led the design and implementation of the corporate website, aligning digital strategies with business goals to enhance customer experience and drive engagement. My leadership ensured optimal performance and strategic growth across both e-commerce and corporate web presence.

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