Richard A. Bell Email & Phone Number

Asheville, North Carolina, United States

As the Organizational Development leader at Buncombe County government I have one simple goal: Create a supportive, equitable and inclusive learning environment where every person has the opportunity to be great!

Us And Canada

Part of the Blue Stone Strategy group, working exclusively with native American tribes to further economic development and professional development for tribal enterprises. Responsible for the assessment, analysis, development and design of strategic initiatives contributing to tribal success. I assess the operations and am responsible for evaluating service standards within an operation, conducting performance gap analysis at the line staff and management levels, and then creating and implementing programs aligned with operational and strategic goals. Additionally I assist in the development of an internal marketing plan to ensure integration and ongoing success of the programs. Required to travel to various locations around the country, maintain accurate and detailed travel and expense records and submit in a timely manner. Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and new people at all levels of an organization. Develop relationships at all levels of an organization, synthesize new information quickly and assess needs based on limited input. Extremely organized and detailed oriented with excellent written and interpersonal skills. Extremely proficient at identifying and communicating outcomes and tying them to organizational success and KPI’s. (WIIFM)

Austin, Texas Area

I am proud and delighted to work with one of the best companies in America! With over 500 stores and facilities in the US, Canada and UK, Whole Foods Market is the leader in providing healthy food life options.As the Leader of Global Training I get to work with some of the most amazing and passionate people I have ever met.I assist in supporting WFM Global operations and develop comprehensive and engaging training that aligns with our mission, values and leadership principles. One of our core values is to "Promote Team Member Growth & Happiness" and we seek to offer continued opportunities for every Team Member to develop and learn.

Austin, Texas Area

Kinnser is the premiere provider of software for the post acute care health industry. I manage a wonderful group of experienced and passionate trainers that provide training directly to our customers. In this position I am responsible for all aspects of customer facing training once they have purchased our software. I manage a team of 12- 15 Trainers who work with customers to identify challenge areas, determine needs, develop solutions and evaluate progress ultimately resulting in greater efficiency and effectiveness for our end users. We are adept at a blended learning approach and multiple learning disciplines including classroom, e-learning, distance and creation of written materials.

Spartanburg, Sc

Specialize in analysis and identification of skill gaps for multiple projects including customer service, technical skills, operating systems and organizational processes. Adept at a blended learning approach and multiple learning disciplines including classroom, e-learning, distance and creation of written materials. Developed targeted training materials and systems to address operational needs tied to competencies. Created and implemented project management timelines for rollout, implementation, facilitation and metrics for determining success of projects. Conducted numerous train-the-trainer sessions to ensure consistency and quality of instruction. Managed 19 corporate trainers directly to ensure the rollout was successful and implementation went smoothly and successfully for 5000+ employees in over 1100 offices in the United States and Mexico.

Immokalee, Fl

I have worked with the Seminole Tribe for nearly ten years in various capacities. My responsibilities as Director of Human resources encompass all disciplines of HR. My strategy for a successful HR operation is to build a great team and focus on three primary areas: Efficiency, Effectiveness and Innovation. Beyond the traditional areas of on-boarding, training, benefits and employee relations I know the HR team can be a strategic business partner to the operation and positively contribute to the bottom line.

Southwest Florida/Naples Area

I have worked for the Seminole Hardrock Brand in numerous roles and capacities. In this position I was responsible for all aspects of training from new hire orientation to executive level coursework. I worked independently with departments to identify challenge areas, determine needs, develop solutions and evaluate progress ultimately resulting in greater guest service experiences and team member development.

Responsible for the research, development, design and implementation and support of Training and Development for all staff levels.

Responsible for the research, development, implementation and facilitation of all learning for 2500 employees. Includes new employee orientation to leadership development.Creating and developing a global strategic plan for the educational growth and development of the Park workforce in a unique, challenging and constantly evolving environment. I also participate in and assist in the development of recruitment, employee relations and HR processes regularly.

Responsible for all aspects of training; including development, design, implementation and facilitation from new employee orientation to leadership development.Additionally I was responsible for keeping the brand "vibe" alive with thousands of employees and millions of guests annually.

Upon relocating to Florida from the San Francisco Area I obtained a position with Liberty as a Corporate Trainer. Though the opportunity proved to be short-lived due to restructuring, it was a great learning experience. I had the opportunity to work closely with some very talented individuals in a heavily regulated corporate medical environment. I designed and developed a sales training program for the large call center as well as facilitated all sessions ranging from new employee orientation to Management & Leadership.

San Francisco Bay Area

All aspects of complete business operations: hiring, recruiting, scheduling, training, evaluation, Human Resource management and development of partners. I was also a prolific regional trainer for SF bay area, community philanthropy ambassador and award winning business manager. Successfully and efficiently managed multiple locations with more than 50 employees, including the second highest volume store in the Bay Area.

Responsible for training hundreds of individuals to speak in public educating students on sensitive health-critical issues. Coordinated and managed the program with education agencies around California, Co-authored state wide manual used by 32 agencies throughout California. Additionally, involved extensively in grant writing to obtain funding, and local fundraising efforts.

Professional Certificates In Instructional Design And Training & Instructional Delivery, Training & Development

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