Maria Bagwell
Good Hope
Summary
Accomplished Learning & Development Specialist from WeightWatchers International, adept in organizational development and effective communication. Transformed employee retention and satisfaction through innovative onboarding programs and development plans. Expert in facilitating blended learning sessions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, significantly aligning training initiatives with business goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning & Development Specialist
WeightWatchers International
02.2002 - 07.2024
- Increased employee retention rates by developing engaging onboarding and orientation processes.
- Transformed employee performance feedback into actionable development plans, promoting individual and organizational growth.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Trained and mentored 100's of new personnel hired to fulfill various roles.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Evaluated training program effectiveness, adjusting content as needed to maximize learning outcomes.
- Supported organizational change initiatives through thorough communication and effective training strategies.
- Facilitated collaborative learning workshops, fostering culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
- Improved employee satisfaction and morale by providing tailored professional development opportunities.
- Aligned training programs with organizational goals, ensuring that learning initiatives directly supported overarching business objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest Dekalb High School
Decatur, GA03.1980
High School Diploma -
Southwest Dekalb High School
Decatur, GA03.1980
Skills
- Organizational Development
- Facilitation Techniques
- Onboarding Programs
- Blended Learning
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Adult Learning Theory
- Soft skills training
- Training delivery
- Orientation and Onboarding
- Coaching and Development
- Adult Learning Theories
- Classroom experience
- Group Discussion Facilitation
- Relationship Building
- Team Exercises
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Public Speaking
- Written Communication
Certification
- Certified Master Trainer Training Ain't Telling - [Timeframe]
- Social Styles, Carden Group - Feb 5-7 2013
Timeline
Learning & Development Specialist
WeightWatchers International
02.2002 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Southwest Dekalb High School
High School Diploma -
Southwest Dekalb High School
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