Andy Storch

Own Your Career Own Your Life

I am on a mission to teach and inspire more people to own their careers. I do this via my book, podcast, speaking engagements, and training program. Companies hire me to teach their people how to own their careers so that they are more confident, engaged, have more conversations with their managers, and stay with the organization longer, which saves the company thousands of dollars. 

I've worked with companies across multiple industries and spoken to employees all over the world. 

I have worked with several different organizations and pride myself on a fundamental understanding of what is needed to drive successful career development and growth.

Author and Speaker

Talent Development Think Tank

The Talent Development Think Tank Community is the #1 place for L&D and OD professionals to network, share best practices, get questions answered and accelerate their success. We have a private LinkedIn group and weekly Zoom calls with expert speakers so members can learn the latest trends, get questions answered and achieve their goals. 

Come join us! 
https://tdtt.us/

Founder and Host

Talent Development Hot Seat

The Talent Development Hot Seat is a podcast for Talent & Leadership Development professionals to share and learn from each other about the latest trends in the industry. Each week, the podcast will feature a new interview with a leader in the Talent Development/L&D world and ask them to share their greatest accomplishments, challenges and some of the top trends they are seeing in the L&D profession. 

WHY YOU SHOULD LISTEN: Each week, I share insights that will allow the listeners to learn about the latest tools and trends and to become more successful in their own jobs as Talent Development professionals. The podcast will also feature thought leaders who are making a difference in the Talent Development world

WHY BE A GUEST: Not only do you get a chance to share your experience, wisdom and POV, but I also love helping my guests build their personal brand. Here is a quote from one of my guests who runs L&D at a very large multinational company: 

"Thanks again Andy, this thing is helping me create a solid professional brand... something I’ve been trying to be much more intentional about the past two years."

Visit our website: 
http://talentdevelopmenthotseat.com

The Andy Storch Show

I created this show to share my personal development journey along with many lessons to help and inspire others. This show was about starving your fears and achieving big goals and we did just that before the show eventually morphed into the Own Your Career show when I published my book, Own Your Career Own Your Life. All episodes are still live and can be heard by scrolling back on the Own Your Career show. 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/own-your-career-formerly-the-andy-storch-show/id1231942958

Advantage Performance Group

As a partner at APG, I had the privilege of working with clients to create and implement experiential learning solutions to equip individuals, teams, and organizations to do the best work for their lives. I was fortunate to represent some really amazing thought leaders like Liz Wiseman, Brent Snow, Kelly Dozois, as well as BTS and Root Learning. I was also certified to facilitate such great programs as Multipliers, Influence Inside, Decision Mojo, and others.

Partner

The Entrepreneur Hot Seat Podcast

The Entrepreneur Hot Seat was my first podcast and one where I interviewed entrepreneurs of all types to hear what had made them successful. I learned a ton by doing this show and it was really the start of my entreprneurial journey. This show eventually morphed into the Andy Storch Show and then the Own Your Career show, but you can still find all of the episodes on iTunes and other places by going to the Own Your Career show: 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/own-your-career-formerly-the-andy-storch-show/id1231942958

Founder & Host

BTS was where I truly cut my teeth as a consultant and facilitator. I was very lucky to work with great leaders and organizations and to fly all over the world to run workshops teaching strategy, finance, leadership, and business acumen. Some clients included Salesforce, Oracle, Autodesk, Deloitte, KPMG, Accenture, Toyota, and more. 

This is also where I discovered my knacks for building relationships, facilitating engaging programs, and getting results. 

I am very proud of my time at BTS and love the culture I got to be part of and still recommend the organization today.

Consultant, Facilitator & Sales Enablement Manager

Farmers Insurance

Managed communication and marketing of all homeowners products in California ($1.2B in annual premium) for the 3rd largest US insurance company. This included creating new products, communicating changes to 4,400 agents and leading projects to reduce costs and improve profits.

Product Manager

The Zenith

Analyzed data to improve efficiency of operations and claims settlements.

Senior Data Analyst

We'll Sell It, Inc.

Ran all operations, sales, customer services, business development, communication, public relations and training for the flagship store.

