Susanna Williams's Linkedin Analytics

I am seeking a full-time #OrganizationalDevelopment or #PeopleOperations leadership role with a $5M - $30M revenue growth-stage company where I can put my broad experience and diverse skillset to use. As a talent and leadership development expert with 15+ years of experience, I've empowered organizations of all sizes - from startups to multi-million dollar companies - to achieve significant results. I'm committed to building thriving workplaces through strategic project leadership, impactful employer partnerships, and data-driven organizational development. Strategic Talent Development: * Collaborated with HR and leadership teams in diverse businesses to create career pathways through registered apprenticeships, career pathway development, and employer connections to training programs resulting in a better prepared and engaged workforce * Initiated and implemented innovative solutions to enhance workforce skills and close talent gaps, including a proposal for prior-learning based microcredentials Employer Partnership Development: * Managed a high-profile partnership with Boeing to launch a hybrid aerospace assembly mechanic training program to provided a highly skilled workforce pipeline for the Boeing 737 MAX * Brought a key corporate stakeholder to the table in the early strategy development for the Union Square Tech Training Center, clarifying the mission and operations of the Center * Developed & delivered presentations to inform employers about the importance of career pathways, apprenticeships, and skills-based hiring Internal Organizational Development: * Identified and addressed core organizational dysfunctions at a $1.4B company, streamlining processes and improving efficiency. * Implemented data-driven recommendations and change management initiatives to cultivate high-performing teams and staff alignment for multiple higher education and workforce development organizations across the US and Canada. * Proven track record of leading and executing complex projects, ensuring successful implementation and measurable impact including spearheading a $1M partnership with Arizona State University, aligning Girl Scout badges with STEM based college credit over six months, boosting young women's college access Key Skills: Strategic Planning & Workforce Development Employer Partnership Building & Relationship Management Change Management & Program Development Data Analysis & Communication Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Continuous Improvement