Susan Sarpa

About Susan Sarpa

I am an experienced Learning and Talent Development professional with a passion for using my skills, experience and creativity to support individual and organization growth.* I have experience working in dynamic, global companies and have learned how to scale the learning and talent development function as the organization grows* I have the ability, experience, and initiative to understand business needs, analyze issues and influence solutions and outcomes through active listening and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders* I design and deliver innovative talent development solutions to develop employees, enhance leadership capability and drive business results* I craft thoughtful and progressive talent and learning solutions in support of business strategies to drive new behaviors that help companies grow and scale* I possess a growth mindset and am passionate about development and career planning to retain talent and increase competitive advantage* I am self-driven and have the capability and confidence to interface effectively with senior leaders, members of the HR team, and multiple stakeholders in order to drive the implementation of critical talent initiatives.Specialties: Learning and Talent Development, Succession and Performance Management, Leadership Development, Coaching, Instructional Design, Facilitation, and Team Effectiveness.

Experience

1. Sr Director, Organizational Learning and Development

   Stack Overflow

   Jun 2021 — Present · Hartford, CT, US

   Responsible for learning and development and performance management programs, processes, and tools for Stack Overflow including:* Determine the L&D strategy for the organization in support of our Strategic Priorities * Manage the LXP and Performance Enablement platforms* Oversee professional skills and career development programs and processes* Curate digital content in support of Stack\'s skill needs and Company Values.

Education

• University of San Francisco

  Bachelor of Science, Organizational Behavior

• San José State University

  MA, Instructional Technology

• Coaches Training Institute

  CTI’s Co-Active Coach® Training Program

  2014 — 2015

Skills

• Change Management
• Organizational Development
• Program Management
• Management
• Team Building
• Executive Development
• 360 Feedback
• Process Improvement
• Executive Coaching
• Talent Management
• Learning Management
• Strategy
• Succession Planning
• Leadership
• Training
• Instructional Design
• Career Development
• Business Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Performance Appraisal
• Leadership Development
• New Hire Orientations
• Strategic Planning
• Onboarding
• Personnel Management
• Coaching
• Performance Management