Store Manager/ eBay Sales Expert

I'm an author, speaker, consultant, connector, podcaster, conference, and community host. I also identify as a husband, father, friend, expat, cancer survivor, and ally. 

And I'm on a mission to teach and inspire people to own their careers, live with intention, and achieve their goals. 

The most common way I work with organizations is as a keynote speaker, speaking on topics such as owning your career, preparing for the future, embracing uncertainty, modern leadership, achieving goals, and more. I also have a cohort-based training program that goes deeper on the topic of owning your career and preparing for the future. 

I am also the founder and host of the Talent Development Hot Seat podcast (over 500 episodes and 500K downloads since 2018) as well as the Talent Development Think Tank conference and membership community. Check us out at https://tdtt.us/ 

If you are looking for a dynamic speaker for your next event, reach out and let's talk. 

Some topics I often speak about include...
🎤  Owning Your Career
🎤  Owning Performance and Achieving Goals
🎤  Mindset and Embracing Uncertainty 
🎤  Modern Leadership
🎤  Building and Owning a Personal Brand to achieve more career success
🎤  Preparing for your next career change
🎤  Increasing Engagement and Connection through Community
🎤  Entrepreneurship, Podcasting, and Building a Personal Brand
🎤  The Most Valuable Skills of the Future

Learn more at andystorch.com or reach out to book something. 

And if you work in talent development and want to grow in your career, check out my podcast - the Talent Development Hot Seat - as well as the Talent Development Think Tank conference and community. I'm here for you! --> https://tdtt.us/ 

Let’s connect! 😀😀😀😀😀

Degreed

Senior Director, Learning Strategy

Senior Director, Client Experience - Academies 

Attract, develop, and retain your talent with a Talent Academy that: 

1) gives employees access to best external skill-building courses and programs through stipends, education benefits, or scholarships 
2) allows you to build your own programs that are cohort-based, hands-on, and collaborative

Easily meet every key learning moment and drive business performance.

Director of Academy Enablement (Learn In)

Advantage Solutions: Sales, Marketing, Technology

Led and supported a variety of initiatives to support our people, brands, and business goals.

Vice President, Learning & Development & Business Leadership – Advantage Culture & Commerce (Jan 2021 – Feb 2022)
▪ Led and managed skill-specific learning programs and academies
▪ Supported client-facing training initiatives
▪ Managed Culture initiatives and ongoing Pulse Surveys
▪ Business lead for Dole Foods.  

Vice President, Business Leadership – Edge Marketing (Sept 2018 – Jan 2021)
▪ Business lead for a variety of clients: Smithfield Foods, Jack Link's, Dole Foods, Organic Valley, and Three Dog Bakery. Led a cross-functional team of 15+ associates supporting client service, strategy, creative and digital projects. 
▪ Responsible for team and client-specific onboarding and training initiatives. 
▪ Helped created and lead the DE&I task force
▪ Created and managed new hire onboarding experience
▪ Established and managed Intern Programs
▪ Supported Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) initiatives and helped develop and launch a mentor and sponsorship program

Account Director – Edge Marketing (April 2016- Sept 2017) and Senior Account Director – Edge Marketing (Sept 2017 – Sept 2018)
▪ Business lead for Smithfield Foods client. Led a cross-functional team of 15+ associates supporting client service, strategy, creative and digital projects. 
▪ Responsible for team and client-specific onboarding and training initiatives.

Vice-President - Business Leadership and Learning & Development

Member: Talent Development Think Tank
🗓️ April 2021 - February 2024
The Talent Development Think Tank (TDTT) Community is where talent development professionals come together to share best practices, discover the latest trends, hear from experts and solve challenges so that they can perform better in their jobs and help their companies develop their people more effectively.

Facilitator & Coach: Own Your Career, Own Your Life
🗓️ October 2022 - December 2022
Helping people find ways to get in the driver's seat and Own their Career.

Learning Consultant, Facilitator & Brand Director: Learning Cluster Design
🗓️ February 2022 - June 2022
Helped learning experience creators disrupt one-and-done, one-size-fits-all learning experiences and drive lasting impact. Learning Cluster Design (LCD) Model that surrounds users with learning assets for real behavior change.

