Sara Martin Email & Phone Number

United States

Solution Advisor to Cloud Customers

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Accomplished management consultant and expert in driving business growth, change strategy and orchestrating systemic transformation. I thrive in an environment that empowers people to think differently about what is possible in a culture that is committed to results that benefit people, business, and the needs of society. Known as a:CONNECTOR OF PEOPLE & SOLUTIONS that drive business growthRESPECTED BUSINESS STRATEGIST & CONSULTANT who drives value creationHIGH-INTEGRITY THOUGHT… Show more Accomplished management consultant and expert in driving business growth, change strategy and orchestrating systemic transformation. I thrive in an environment that empowers people to think differently about what is possible in a culture that is committed to results that benefit people, business, and the needs of society. Known as a:CONNECTOR OF PEOPLE & SOLUTIONS that drive business growthRESPECTED BUSINESS STRATEGIST & CONSULTANT who drives value creationHIGH-INTEGRITY THOUGHT LEADER who activates systemic transformationGuides delivery teams in strategy development through execution. Responsible for sales development and successful delivery. • Responsible for building Salo HR Solutions new business line, annual sales targets and managed revenue• Proven success at developing strategy and implementing transformational programs at large/global organizations• Leads development of Salo solutions talent pipeline • Facilitates onsite workshops to identify desired future state talent management, business process and business outcomes.• Focused leader on building lasting client relationships and meeting their consulting needs • Created all IP and methodology for service line Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Leads self and teams to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic, resilient, inclusive and passionate manner. Guides delivery teams in strategy development through execution. Responsible for sales development and successful delivery. Engagement director for transformation projects. Active community involvement leader. • Articulates compelling vision for the team and aligns team capabilities with engagement project goals• Responsible for $5,000,000 in annual… Show more Leads self and teams to make a difference and deliver results in a responsible, authentic, resilient, inclusive and passionate manner. Guides delivery teams in strategy development through execution. Responsible for sales development and successful delivery. Engagement director for transformation projects. Active community involvement leader. • Articulates compelling vision for the team and aligns team capabilities with engagement project goals• Responsible for $5,000,000 in annual sales and managed revenue• Proven success at developing strategy and implementing transformational programs at large/global organizations• Leads change management strategy and adoption to support rollout of shared services with deployment of SaaS solutions.• Facilitates onsite workshops to identify desired future state talent management, business process and business outcomes.• Trusted advisor to senior level clients assisting them in solving complex business problems• Leader in building the PwC Workday practice for the U.S. Firm Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Leads HR strategy through assessment, development and implementation of talent management and development initiatives. Directs organizational strategy, process design, requirements definition and functional transformation programs. Focuses on the behavioral aspects of technology adoption, with a focus on measurable talent and business outcomes. Acts as engagement manager leading clients through HR transformation activities.• Develops change management strategy and HR service delivery plan,… Show more Leads HR strategy through assessment, development and implementation of talent management and development initiatives. Directs organizational strategy, process design, requirements definition and functional transformation programs. Focuses on the behavioral aspects of technology adoption, with a focus on measurable talent and business outcomes. Acts as engagement manager leading clients through HR transformation activities.• Develops change management strategy and HR service delivery plan, which includes communications and marketing, training, and Tier 0 (online, self-service) resource planning.• Collects information on talent management processes to effectively determine needed changes and support.• Advises IT and HR leadership on shared services model to deliver enterprise-wide changes and support. Proven success at developing strategy and implementing HR and HR Shared Service programs and strategy at large/global organizations• Leads change management strategy and adoption to support rollout of shared services with deployment of SaaS solutions.• Facilitates onsite workshops to identify desired future state talent management, business process and business outcomes.• Experience managing teams and projects/programs in a global HR environment• Extensive vendor management experience specifically with SaaS based solutions • Led variety of large integrated talent management system implementations (SuccessFactors, Workday, Taleo, Kenexa). • Advises HR Leadership on global implications of technology deployment.• Guides clients through Request for Proposal process for talent management technology vendor selection Show less

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Talent Management consultant focused on helping organizations achieve business results through full optimization of people, process and technology. Primary expertise is in the areas of Performance Management, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Change Management, and HR Systems.

Eagan, Mn

Provided day-to-day HR support and strategic project support, from the assessment of workflow processes to the development of effective workforce strategies. • Implemented new initiatives to increase productivity, improve employee relations, maximize morale, and enhance organizational goals.• Implemented global leadership competency platform to create consistent worldwide talent framework.

Focused on the design and implementation of training and change management strategies in support of business objectives. Designed programs for 2000+ employees and led staff of 8 in the management of L&D goals. Managed a budget of $500,000+. • Project manager for SuccessFactors on-line Talent Management System implementation and InForm workforce planning software.• Partnered with the University of Minnesota to deliver professional development workshops.• Implemented new learning… Show more Focused on the design and implementation of training and change management strategies in support of business objectives. Designed programs for 2000+ employees and led staff of 8 in the management of L&D goals. Managed a budget of $500,000+. • Project manager for SuccessFactors on-line Talent Management System implementation and InForm workforce planning software.• Partnered with the University of Minnesota to deliver professional development workshops.• Implemented new learning management system on schedule within an 8-week timeframe.• Managed Root Learning Map project and delivery workshops, as well as Employee Engagement Survey, for 2000 employees.• Developed performance management and competency philosophy and program.• Lead annual employee engagement survey process and vendor selection.• Implemented learning management system (RFP to Deployment).• Developed leadership development program for all people leaders.• Developed talent review and succession strategy and process. Show less

Developed leadership development and mentoring programs, as well as a college recruiting strategy, to support the corporation wide talent management strategy. Designed and implemented a formalized succession planning process to implement companywide.• Oversaw the Minneapolis headquarters physical building move, conducting change management skills workshops for department move captains and select managers.• Developed plan for corporate communication strategy linking Lean Six Sigma and 4… Show more Developed leadership development and mentoring programs, as well as a college recruiting strategy, to support the corporation wide talent management strategy. Designed and implemented a formalized succession planning process to implement companywide.• Oversaw the Minneapolis headquarters physical building move, conducting change management skills workshops for department move captains and select managers.• Developed plan for corporate communication strategy linking Lean Six Sigma and 4 Disciplines of Execution. • Facilitated a formal talent sourcing and development strategy to maintain talent pipeline, including employee value proposition, employee branding, and workforce planning.• Developed and implemented Leadership Forum for emerging talent.• Redefined Performance Management process and tools.• Developed and implemented corporate wide mentor program.• Responsible for college recruiting/intern program for Finance and IT. Show less

Created and implemented new companywide learning and development programs including a manager training and development, store orientation program, corporate orientation, succession planning, store HR training program, a customer service training program, and multimedia video for recruitment and orientation.• Change management team member for new Oracle inventory management and accounting system implementation.• Lead development of key store training initiatives.• Project manager for… Show more Created and implemented new companywide learning and development programs including a manager training and development, store orientation program, corporate orientation, succession planning, store HR training program, a customer service training program, and multimedia video for recruitment and orientation.• Change management team member for new Oracle inventory management and accounting system implementation.• Lead development of key store training initiatives.• Project manager for new process and system for background and drug screening program.• Responsible for New Manager training and development• Developed store orientation program• Developed and facilitated corporate orientation• Assisted District Managers with Succession Planning• Developed and facilitated Store HR Training Program• Developed Customer Service training program• Developed Multi-Media Video for recruitment and orientation Show less

Ma, Organizational Leadership

Ba, Adult Learning & Development

Mini Mba Non Profit Management