Shawna Lyonfields
Executive Assessment & Leadership Development Expert | Guiding CEOs, Boards & HR Leaders to Build Winning Teams
- Role
- CEO at Talent Assessment And Development
- Location
- O\'Fallon, MO, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Shawna Lyonfields
Organizations thrive when they have the right leaders in the right roles. But hiring mistakes, unclear succession plans, and underdeveloped talent can cost millions in turnover, lost momentum, and missed opportunities. I’m Shawna Lyonfields, President & CEO of TAD (Talent Assessment & Development) and a Licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping businesses make smarter talent decisions. At TAD, we partner with CEOs, boards, and HR leaders to: Assess and select executives with precision and confidence Coach and develop leaders to excel in high-stakes environments Design succession strategies that safeguard organizational continuity Support family businesses through leadership transitions and growth phases One of my clients once described a hiring decision as “a gamble.” They’d been burned before — promoting a leader who looked great on paper but struggled in the role. Within months, morale dropped, turnover spiked, and momentum stalled. After working with us, that same company built a selection process that not only avoided costly mis-hires but also identified a leader who drove record-breaking growth in their first year. Over two decades, I’ve led thousands of assessments and guided executives across industries — from family-owned firms to Fortune 500s. Clients consistently highlight three things: Clear, actionable insights (no jargon) On-time, precise delivery Immediate ROI in hiring, leadership performance, and team alignment If your leadership pipeline feels uncertain — or you want to ensure your next hire or promotion is a growth driver — let’s connect. I’d be glad to share what forward-thinking organizations are doing to strengthen their leadership bench.
Experience
CEO
Talent Assessment And Development
Sep 2008 — Present · St. Louis, MO
President and CEO
Education
University of Oklahoma
Ph.D., Psychology
1994 — 1998
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Civil Engineering
1986 — 1989
Penn State University
M.Engr., Civil Engineering
1989 — 1993
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
Post Doc, Psychology
1998 — 1999
Penn State University
Bachelors of Science, Engineering
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