Kimberly Martin

About Kimberly Martin

Passionate about driving transformative change and fostering inclusive talent ecosystems, I bring over two decades of experience in HR, talent management, and organizational effectiveness initiatives to the table. Throughout my career, I\'ve had the privilege of spearheading impactful initiatives that drive organizational growth and empower individuals to thrive. From leading strategic partnerships with diversity organizations to amplifying DEI-focused hiring efforts, to pioneering innovative talent mobility platforms and executive leadership development programs, I\'m dedicated to creating pathways for success and fostering a culture of inclusion and empowerment. HIGHLIGHTS Strategic Leadership: Spearheaded transformative initiatives in global talent management, talent acquisition, and learning and development, driving organizational effectiveness and fostering a culture of inclusion and empowerment. DEI Advocacy: Championed strategic partnerships with diversity organizations to amplify DEI-focused hiring efforts, resulting in significant advancements in gender representation and diversity initiatives. Innovative Solutions: Pioneered innovative talent mobility platforms and executive leadership development programs, empowering individuals to realize their full potential and thrive within the organization. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Talent Strategy & Analytics Business TransformationEnterprise Change ManagementOrganizational Effectiveness/DesignTalent Review & Assessment High-Potential Leadership/Skills Identification & DevelopmentSuccession PlanningHRIS Design & DeploymentLeadership Development Learning & Development (L&D)Talent Acquisition InnovationTalent Engagement/ListeningDiversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

Experience

1. Director, Talent Management

   W. R. Grace

   Sep 2024 — Present · Columbia, MD, US

   I serve as a strategic talent advisor to the executive leadership team, shaping enterprise-wide talent strategy through executive consultation on workforce gaps, succession readiness, and leadership pipeline development.* Strategic owner of performance management, talent review & succession planning processes, leadership pipeline development, and early career programs* Currently leading a large scale global change to Grace\'s performance management process in partnership and coordination across Standard Industries operating companies* Launched a new early career rotational program for our commercial businesses* Co-Designed and deployed the Empowered Leader Series set of leadership development training sessions for Grace leaders, reaching over half of Grace’s managers of people in under six months in a virtual instructor-led format* Deployed an in-role mastery coaching program for select high-potential leaders in critical global operations roles in 2025 that was extended to commercial business leaders in 2026. Certified in Korn Ferry 360 coaching* Designed a six-month Advanced Leader Program for high-potential Directors preparing for Vice President roles

Education

• Antioch University

  Leadership and Change

  2019 — 2022

• Carlow University

  Master of Science, Professional Leadership

  2008 — 2009

• University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

  Bachelor of Arts, Theatre/Communications

  1994 — 1997

Skills

• Talent Management
• Learning Management
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Leadership Development
• E-Learning
• Change Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Team Building
• Project Management
• Consulting
• Program Management
• Communication
• Training
• Technical Writing
• Teaching
• Organizational Development
• Human Resources
• Employee Engagement
• Instructional Design
• Leadership
• Strategy
• Succession Planning
• Curriculum Design
• Vendor Management