Amanda Williams

Experience

1. Program Manager Organizational Development Specialist

   Wolfspeed

   Aug 2022 — Present · Durham, NC, US

   Performance & Talent Management (2024-Present)• Lead company-wide performance management efforts, overseeing the annual performance cycle, including effective use of the Workday performance module• Collaborate with HR Operations to design and implement a new Workday-based performance management process, successfully transitioning from paper forms to a digital platform• Deliver training and ongoing support to employees and managers, driving adoption and consistent use of performance toolsLearning & Development (2023-Present)• Design and implement a comprehensive learning and development strategy, creating targeted growth opportunities for employees at all levels• Partner with external vendors to deliver high-quality, relevant content that supports a diverse workforce• Manage internal educational assistance programsEarly Career Programs – Intern & Co-op Program Management (20••••24)• Develop and manage early career program strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives & talent goals• Collaborate with business units to determine hiring needs and support recruiting efforts, including candidate outreach, interviews, and selection, and support conference and job fair recruitment efforts, in alignment with talent acquisition strategies• Build and maintain university and external partnerships to enhance program visibility and strengthen the early talent pipeline• Oversee extensive onboarding and talent development initiatives, including professional learning, mentoring, networking, and community engagement opportunities• Lead manager communication and training efforts• Design and administer program evaluations to measure success, drive improvement, and inform data-driven enhancements• Redesign performance management processes and launch early talent identification initiatives • Partner with Team Lead on budget management, strategy, data analysis, and special projects to drive program success

Education

• UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

  Certificate in Leadership and Business Acumen

• Boston College

  M.A.

• North Carolina State University

  Ph.D.

• Rockland Community College

  A.A.

• State University of New York at Binghamton

  B.S./B.A.

Skills

• Teaching
• Mentoring
• Student Leadership
• Academic Administration
• Conference Coordination
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• Business Networking
• Student Counseling
• Training
• Professional Networking
• Professional Development Seminars
• Job Coaching
• Student Engagement
• Interview Preparation
• Job Search
• Student Affairs
• Academic Advising
• Mock Interviews
• Recruiting
• Staff Development
• Cover Letters
• Interview Coaching
• Resume Writing
• Admissions
• Coaching
• Higher Education Administration
• Career Counseling
• Leadership
• Career Development
• Student Services
• Higher Education
• Program Development
• Student Development
• Job Search Strategies