James F.

About James F.

Certified Gallup Coach. Expert in Leadership Development and Team Building. Expert in crafting and curating custom leadership development programs from inception to implementation for individuals and teams. Recognized speaker, facilitator, adjunct professor, and strengths-based coach. I specialize in identifying gaps and blind spots through needs assessments and collaboration. Then devising an integrated approach to address gaps to enhancing engagement and performance outcomes.Key Strengths:Communication: Collaborative, Verbal, Visual, WrittenStrategy: Problem Solving, Innovation, Gap AnalysisCoaching: Individual, Team, Gallup StrengthsSpeaking, Teaching, and Facilitation: Platform or Keynote; Adjunct Professor, Classroom and Virtual.Noteworthy Achievements:As a leadership consultant, orchestrated the development of a new leadership program in collaboration with senior leadership, aligned with organizational objectives and needs.As a learning consultant, increasesed leadership development participation by 22% within 90 days, fostering a more engaging learning environment.As a learning consultant, enhanced organizational learning engagement by integrating LinkedIn Learning, achieving 45% engagement in the first 30 days.As a learning workship strategist, led innovation workshops and crafted strategic design documents for pilot learning initiatives, elevating project outcomes to new heights.As a speaker and facilitator, designed and facilitated single-day and multi-day off-site learning experiences.My expertise lies in Coaching, Leadership Development, and Leadership Best Practices. For further inquiries, please contact me at j••••••@mac.com.

Experience

1. Full-time Faculty Supply Chain Management, Logistics & Entrepreneurship

   Marion Technical College

   Dec 2025 — Present · Marion, OH, US

   Full-time faculty member in the Business and Information Technologies division, teaching Supply Chain and Logistics, Entrepreneurship and related Business topics across multiple learning environments including traditional classrooms, online instruction, high school partnerships, and correctional education programs. Focused on applied learning, workforce readiness, and connecting business theory to real-world practice.• Design, update, and deliver industry-aligned curriculum that reflects current business practices, workforce needs, and emerging technologies• Instruct in diverse learning environments, including on-campus, online, high school dual-credit, and correctional education settings• Assess student learning, provide meaningful feedback, and maintain accurate academic records in alignment with institutional and accreditation standards• Serve as course coordinator and mentor for adjunct faculty, ensuring instructional consistency and quality• Integrate real-world case studies, project-based learning, and workforce competencies into course delivery• Support guided pathways, student advising, and career-focused learning experiences• Participate in curriculum review, program development, and continuous improvement initiatives• Collaborate with faculty and administration on program planning, community partnerships, and grant-supported initiatives• Engage in professional development, conference presentations, and scholarship to remain current in supply chain, business education, and teaching practice• Contribute to campus and community engagement activities, including student recruitment, outreach, and public speaking

Education

• Webster University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Resource Development

  1997

• Northwest Nazarene University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

  1990

• Northwest Nazarene University

  Political Science, Social Sciences

• Webster University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Resources Management

  2016

• Webster University

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Management and Leadership

  2014

Skills

• Performance Improvement
• Strategic Planning
• Social Networking
• Veterans
• Social Learning
• Training
• Human Resources
• Training Delivery
• Workshop Facilitation
• Talent Management
• Learning Management
• Coaching
• Analysis
• Needs Analysis
• Healthcare Industry
• Change Management
• Staff Development
• Blended Learning
• Succession Planning
• Social Media
• Root Cause Problem Solving
• Organizational Development
• Performance Consulting
• Team Building
• Leadership
• Adult Education
• Learning Management Systems
• Higher Education
• Program Management
• Public Speaking
• Performance Management
• Employee Training
• Leadership Development