Teresa Moon Hauck

About Teresa Moon Hauck

Most organizations approach change as a series of boxes to be moved and timelines to be met. But during major transitions, the \"human reality\" is usually much more complex. People don’t just need a project plan; they need to know their voice is heard and their culture is respected.AN ARCHITECT OF CHANGE. As an Executive Advisor, I act as a seamless extension of your leadership team. My role isn\'t to walk in with a rigid, one-size-fits-all methodology. Instead, I take a holistic and strategic view to build something that honors the positive aspects of your culture while staying strictly aligned with your five-year vision and strategy. I provide a people-first perspective on major transformational efforts, translating complex shifts into plain language that every level of the organization can internalize and accept.UNCOVERING THE GROUND TRUTH. I specialize in one-on-one listening to identify what is working well and—more importantly—the specific roadblocks holding the team back. I excel at finding those key changes that help the organization work more effectively and drive continuous improvement.BUILDING GENUINE TRUST. This is the foundation of my work. When I speak with individuals, they know their specific comments are kept in strict confidence. This creates a safe space for people to be honest, allowing me to act as a trusted advisor who can share the big-picture themes with leadership without compromising personal relationships. This balance ensures that leaders get the unvarnished truth they need to protect the organization\'s health.BRIDGING THE GAP. I am highly effective at connecting different departments. I partner closely with various teams across the organization to make sure our efforts are integrated and aligned. By building strong one-on-one relationships, I ensure that everyone is pulling in the same direction and that the transition makes sense for the entire company.A CANDID AND DIRECT PARTNERSHIP. I believe in being open with the leaders I support. If I see a risk that could hurt the organization’s health or the success of the transition, I will share it. My goal is to help you understand the \"why\" behind the feedback from your people and the risks of leaving those issues unaddressed. I provide the honest insights you need to make the best decisions for the future of the company.My work is grounded in my M.Ed. in HROD and backed by certifications like CCMP and Prosci, but I lead with a simple philosophy: Listening to what matters most—your people.

Experience

1. Change Management Consultant Iv

   Progressive Insurance

   Apr 2025 — Present · GA, US

   As a Change Consultant within Progressive Corporate HR, I independently lead and manage large to extra-large, highly complex change projects and programs that impact the broader organization. These initiatives often involve significant adoption challenges across a large scale and carry high change risk. My core responsibility is to support the organization in effectively embedding changes into its culture and processes, ensuring desired outcomes are achieved and sustained through ongoing support for employee adaptation to new ways of working.I serve as a change management subject matter expert, bringing best practices and emerging trends to the forefront with a focus on tailoring change management approaches to meet Progressive\'s future needs. I actively identify opportunities for continuous improvement within our change management processes and methodologies, sharing knowledge and insights with colleagues to contribute to the development of organizational change management methodology and capabilities. I also develop education for leadership on their critical roles in change initiatives and the importance and value of effective OCM.I am dedicated to developing our team by mentoring and coaching junior change consultants. A critical aspect of my role involves engaging key stakeholders across all levels, including senior leaders, managers, and employees, to build strong relationships and effectively communicate the benefits and impacts of change initiatives, securing their support and commitment.I design impactful change management training programs for delivery to equip employees with necessary skills and knowledge for their roles. I collaborate closely with specialized teams in Communications, Training, and Project Management to ensure effective delivery and reinforcement of both technical and behavioral training.I am also actively supporting the stand-up of a robust Organizational Change Management (OCM) Community of Practice within Progressive.

Education

• The University of Georgia

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Instructional Psychology, Training, & Technology

• The University of Georgia

  Master of Education - MEd, Human Resource & Organizational Development

Skills

• Organizational Development
• Strategy
• Change Management
• Program Management
• Leadership
• Training
• Management
• Executive Coaching
• Team Building
• Coaching
• Human Resources
• Project Management
• Process Improvement
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Process
• Strategic Planning
• Analysis
• Business Transformation
• Public Speaking
• Recruiting
• Management Consulting
• Social Media
• Consulting
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Leadership Development
• Data Stewardship
• Data Governance
• Data Quality
• Enterprise Software
• Talent Management
• Budgets
• Business Analysis
• Team Leadership
• Business Strategy
• Business Process Improvement