Ferdie Santos

About Ferdie Santos

I am driven by a deep passion for helping others, which fuels my attentiveness to the needs of those I meet. Whether it\'s personal or professional growth, I am dedicated to finding innovative ways to support and uplift others. Let\'s connect and explore how we can achieve your goals together!With a degree in Organizational Leadership and a diverse background spanning the Marine Corps, Human Resources, Operations, and Sales, I bring a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to my colleagues. My mission is to be a catalyst for positive change and a valuable resource for those around me.As the Talent Development and Retention Director / Employer Engagement Director with the Orange County Regional Consortium, hosted at Fullerton College, I excel in building strong relationships with employers and creating opportunities for collaboration and growth. My role empowers me to connect businesses with the resources they need to thrive, making a tangible impact on the community.Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional leadership in various capacities, including the United States Marine Corps, Operations, and Project Management. My ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive organizational success is a testament to my commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.Specialties:Leading and Organizational DevelopmentConnecting PeopleDeveloping Personal and Business GrowthOrganizational Leadership (BS)US Marine Corps VeteranUnited States Marine CorpsOperations and Project ManagementTraining and DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentCross-functional Team Collaboration

Experience

1. Talent Development and Retention Director Orange County Regional Consortium

   Fullerton College

   Aug 2023 — Present · Fullerton, CA, US

   Plan, develop, direct and manage campus/district, regional and/or statewide special projects. Assume leadership for attainment of project goals and objectives.Coordinate the efforts of departments, colleges and/or districts involved in the project(s) and provide technical assistance with program development and implementation.Serve as a resource in maintaining communication with campus, regional and statewide project administrators and staff to exchange information, coordinate programs, and resolve issues and conflicts.Maintain current knowledge of methods and technologies pertinent to the project(s); conduct and review research studies and surveys regarding project constituents, client and trends.Direct the preparation and maintenance of detailed and comprehensive reports, records and files regarding project budgets, personnel, facilities, student attendance and activities.Direct, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned project managers, coordinators and staff.Plan and conduct initial screening and interviewing of prospective project employees in accordance with district policies and procedures and make recommendations for employment.Participate in the orientation, training, assignment and evaluation of project personnel.

Education

• Fullerton College

  Associates Degree, Business Administration

  1999 — 2005

• Azusa Pacific University

  Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leadership

  2005 — 2008

Skills

• Human Resources
• Business Networking
• Organizational Development
• Hris
• Nonprofits
• Group Medical
• Benefits Communication
• Health Plans
• Employee Training
• Sales
• Program Management
• Payroll
• Analysis
• Social Networking
• Coaching
• Business Development
• Training Manuals
• Employee Benefits
• Advertising
• Organizational Leadership
• Recruiting
• Staff Development
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Team Building
• Management
• Strategy
• Marketing
• Peoplesoft
• Cold Calling
• Health Policy
• Project Management
• Selling
• B2b
• Training
• Small Business
• New Business Development
• Personnel Management
• Networking
• Fundraising