Greg Brenner

University of Miami

What I do: As the Associate Vice President of Talent and Organizational Development within Human Resources I sit on the HR Leadership Team reporting to the CHRO/VP of Human Resources for the University of Miami. In addition to that team, I sit on the Executive HR Leadership team for UHealth & the Miller School of Medicine (the only academic medical center in the region) reporting the CHRO/VP of HR.  

I have the honor to lead the Talent & Organizational Development team as we get to partner with leadership and staff across "the U" and our academic healthcare system to conduct strategic planning sessions, design and run employee experiences such as I am the U and We Care which is our first-day orientation programs, executive coaching, team-building and intervention facilitation, change management/leadership, organizational design, conflict resolution, along with leadership and staff development programs. My team and I also administer our talent management and engagement program.

I have a wonderful and dedicated team who make this work come alive, every day at the highest levels. They truly make a difference and do their part together to transform lives at the U!

Associate Vice President Human Resources - Talent & Organizational Development 

As the Assistant Vice President of Talent and Organizational Development within HR I sit on the HR Leadership Team reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources. 

This wonderful group of people I am lucky to lead is fortunate to partner with leadership across "the U" and our academic healthcare system to conduct strategic planning sessions, design and run employee experiences such as I am the U which is our first-day orientation program, executive coaching, team-building and intervention facilitation, change management and leadership, organizational design, conflict resolution, along with leadership and staff development programs. We also administer our engagement survey among other duties as assigned.

I am so lucky to have a very dedicated team who make this work come alive, every day at the highest levels, they make a difference and do their part together and transform lives at the U!

Assistant Vice President,                            Human Resources - Talent and Org. Development

Talent and Organizational Development (TOD) serves the University community on all things cultural, setting the stage and enabling leaders to create the right work environment in making the University a great place to work, learn, and grow. A part of engagement is talent management, which is creating structure around succession planning and career paths in addition to  interpreting employee surveys that can bring about positive change. Another large part of TOD is diversity and inclusion. Understanding that diversity of thought and backgrounds is what makes UM s special place to be is in the fabric of this organization. 

Organizational Development (OD) also serves the entire University community, largely working with leaders and their teams from strategic planning, team building, change management, team interventions, and one-on-one executive coaching. OD gets to the heart of issues and helps teams work through their differences in a proactive and professional manner. Confidentiality and trust, when working with leaders, is the staple of OD.

I am fortunate to be surrounded by truly talented professionals who are the fuel to the success of Talent and Organizational Development. These same people find their passion in training, development, and diversity with the only focus being on how to help others succeed and grow.

Executive Director of Talent & Organizational Development - Human Resources

Organizational Development is part of Workforce Engagement and Development at the University of Miami. OD at the University assists leaders, faculty and staff through change initiatives, strategic planning, and coaching. The OD team is committed to being an internal consultant and strategic partner.

Director of Organizational Development - Human Resources

Today's organizations operate in a rapidly changing environment. Consequently, the long term viability of any organization is its ability to effectively manage these changes, and the impact of these changes on its most important asset…its people. Organizational Development (OD) strategies assist leadership in building team strengths that improves and sustains organizational performance and efficiency.

Organizational Development Specialist - Human Resources

Everyday People by The HR Dad

Everyday People Podcast - By The HR Dad is about Everyday People and their Real Stories! Listen to the podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. For more information thehrdad.com.

Extraordinary things happen all around us, all the time, with everyday people just like you and me. We are all Smack Dab in the Middle of Life and this is where the magic happens. Behind every individual, there is a great big story. My podcast is dedicated to telling your big story.

Podcaster - Everyday People Podcast - By The HR Dad

The HR Dad

You know how people struggle with their personal lives at the intersection of navigating their professional career? We all know people who have this struggle. If this is you, you must know you are never alone. 

Many times people feel fractured, invisible and undervalued at home and or at work. I use the power of storytelling, humor, and authenticity to help people grow and believe. From my experience as a Dad, and as an HR leader, I give practical advice to begin to fill up the fractured cup of fulfillment. 

I love to write, think, speak and coach about the lessons learned from home and work. Leaders matter, people matter and you certainly matter!

Applebee's / Applesauce Inc.

As Regional HR Manager, I was responsible for the HR functions of an area of over 900 employees. I reported directly to the COO and VP of HR, and had a close working relationship with the Director of Operations for our area in South Florida.

My responsibilities included handling sensitive information investigations, recruiting, leadership and  compliance training.

Regional HR Manager

Gables Restaurant Management

I was the operating partner in this business venture.  I ran the day to day operations that included financials, hiring, training, marketing, quality assurance, and team building.

President

Applebee's

As the Training General Manager, I was responsible for the day to day operations of this business while managing a staff of over 60 employees. In this role, I was also charged with the training of new managers.

Training General Manager

Recognized as one of the 2021 TOP 50 Most Impactful People of LinkedIn by Ahmad Iman. I am also known as The HR Dad and a thought leader whose mission is to Serve & Inspire Others So That People can Grow. I am a good kind of obsessed with building great work environments so that people can succeed in all facets of their life.   

I am the author of the Smack Dab in the Middle of Life series. My passions are with all things people. In collaboration with my incredible wife, I have two wonderful kids, a nineteen-year-old son and a sixteen-year-old daughter who make me distinctly qualified to be the Dad. 

