Robert Eklund Email & Phone Number

Serves as a Training Manager/Developer for the United States Army Recruiting and Retention College. Analyzes, designs, develops, and validates training products and resourcing documents for the Advanced Recruiting Course using the Systems Approach to Training (SAT) process for Active and Reserve recruiters to perform critical tasks identified within their duty description. Supports an annual class load of over 3,000 students. Communicates, coordinates, and provides guidance to students; ensuring training is conducted IAW regulations, and Program of Instruction (POI). Provides monthly reports, after action reports, and training evaluations on the status of classes. Maintains working relationships with evaluated instructors. Performs duties as Blackboard administrator.- Analyzed, Designed, Developed, Implemented and Evaluated the Army Center Leader Course for the United States Army Recruiting and Retention College.- Developed training standards, guides, methods, and aids to meet the Army Learning Model requirements.- Expertly managed the training of over 750 students in the career field of sales and marketing with an additional focus on market analysis and leadership.

Fort Knox, Ky

Performed duties as an instructor, writer, and developer in the Army Recruiter Center Leader Course; administers training to students in accordance with regulatory guidance; assists in the development of training publications and training support products; develops lesson plans and end-of-course test materials; makes necessary recommendations for actions regarding academic training or eliminating students from the course in accordance with Army regulations.- Educated over 1,200 students in market analysis, public speaking, leadership methods, sales and marketing resulting in the US Army to achieve their enlistment goals for the fiscal year.- Selected above 52 personnel to instruct the upper level management course for the Recruiting and Retention College.- Chosen as Top Instructor for Fiscal Year 2016; embodied the teach, train and lead concept

Fort Knox, Ky

Performed duties as an instructor, writer, and developer in the Army Recruiting Course; administers training to students in accordance with regulatory guidance; assists in the development of training publications and training support products; develops lesson plans and end-of-course test materials; makes necessary recommendations for actions regarding academic training or eliminating students from the course in accordance with Army regulations.

Manchester, Tn

Served as the senior enlisted advisor to the commander (CEO) on all aspects of operations. Responsible for training, human resources, marketing, advertising, logistical support, and directs daily operations for the organization. Implements tactics, techniques, and procedures to train & mentor 10+ talent acquisition representatives in exceeding mission objectives; manages all personnel actions; enforces individual and organizational standards. Coordinated direct support, enforces quality control standards, and facilitates constructive conflict resolution. Utilizes leadership development programs to manage, train, and evaluate District Managers. Built, maintained, and resourced high performing cohesive teams. Directs an organizational sponsorship program for clarity on initial expectations of new talent.- Directed and led an Army Recruiting Station in an area covering 3,700 square miles with a population of 179,355 while supervising 12 employees.- Built and maintained relationships with 22 high schools, six colleges, and VIP influencers within the local community.- Implemented and maintained a production management system to include the planning and execution of lead generation activities.- Built a cohesive team of 12 diverse employees while being reasonable for their professional development, moral, health, and welfare. (Recognized as top manager in six states)

Contacted individuals and conducts interviews with those who are prospective enlistees into the Army; contacts representatives of schools, corporations, civic groups, and other agencies to present the career and employment opportunities of the Army; presents formal and informal talks to organizations, groups, or individuals; writes, edits, and presents recruiting material for use by local communications media; interviews and counsels individuals on incentives, benefits, and educational opportunities; evaluates applicants, using screening tests; prepares forms and documents as part of enlistment processing; counsels disqualified applicants; assists in market research and analysis of recruiting area.Achievements:• Managed full life cycle recruiting and placing clients in needed positions, full and part time positions• Directed team of recruiters with priority on time management to achieve and exceed company goals • Coached leads in effective interviewing skills for the Army flight and Officer Candidates • Handled all Employee Relations and Performance Management issues • Sourced candidates through: Twitter and LinkedIn; Cold Calls; Employee referrals; and job fairs• Met with hiring managers to discuss specifics of role, job market Intel and interview process • Pre-qualified and screened candidates based on job specific duties to ensure best fit for position• Executed updates on enlistees and exceled in lead generation from active and prospective clients• Gained market intelligence by evaluating market trends and developing a quarterly SWOT analysis• Served as a mentor for dozens of new recruiters to create a successful work ethic and recruiting skills

Schofield Barracks, Hi

Provided leadership for over 30 personnel from different career fields during conflict in hazardous conditions; providing purpose, direction and motivation to accomplish America’s mission.

Turki, Iraq

Camp Humpries, Korea

Fort Jackson, Sc

Fort Myer, Va

Woodbury, Tn

Commerce, Ga