Rita George

About Rita George

Training & Development Manager

Experience

1. Training & Development Manager

   Fives

   Feb 2020 — Present · Cleveland/Akron, FR

   Responsible for the strategic development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of a cohesive organization training strategy, learning tools and programs- Develop, implement, and monitor training programs in all departments across the company- Ongoing assessment of training effectiveness in terms of employee initiatives, accomplishments and performance- Creation of long/short range training goals and proposes training and development programs to achieve those goals- Responsible for training design, training plans, curriculum design, exercises and activities and initiates change to ensure that training programs are accurate, comprehensive, and current to achieve company goals and comply with applicable regulatory programs.(FAA, DOT, OSHA)- Expert facilitation skills in a group setting and virtual environment. Ability to dynamically engage, train, and coach employees and various audiences at all levels- Maintain a high level of confidentiality and to make independent decisions, excellent listening, customer service and employee relation skills- Provide expertise in planning and facilitation of organizational development initiatives- Consult with department leaders to plan, develop, implement, and administer performance development and talent development programs that achieve strategic business goals and operational objectives- Monitor regulatory requirements for employee training and competence to ensure that all requirements are met, tracked, and documented as needed- Building an organizational culture in which passion for continuous improvement is innate- Ensure adherence to procedures promoting the health and welfare of all employees- Promote the mission, vision, and values of Fives Inc. and ensure adherence to the leadership manual and employee handbook- Expertise in learning management systems as well as providing online/virtual/augmented learning- Implementation of a variety of training methodologies, techniques, and concepts,

Education

• SHRM CP

  SHRM Certification, Human Resources Management and Services

  2012 — 2012

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor's degree, COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS

• Kent State University Center for Corporate and Professional Development

  Certificate of Training and Development, Workforce Development and Training

  2021 — 2022