At work, I support a wonderful team who has taught me to learn, inspire and grow as the Associate Vice President of Human Resources, Talent and Organizational Development at the fantastic University of Miami and Health System – UHealth. 

I cherish the time to write about HR, leadership, daily life. Thanks to my team, colleagues, network, and family, I always have plenty of material. Writer’s block is never a problem. Some say I can be very funny, sometimes serious but always authentic. 

👀 Specialties: 
Executive coaching • organizational development • listening • strategic planning/thinking • fun • the employee experience • culture transformation • human resources • recruiting • hiring • compensation negotiations • employee relations • conflict resolution & interventions • operations • leadership training and team building.🌞

Rob Polon

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Emotions can be the heaviest weight to burden. Bringing us together and shedding light on why men often have an inability to ask for help and find themselves hiding behind fake smiles. We need to shed the outer layers and get comfortable with who we are and not afraid to bare it all with confidence that we are not alone. This is a podcast that brings us together in comfort and reality with "real" people. We metaphorically get naked in the hot tub where the most comfort comes when we shed the layers that cover who we truly are, what we believe and where our emotions and life experiences can impact others just like us. No one is ever alone!

Founder

Climb Channel Solutions

Brand Sales Specialist / Vendor Management

Account Executive

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Humanizing the digital world and getting to know the people behind the content.

The Artest Foundation

Executive Team

126k Fashion Inc.

Cofounder and President / Career Branding Specialist

Agilant Solutions, Inc.

Hybrid technical and sales role for a value added reseller and liaison for acquiring SLED customers. Providing business advisory, digital transformation and consulting and operational services including infrastructure optimization, security, mobility, cloud and big data.  Research, review and coordinate all activity pertaining to RFP and RFI research and response. Proactive approach to all license renewals.

Senior Account Executive

Aquwiss "World's Most Sustainable Water Solutions with Digital Media"​

Engage with environmental conscious organizations to raised awareness for water conservation and sustainability options in the commercial space.  Project responsibilities included coordinating with organizations and venues to generate revenue and further established relationships.

Regional Technical Account Manager

Commvault

Responsible for the project lifecycle, including defining technical requirements, business analysis, design, implementation, testing and deployment. Manage all project tasks including schedules, budgets, and resources, to ensure that quality solutions are delivered within time and cost constraints Build and manage successful client relationships to ensure client satisfaction for State and Local Government, Education (SLED) and Healthcare. Articulate the technical advantages of the Commvault offerings for successful adoption and frictionless path to a technical “yes” and happily, renewing and reference-able  customer.

Pre-sales Engineer

ACB Receivables Management, Inc.

Collections Agency specializing in the healthcare industry where my responsibilities encompassed every aspect of the business. Comprehensive knowledge of the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) was required to make business decisions on behalf of our customers daily. Responsible for ensuring all budgetary requirements were met and IT infrastructure was secured. Responsibilities included overseeing the infrastructure of technical operations, eliminating risks and maintaining daily operations. .

Business Development Executive

Commvault Systems

Served as liaison in a post-sales role between all organizations of Commvault and assigned customers with a global presence. Maintained constant communication with customers to ensure an unsurpassed experience with respect to all customer needs.  Assisted with roadmap planning and feature deployment as well as any support requirements. Proactively coordinated all license and feature renewals.  Continually trained all customers prior to new feature and software deployment and ensured any necessary onboarding was executed. Provided value with onsite visits and reporting to ensure continued success.

Business Critical Support

Product Certification Manager

Just Be Podcast: Living Naked | Leveraging life to get you "unstuck," gain exposure, and create impact. Veteran. Community Builder.

Army Veteran with an entrepreneurial spirit who is on a mission to humanize the digital era.  Change is inevitable so it is imperative to embrace it when possible and foster it when needed - prepare for the unknown and claim victory. 

I have a great passion for serving others as needed by creating bridges between, offers, needs, and demand. I am a people person!

Endowed with a strong ability to create lasting, meaningful, and powerful connections, I thrive in a fast-paced and relationship-driven environment, where teamwork, customer relations, and sales are some of the core foundational elements. 

I have a keen ability to adapt and work in any environment, but my values remain unchanged: high ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism in everything I do. 

WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE:

➡️ Team First Mentality - No obstacle is to great or to small.  A team is made up of many unique individuals and it is that uniqueness of the team that make it very powerful.  A well united team is capable of anything.
➡️ Open Mindedness - Understanding various perspectives allows for more informed decision making and greater success. In the end team success is at the desired result and informed decision making with associated risk assessment provides for greatest success. 
➡️ Flexibility - No two paths are the same and each journey will have its obstacles. The goal is to have the ability to navigate each obstacle, pivot where needed and continue to move forward. 

MY TOP 5 ATTRIBUTES:

➡️ Partnerships builder
➡️ Leadership
➡️ Sales
➡️ Team work
➡️ Communication

SPECIALTIES:

➡️ Customer Success and Experience
➡️ Branding (career and personal)
➡️ Technology
➡️ Connecting
➡️ Educating and Empowering 
➡️ Sales
➡️ Project Management 

AREAS OF INTEREST: 

➡️ Career Branding
➡️ Personal Branding
➡️ Customer Success and Experience
➡️ Technology
➡️ Recruiting
➡️ Sales

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