Mike Tessem

About Mike Tessem

Accomplished learning and development professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Highly experienced in consulting, instructional design theory and techniques, evaluation methods, and program management. Demonstrated ability to successfully lead projects from start to finish through needs assessments, determining business impact, delegating tasks, resolving project issues, and coordinating pilots and train-the-trainer sessions. Regarded as a true HR business partner with the ability to quickly understand business needs and recommend creative learning solutions. Specialties include: Consulting, program management, instructional design, oral and written communications, facilitation, analytical skills, learning and adapting quickly, building strong relationships and partnerships, managing and developing others.

Experience

1. Manager, Admin Education Org Leader

   Meta

   Jun 2022 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Led the conversion of all virtual instructor led content to AI enabled offerings* Drive new projects and initiatives from end-to-end, with a concentration on Admin education and continuous learning* Oversee the projects and initiatives owned by direct reports* Own new and existing programs related to Admin education, which includes decision-making, prioritization and strategic roadmapping* Maintain comprehensive understanding of Admin-related priorities and intricacies across the Company* Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders both internal to Admin Programs Team (Admin Specialist Program, Coverage) and external (HRBPs, Lead Admins, Legal, PSC Team, Compensation, Admin Recruiting)* Develop and present various content to multiple stakeholder groups (Learning & Development, HRBPs, Lead Admins, Admin Community) on a regular basis* Facilitate large meetings and/or trainings with attendees from multiple time zones* Support Admin Programs Team to pinpoint and reduce inefficiencies in processes* Work with Admin Operations Team to generate and define metrics/analytics to track efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness* Serve as subject-matter expert on Admin Learning topics to field questions from partners and employees* Exercise independent judgment and discretion while utilizing company policies and practices to determine appropriate action

Education

• Western Washington University

  Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration; Management

  1994 — 1996