Gary Mertz

About Gary Mertz

Leadership Development Consultant | Empowering Leaders | Driving Organizational Change As an onsite leadership development consultant, I am dedicated to transforming leaders and teams through innovative learning practices and strategic guidance. With over 45 yeaars of experience in leadership consulting and Human Resources I specialize in creating customized programs that equip leaders with the skills and insights needed to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment. Areas of Expertise:Leadership Coaching: I work closely with individuals to unlock their potential, providing tailored coaching that enhances their leadership capabilities and fosters personal and professional growth. Training & Development Programs: I design and implement impactful workshops and training sessions that focus on key leadership competencies, including communication, decision-making, and team dynamics. Organizational Culture Transformation: I partner with organizations to develop a culture of leadership at all levels, promoting values that align with their mission and vision. Assessment & Feedback: Utilizing tools such as 360-degree feedback and leadership assessments, I provide valuable insights that inform development plans and track progress. What I Bring to the Table:Customized Solutions: Understanding that no two organizations are the same, I tailor my approach to meet specific leadership challenges and goals, ensuring relevance and engagement. Hands-On Approach: My onsite presence allows me to immerse myself in the organization’s culture, building trust and rapport while maximizing the impact of development initiatives.Results-Oriented Mindset: I focus on measurable outcomes and sustainable change, ensuring that leadership development initiatives translate into tangible benefits for the organization.

Experience

1. People Development Manager (On-site Consultant)

   Mubea

   Jan 2025 — Present · US

   I work closely with the Mubea North America Leadership Team (NALT) as their “on-site” People Development Manager. I focus on enhancing the content and delivery of our MLA (Mubea Leadership Advanced) and MLF (Mubea Leadership Fundamentals) training programs and supporting Target-Setting efforts. I also support/manage MDD (Mubea Development Dialogue) training and learning activities, contribute to the MOD (Mubea Organization Development) process, and serve as the in-house Executive Coach for employee development and performance improvement.

Education

• Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM /HRCI)

  SPHR

  2008

• Franklin University

  B.S., Business Administration

  1972 — 1976

• AchieveGlobal

  Certified Facilitator / Trainer

  2010 — 2010

• The University of Georgia

  Sherpa Executive Coaching Certificate Program, Executive Coaching

  2019 — 2020

• The Institute for Integrative Nutrition

  Certified Health, Wellness and Nutrition Counselor, Executive Wellness

  2011 — 2012

Skills

• Training & Development
• Business Strategy
• Account Management
• Change Management
• Customer Relations
• Outsourcing
• Employee Benefits
• Budgeting
• Management
• Team Building
• Health and Wellness Advocate
• Business Management
• Social Networking
• Personnel Management
• Public Speaking
• Team Leadership
• Marketing
• Training
• Leadership
• Program Management
• Recruiting
• Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Training
• Customer Service
• Human Resources
• Employee Engagement
• Key Account Management
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Product Development
• Talent Management
• Business Planning
• Business Intelligence
• Fundraising
• Budgets
• Teamwork
• Nonprofits