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Led the global formulation and execution of strategy for development of individual and organizational capabilities to deliver the organization's strategic priorities. Led the training function including the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of programs. Provided processes, programs, tools, resources, and functional expertise related to talent management, talent review & calibration, succession planning, performance management, 360-degree feedback, career development plans, workforce planning, employee engagement, organizational design, leadership development and learning & development. Automated talent management processes through the implementation of SuccessFactors platform.

Directed staff of professionals and managers to conceive, establish and drive the globalization of the learning and talent development function. Established strong relationships with executives, senior managers and HR colleagues to understand needs, create engagement and to build programs to maximize global workforce performance while reducing costs.* Instituted a global governance structure with representatives from all business units, functions and regions to achieve excellence, standardization and harmonization across the learning organization.* Designed four world-class leadership development programs for top talent, reducing dependence on outside vendors.* Evaluated the effectiveness, efficiency and business outcome of learning initiatives using the Talent Development Reporting Principles (TDRP).

Optimized financial and operational strategies to transform regionally diverse learning functions into a unified worldwide organization with reduced costs and streamlined processes. Collaborated with key stakeholders including senior leadership and business unit leaders to assess organizational strengths, identify talent gaps and deliver effective, high impact strategies in sales training, leadership development and other global talent management functions. Developed key metrics to measure reaction, learning, behavior change, and business results including ROI and market share.* Recognized with a 2009 CEO excellence award for the successful deployment of an enterprise-wide sales training program spanning all regions and business units.* Created a highly successful, customized, in-house, global leadership curriculum for high potential employees. Reduced the reliance on outside consulting services and decreased costs by 55%.* Designed and rolled-out a prioritized three year L&D strategy aligned to culture and business initiatives, including the strategic learning architecture for leadership development and sales training.* Reorganized and unified complex corporate functions and developed performance interventions.* Provided executive coaching using 360 degree assessments tied to Emotional Intelligence.* Launched a global LMS and Diversey university. Developed 37 online courses and enrolled 10,000 learners in the first six months.

Managed global training of 120,000 personnel in 60 countries across 4 strategic business units (SBUs). Created an environment of continuous learning by developing and mentoring a diverse team of designers, developers, trainers and subject matter experts.* Provided expert knowledge and influenced executive leadership in the areas of creative learning strategies, organizational development and performance consulting. * Negotiated and partnered with industry-leading vendors to achieve strategic business objectives.* Initiated a self-funding, fast-track, cross-organizational team of Managers to produce John Deere University. Achieved alignment and trust in a highly-matrixed global environment across multiple SBUs, while building stakeholder support for training efforts. * Effectively led a culture shift at John Deere in the learning environment. Utilized sound change management processes to work through diverse technical and cultural challenges.

Provided consulting services to a variety of clients and business leaders. Transformed the focus of training departments to emphasize human performance consulting. Wrote and acted as Lead Facilitator for a wide variety of training programs. Applied all phases of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT). Facilitated training using accelerative learning and experiential learning in both instructor skills and technical topics.• Authored, marketed and facilitated highly interactive, learner-centered workshops, such as the Dynamic Accelerative Learning System (DALS) and Culture Shift to Performance Improvement. • Provided consulting services, including human performance analysis, development of training materials, and one-on-one coaching of trainers. Marketed, coordinated and administered all duties to operate the business. Developed and maintained business web site.

Measured radiation and contamination levels. Made recommendations for protective measures. Managed four direct reports and total staff of over 100 technicians.