Chris Pellegrino

About Chris Pellegrino

Accomplished Human Resources professional with global experience translating business strategy into people results. Demonstrated ability to mentor, motivate and influence senior executives quickly gaining trusted-adviser status. Respected professional in developing high performing HR teams that excel in building credibility and high levels of trust. I enjoy giving back to the profession that has given so much to me. I do this though public speaking, volunteering, as well as coaching and mentoring young professionals. I also sit on professional boards such as the Association for Talent Development (ATD) or Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) to influence the profession’s current and future leaders. Global HR People Strategy & Project Management HRBP Performance Management Organizational Needs Assessments Change Management Process Talent Management Strategy Executive Assessments Strategic Facilitation Diversity Equity and Inclusion Strategy Workforce Analytics Leadership Development Curriculums Competency Models Executive Coaching Organizational Design Vendor Management Succession Road Maps 360 Feedback Instruments Workday Talent Management Tools and Implementation

Experience

1. Director of Talent Management and Development

   Nextech

   Apr 2025 — Present · Melbourne, FL, US

Education

• Cornell University

  Commission, Naval Leadership

  1985 — 1989

• Ithaca College

  BS, Management

  1985 — 1989

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  MPA, Public Administration Executive Leadership

  1993 — 1995

• University of Virginia Darden School of Business

  Experienced Manager Course (EMC)

• Virginia Commonwealth University

  SPHR, Human Resources

  2006 — 2007

Skills

• Executive Assessment
• Performance Management
• Strategy Development
• Vendor Management
• Talent Management
• Project Facilitation
• Change Management
• Instructor-Led Training
• Training
• Organizational Development
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (Sphr)
• Strategy
• Executive Positions
• Disc Styles Inventory
• Staff Development
• Coaching
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Leadership Development
• Program Management