Consulting & Community

The Big Rip Brewing Company

Co-Owner

Dairy Farmers of America

Director, Corporate and Commercial Marketing

Brand & Product Manager

Developed and executed brand strategy and integrated support for multiple dairy brands in the U.S. and China.

Analyzed quantitative, qualitative and syndicated data to understand the Chinese consumers and  launch a new dairy brand in China. 

Managed marketing budget for working media and creative development resulting in increased sales. Presented monthly category and brand performance reviews to senior management.

Executed local retailer promotions through in-store signage, targeted digital marketing, social media, and product demonstrations. 

Led cross-functional team of operations, supply chain, finance and sales through Stage Gate process to launch various new items and identify opportunities to increase revenue.

Managed multiple advertising and promotional agencies to implement innovative advertising campaigns.

Senior Associate Brand & Product Manager

- Responsible for turning strategic initiatives into measurable results through the continuous development and management of the Borden brand identity, positioning and $14MM consumer advertising and promotions budget.
- Managed working relationships with advertising and promotions agencies to develop breakthrough creative while ensuring marketing support is in alignment with brand strategy, sales objectives, and retailer specific programs.
- Led weekly cross-functional sales, marketing, finance and operations business performance meetings to discuss key sales forecasts, financial measures and plant operation initiatives.
- Maintained awareness of current consumer trends and provide fact-based recommendations relating to category consumption, specific consumer insight and media use trends utilizing IRI, Spectra and qualitative and quantitative consumer research.
- Directed interactive strategy through on-line initiatives including website development and maintenance, social media platforms and integrated on-line advertising.

Associate Brand & Product Manager

Sullivan Higdon & Sink

- Launched year three of a $16.8M integrated marketing campaign for a national consumer packaged goods brand, which increased base volume sales over 15% 
- Lead partner agencies and internal team in brand planning and execution to create an integrated marketing campaign
- Managed research projects to assist with the formulation of marketing strategies
- Closely monitored and analyzed effectiveness of campaigns, sales volumes, market share trends and competitive activity
- Worked closely with clients throughout campaigns, managing administrative and organizational work to ensure work is completed on time and on budget
- Assisted in new product development beginning with ideation and on to commercialization

Senior Brand Manager

The Art Institutes International - Kansas City

- Facilitated classroom learning of core marketing and account management competencies for undergrads

Adjunct Instructor

American Advertising Federation - Kansas City

Served on the ad2 council as Special Events co-chair and Vice President

ad2 council member

Nicholson Kovac

- Successfully planned, negotiated and implemented print and out-of-home media campaigns for business to consumer and business to business clients
- Provided strategic and tactical rationale to clients on various publications as well as out-of-home mediums
- Researched and provided strategic feedback on various media channels
- Established quality relationships with media representatives as well as internal Nicholson Kovac staff to effectively contribute to quality marketing communication plans

Media Buyer (7 months) and Assistant Media Buyer (1yr)

Piropos Restaurant

- Developed, planned and promoted all special events and created trade show displays and strategies
- Researched industry competition to refine and strengthen marketing techniques
- Designed flyers and promotions to promote banquets and increase restaurant sales

Banquet and Marketing Manager (Variety of Positions)

I'm a Learning Strategist, Consultant, Speaker, and Facilitator with a passion for Talent Development. I can help you upskill your team at scale with Internal Talent Academies and help you drive engagement by leveraging principles of marketing. 

With 20 years of Marketing and Business Management experience and a concentration in Learning and Development over the past five years, I have tackled a variety of Talent Development experiences over my tenure:

☑ Led and supported skill-specific learning programs and academies
☑ Client training programs
☑ Created and managed new hire onboarding experiences
☑ Established and managed Intern programs
☑ Created and supported Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
☑ Managed Culture initiatives and ongoing Pulse Surveys
☑ Created and led the DE&I task force
☑ Developed mentor and sponsorship program

I live at the Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri with my husband, Josh, and fur-baby, Penny. In my spare time, you'll find me volunteering as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) and Fire Fighter for our local fire department, traveling, reading, or relaxing near the lake.

I look forward to learning alongside you!

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