Ilena Williams

About Ilena Williams

Talent management leader with demonstrated experience in high-tech, higher-education, corporate and non-profit organizations. Known as passionate, adaptable leader, facilitator and business partner, bridging the human resources (HR) and learning and development worlds. Drives strong organizational growth through global and enterprise-wide organizational development and change strategies, talent management, career pathing tools and inspired leadership. Demonstrated impact in communication, organizational behavior, leadership skills, culture and performance at all levels. Proven skills in all aspects of strategic project / product management side of training. Visionary and creator behind a cutting-edge Talent Management, Learning and Career Center. Talent Management | Performance Management | Cross-Functional Leadership Skill Development | Executive Coaching & Development | Change Management | Career Pathing & Action Planning Tools | Succession Planning | ILT/LMS/CMS Development | Reporting | Project & Product Manager | Strategic Partner | Communication | Culture of Accountability | Vendor Management |Team Builder & Collaborator

Experience

1. Organizational Development Leader

   Cytiva

   Jan 2020 — Present · MA, US

   As an Organizational Development Leader at Cytiva, I focused on driving talent management and learning strategies that fostered organizational change. I successfully guided teams through two significant mergers, creating impactful learning content and formalizing the L&D function. My commitment to continuous improvement and leadership excellence was pivotal in aligning our initiatives with the Danaher Business System framework.

Education

• State University of New York at Fredonia

  Bachelor of Arts, Opera Performance

• Lesley University

  Masters of Science, Learning & Organizational Development

Skills

• Professional Mentoring
• Project Management
• Employee Engagement
• E-Learning
• Workshop Facilitation
• Instructional Design
• Webex
• Technical Writing
• Camtasia
• Instructor-Led Training
• Leadership
• Talent Management
• Career Path Planning
• Training Delivery
• Culture Change
• Human Resources
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Program Delivery Management
• Needs Analysis
• Driving Change
• Learning Management Systems
• Higher Education
• Training Needs Analysis
• Traing Needs
• Staff Development
• Employee Learning & Development
• Leadership Development
• 360 Feedback
• Facilitation
• Career Development
• Program Management
• Captivate
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Organizational Development
• Adult Education
• Workshop Development
• Training
• Organizational Design
• Snagit