Deanna Jones
Lawrenceville
Summary
Training and development professional with a focus on enhancing organizational performance. Experienced in designing impactful training programs and fostering continuous improvement. Skilled in instructional design, leadership development, and performance assessment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Training and Development Manager
Home Grown Industries
07.2024 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams through strategic coaching and mentoring for managers.
- Promoted continuous improvement culture by implementing best practices in adult education.
- Optimized departmental performance via needs assessments, aligning training with objectives.
- Achieved efficiency in training delivery by leveraging technology for content creation and management.
- Increased employee engagement with customized training solutions for diverse learning styles.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using key performance indicators to enhance curriculum design.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate industry trends into training materials.
Training Coordinator
Blue Roo Bakery
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Maintained accurate records of employee training participation and progress towards objectives.
- Collaborated with managers to design training plans aligned with goals.
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling and registration.
- Provided coaching and mentoring for employees pursuing professional growth.
- Developed instructional materials such as presentations and handouts.
- Evaluated training effectiveness and made adjustments to optimize outcomes.
- Promoted continuous learning culture by encouraging engagement in training.
Regional Field Trainer
Burger Lounge
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Promoted company core values during public speaking and workshops.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify sales team skill gaps, creating tailored training solutions.
- Established partnerships with vendors for cost-effective educational resources.
- Managed budgets while ensuring high-quality training delivery standards.
- Achieved high employee satisfaction ratings through engaging and interactive training experiences.
- Implemented continuous improvements in training based on evaluations and industry best practices.
Field Trainer
Le Pain Quotidian
02.2018 - 10.2018
- Fostered cross-department relationships through collaborative training.
- Employed diverse teaching methods including workshops and coaching.
- Enhanced trainee retention with interactive materials.
- Boosted employee satisfaction via team-building activities and training.
- Mentored junior trainers, sharing best practices for development.
- Identified training needs with management to develop targeted programs.
Area Manager of Operations
Lemonade
09.2014 - 09.2017
- Conducted audits of operations for compliance with regulations and policies.
- Led professionals, fostering collaboration to achieve goals.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication, resolving conflicts and streamlining processes.
- Increased efficiency by identifying improvement areas and implementing best practices.
- Streamlined operations through efficient management strategies and systems.
- Managed multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and quality adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NYSkills
- E-learning strategies
- Virtual training
- Training delivery
- Technical training
- Soft skills training
- Learning management systems
- Adaptive learning
- Coaching and mentoring
- Project management
Timeline
Training and Development Manager
Home Grown Industries
07.2024 - Current
Training Coordinator
Blue Roo Bakery
08.2021 - 06.2024
Regional Field Trainer
Burger Lounge
10.2018 - 04.2020
Field Trainer
Le Pain Quotidian
02.2018 - 10.2018
Area Manager of Operations
Lemonade
09.2014 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Culinary Institute of America
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