Shannon H. Patterson

About Shannon H. Patterson

As a strategic organizational effectiveness and talent development consultant, I partner with leaders and teams to design and deliver learning and performance solutions that drive measurable business results and cultivate thriving, inclusive cultures. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in translating complex organizational challenges into targeted development programs that build leadership capability, enable culture transformation, and sustain continuous improvement.I am known for embracing emerging technologies, including generative AI, to enhance instructional design, streamline workflows, and elevate program impact. Whether it’s AI-assisted scenario building, data-driven feedback synthesis, or adaptive learning pathways, I’m passionate about harnessing technology to amplify the art and science of talent development.If you’re interested in exploring how to integrate innovative learning strategies with technology, or building internal capacity for sustainable growth, let’s connect! • I’ve led teams through big, messy change challenges of all kinds, guided by core teams, qualitative & quantitative data, and AI to uncover barriers and solutions to change.• Culture work is a passion of mine, whether it’s defining guiding principles, creating playbooks, or hosting focus groups.• I love helping leadership teams clarify their purpose and align to their business strategy so they can lead their teams with greater focus and productivity. • I love designing learning experiences — training programs, peer cohorts, Train-the-Trainers, coach certifications, retreats — because it builds confidence, strengthens relationships & improves impact.• I’ve designed and facilitated workshops for everyone from executives to frontline employees, always tailoring the experience to be relevant to their context.• I am obsessed with connection so emotional intelligence, inclusivity, and conflict resilience are centered. • I’ve partnered with CEOs & leaders to strengthen their teams— creating team charters, developing strategic plans, & improving collaboration.• I’ve coached teams through 6–8 month engagements, helping them resolve misalignment & conflicts to improve how they work together.• Whether it’s building collaboration or navigating tough conversations, I’m all about helping teams get real and get better.At the heart of it, I love what I do because it’s about people—helping them connect, grow, and thrive in ways that makes work (and life) more productive.

Experience

1. Talent Development Consultant

   BECU

   Mar 2026 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   I am designing and delivering meaningful learning experiences that empower people to thrive—professionally and as leaders. Through engaging learning experiences, I am helping build organizational capability, teams build the skills, confidence, and mindset needed to support BECU’s strategic vision. I am partnering across the cooperative, bringing my ideas, creativity, and expertise to help turn development strategies into engaging, high-impact learning solutions that truly make a difference.

Education

• Pepperdine Graziadio Business School

  Master of Science (MS), Organizational Development

  2006 — 2008

• University of Washington

  Master of Science - MS, Transportation and Highway Engineering

  2000 — 2001

• University of Washington

  BA, Psychology

  1992 — 1994

Skills

• Process Improvement
• Team Building
• Interpersonal Skill
• Identifying New Opportunities
• Strategic Communications
• Organizational Development
• Conflict Resolution
• Personal Development
• Teaching
• Training
• Connecting People
• Authenticity
• Public Speaking
• Collaborative Learning
• Coaching
• Leadership
• Staff Development
• Research
• Fundraising
• Emotional Intelligence
• Interviews
• Leadership Development
• Leadership Retreats
• Strategy
• Program Management
• Knowledge Sharing
• Analysis
• Project Management
• Workshop Facilitation
• Instructional Design
• Employee Engagement
• Transportation Planning