Chris Kessler

About Chris Kessler

A seasoned professional with 30+ years of management and leadership experience creating new training teams and renovating existing learning organizations. Strategically aligned learning as a change agent to support and drive the key business strategies and initiatives of the enterprise. Collaborates with senior management in the overall learning governance process within the context of a corporate university structure. Developed program recognized by Corporate University as one of the more mature models aligning with industry best practices. • Leadership Development • Performance Improvement Consulting • Organizational Development • Executive Coaching • Change Management • Contract Negotiations • Classroom Instruction • People and Process Management • Project Management • Workflow Design • Vendor Management • Budget Oversight

Experience

1. Chief Talent Officer

   Ckconsulting

   Apr 2020 — Present · OH, US

   At CKConsulting, we are dedicated to catalyzing organizational success through expert guidance in Leadership Development, Change Management, Executive Coaching, and Corporate Learning and Development. We work with Executives and senior leadership teams to address the challenges of effective leadership, strategy development, performance management, and value-driven organizational change.Our Expertise:• Leadership Development: Strong leadership is the cornerstone of a thriving organization. Our tailored programs focus on honing leadership skills, fostering innovation, and cultivating a robust leadership pipeline within your company. Through comprehensive assessments, workshops, and personalized coaching, we empower leaders to inspire and drive sustainable growth.• Change Management: Navigating change is essential in today\'s dynamic business landscape. Our seasoned consultants work closely with your team to devise strategic change initiatives, fostering a culture that embraces change while mitigating resistance. We provide frameworks and support to facilitate smooth transitions, ensuring minimal disruption and maximizing stakeholder engagement.• Executive Coaching: Our certified executive coaches collaborate with C-suite executives and high-potential leaders to unleash their full potential. Through one-on-one sessions, we offer personalized guidance, actionable insights, and tools to enhance leadership effectiveness, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.• Corporate Learning and Development: Continuous learning is pivotal for organizational growth. Our tailored learning solutions encompass workshops, seminars, and e-learning modules designed to upskill and reskill your workforce. We curate content aligned with your organizational goals, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

Education

• Ohio Dominican University

  Economics

• Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University

  Leadership and Change, Executive Coaching

Skills

• Coaching
• Employee Engagement
• Employee Training
• Business Analysis
• Team Building
• Leadership Development
• Project Management
• Troubleshooting
• Training
• Organizational Development
• Management Consulting
• Onboarding
• Vendor Management
• Negotiation
• Performance Management
• Team Leadership
• Inventory Management
• IT Management
• Management
• Performance Improvement
• Operations Management
• Sharepoint
• Strategic Planning
• Process Improvement
• Insurance
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Business Process Improvement
• Change Management