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Mattress FirmIndependent Contractor
Oct. 2022 - Oct. 2023United StatesUtilized existing materials to re-design flow of course materials. Identified and developed additional content not available. Remote facilitation of the Management Academy, one-two sessions/month with an average of 19 people per session.
Saudi Electricity CompanyIndependent Consultant
Nov. 2019 - Dec. 2020Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaDelivered executive development workshops tailored to leadership growth and strategic alignment. Designed mini-courses to enhance the Executive Leadership Development Center (ELDC) offerings. Partnered with executives to cultivate leadership capability across the organization.
Designed extensive leadership courses including, Emotional Intelligence and Business Integration
Bonfire CoachingIndependent Career and Life Coach
Oct. 2019Houston, Texas, United StatesSupport individuals in personal and professional growth using the Bonfire Coaching method. Guide clients through goal-setting, mindset shifts, and career transition.
Facilitate group coaching experiences and provide support for workshops.
Shea Writing and Training SolutionsInstructional Designer and Facilitator
Jan. 2018 - Nov. 2019Houston, Texas Area• Development of new product training using ISD • Gather content from subject matter experts
• Write content where none existed
• Facilitate Technical Writing courses for individual organizations • Facilitate Procedure writing workshop
Global Beauty ConceptsTraining And Development Consultant
Nov. 2016 - Nov. 2017Greater San Diego AreaDesigned and implemented employee development plans. Facilitated onboarding and performance management training.
Conducted Needs/Gaps Analysis and Focus groups Worked with leadership to analyze results and feedback Updated and developed course materials
WilliamsSenior Instructional Designer
Nov. 2014 - Apr. 2016Houston, Texas AreaDesigned and delivered engaging instructor-led training (ILT) programs on new systems, pipeline controller procedures, and professional development for employees and leaders. Collaborated on special projects to track and communicate federal and state compliance training, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
Kinder Morgan (formerly El Paso)Sr HR Rep II - Learning & Development
May. 2012 - Jan. 2014Houston, Texas AreaLed organization-wide management and leadership training initiatives, partnering with executives and stakeholders to conduct needs and gap analyses. Designed and executed a strategic leadership development plan across all business units. Managed vendor, subject matter expert, and participant engagement throughout an 18-month emerging leaders program. Created and maintained all communications, processes, and documentation for leadership programs to ensure consistency and scalability.
El Paso (acquired by Kinder Morgan) Principal Organizational Development Specialist
Jan. 2011 - May. 2012Houston, TexasFacilitated a variety of trainings for employees at all levels, including Change Management, MBTI, Teambuilding, and Performance Management. Applied the Instructional System Design (ISD) process to create, develop, and deliver impactful instructor-led courses. Designed and documented all communications, processes, and requirements for the internal Leadership Coaching and Assessment program. Developed an online system to request, track, and measure the organization’s coaching program, improving efficiency and accessibility.
Termix ManufacturingIndependent Consultant
Feb. 2010 - Nov. 2010Houston, Texas AreaDesigned, developed, and delivered the company’s New Hire Orientation process and training. Conducted needs assessments with employees at all levels to identify skill gaps and training opportunities. Facilitated soft skills programs, including Sales, Customer Service, Teambuilding, and Giving/Receiving Feedback. Created and maintained process documentation, training materials, and communications for all warehouse employees, ensuring consistency and clarity across operations.
FTI ConsultingTraining Manager
Apr. 2006 - Oct. 2009Houston, Texas, United StatesServed as the sole training resource for a global organization of 3,000 employees, managing all aspects of learning and development. Oversaw new hire orientation, management and leadership programs, a national training curriculum, online learning, and WebEx programs. Designed, developed, documented, and facilitated all learning and development initiatives, including curriculum standards, vision and strategy, policies and guidelines, learning paths, and vendor relationships.
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