DAVID A.

LAWSON
Talent Developer / Trainer / Performance Coach
529 S. Banbury Rd.
Arlington Hts., Illinois 60005-2003
Phone: 847-590-9267 (cell: 847-902-7651)
E-mail: dl84f942@westpost.net
Web Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/Davidps374Lawson
PROFILE
Talent development professional recognized for bringing vitality to the enterpri
se and its members with timely and value-added initiatives. Strategically focuse
d for organizational development and tactically energized to advance the profess
ionalism of all contributors. Communicates with clarity and purpose, collaborati
ve and versatile performer, informed and perceptive practitioner of adult learni
ng.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ROBERT BOSCH LLC, Broadview, IL (1999 to 2009)
Aftermarket division of global manufacturer of automotive parts & diagnostics, p
ower tools, appliances.
Sr. Training and Development Specialist
Formed and conducted employee development initiatives for over 600 associates at
7 sites. Provided stimulation and support for talent management and organizatio
nal development; and directed the overall assessment, coaching, and skill enhanc
ement for business leaders and employees at all levels of the business unit.
Key Accomplishments:
* Established continuity, supported talent mobility, and improved leadership dev
elopment for North American operations by contributing to the design of excellen
t uniform training platforms. This cross-divisional team initiative added $400,0
00/yr. in estimated value.
* Implemented leadership assessment instruments and action-planning coaching for
all managers and high-potentials, a missing step in the talent management proce
ss that prompted increased ownership in self-development.
* Successfully integrated employees coming from 3 acquisitions as part of post-m
erger integration (PMI) team, resulting in 100% knowledge retention and smooth t
ransitioning.
* Stimulated sales results and career transitioning by composing job competencie
s and sales training matrices for the field sales force. This collaborative proj
ect solidified partnership with executive sales management.
* Initiated customer service excellence for all service professionals via train-
the-trainer instruction and coaching of SME's. Service level and customer satisf
action improved.
* Broke an emerging pattern of sexual harassment at multiple sites throughout No
rth America. Established full compliance with policy and federal law, prevented
resignations and litigation, and saved the organization an estimated $300,000.
* Addressed a vital organizational development need by sourcing and co-facilitat
ing crucial conversations training for the management team. Elevated customer sa
tisfaction and improved interactions across the board.
* Enhanced the performance management process with interactive instruction to li
nk essential people skills with the established electronic process. Performance
reviews became motivational, and the training became a national program.
* Established multi-tier on-site foreign language training, promoting advanced c
ommunications and greater rapport with the European parent company's associates.

SUNSTAR AMERICAS (formerly John O.Butler Co.), Chicago, IL (1995-1998)

Manufacturer of quality consumer and professional oral hygiene products.
Training and Employee Development Mgr.
Developed and facilitated all aspects of leadership, administrative, safety, and
new hire training. Actualized first-time corporate initiatives in several disci
plines.
Key Accomplishments:
* Revitalized performance management through the design and delivery of comprehe
nsive training, equipping every leader with interactive skills to stimulate prod
uctivity and engagement of their team members.
* Implemented ESL training to develop English language proficiency, resulting in
greater team collaboration and job productivity through increased communication
.
* Prepared all managers for success with the launch of multi-module interactive
leadership training.
* Collaborated with Human Resources teammates to formulate and revise policy; ad
ding clarity, removing ambiguity, and ensuring heightened compliance.
* Brought faster assimilation for new hires with a comprehensive multi-media app
roach to new hire orientation.

FORMAL EDUCATION
* ROOSEVELT UNIVERSITY, Chicago, IL
Master of Arts - Training & Development
Winner of Outstanding Masters Project Award
* BRADLEY UNIVERSITY, Peoria, IL
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Retailing

CREDENTIALS
* American Society for Training & Development (ASTD): Coach Certification
* VitalSmarts: Certified Trainer for Crucial Conversations(R)
* SAP: Training and Events Management LMS Certification
* Personnel Decisions Inc (PDI): Profilor(R) Feedback Coach Certification
* Vangent: Certifications for CLI(R) and LH-STEPTM Assessments (in process)
* Achieve Global: Certified Training Facilitator
* American Society for Training & Development (ASTD): HRD Trainer Certif.
* Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM): HR Management Certif.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
* American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)
* International Coach Federation (ICF)
* Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
* Chicago Organization Development Institute Chapter (CODIC)
* Northwest Professional Development Network (PDN)