Frank Brennan

About Frank Brennan

Learning Director | Coach | Writer | Speaker | Storyteller | Coffee EnthusiastWith over 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality and real estate, I am a Learning & Development professional specializing in reshaping company cultures through storytelling. My expertise includes leadership development, coaching, instructional design, facilitating, recruiting, and retaining top talent. I am skilled in creating custom training video content. As the owner of a consulting business, I offer online courses, blogs, and inspiring keynotes to help individuals unlock their potential. Additionally, I am certified in Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline for creating custom e-learning solutions in global learning environments. I am also a Certified Dream Manager, passionate about assisting employees in achieving their personal dreams outside of work and believing in their positive impact on company success.My approach revolves around tapping into individuals\' passions, enabling them to discover their true potential through continuous learning, motivation, authenticity, and dynamic passion. I firmly believe in the uniqueness and irreplaceability of each person, fostering growth and engagement.

Experience

1. Director of Learning, Leadership, & Organization Development

   Reynolds Lake Oconee

   Jan 2018 — Present · Tbilisi, GE

   LEARNING:Strategically steer the end-to-end lifecycle of training initiatives, designing and delivering programs for cultural integration and functional prowess. Orchestrating a top-tier Learning & Development team, I manage flagship onboarding experiences: EarthRock (Orientation), Learning Coaches (Departmental Training), MatchPoint (Graduation), and LifeSeed (Re-Orientation). I spearhead the management of the EnlightenMEnt Learning Management System, curate online content, and analyze social media feeds for cultural alignment. Ensuring a conducive learning environment, I oversee the Reynolds Learning Center, overseeing training schedules and facility access. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT:Architect and implement comprehensive leadership programs, equipping directors and executives with the tools to fuel success. Offering personalized coaching, I drive impactful leadership through programs like Momentum (New Managers), Fearless (Leadership), Courageous (Conflict Management), and Impulse, Motion, and Dream Manager (Coaching). My role extends to onboarding and coaching Directors and Department Heads, fostering positive cultures, enhancing communication, and devising succession plans to meet future talent needs. ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT:Championing accountability through the REQ (Reynolds Exceptional Quality) program, I foster a culture of excellence from the ground up. Collaborating with department heads, I identify performance gaps and craft targeted strategies to enhance organizational performance. I am dedicated to creating tailored development plans for all levels, nurturing a learning culture and steering seamless change management initiatives. My data-driven approach involves harnessing analytics to refine learning and development tactics, guiding teams toward continuous improvement.

Education

• Miami Dade College

  Associate, Arts

  2007 — 2009

• Florida International University

  B.F.A, English & Literature

  2009 — 2011

• Miami Killian Senior High School

  High School Diploma, Television Production

  1999 — 2003

• The University of Georgia

  Master of Education - MEd, Learning, Leadership, and Organization Development