Amani Bryant
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced Development Director and Consultant seeking to leverage my expertise in providing strategic guidance and solutions to organizations. Proven track record in driving talent acquisition, organizational growth, and performance management initiatives. Committed to fostering a culture of growth and achievement within organizations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Talent Growth & Development Consultant
Northwestern Mutual Corporate
10.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded growth strategies to increase attraction, selection, development, and retention of candidates for the entire distribution system.
- Developed, launched, and lead business strategies to modernize the integration of new advisors and leaders within the organization.
- Demonstrated advanced ability to use data driven efforts to display the impact of our programs, services, and resource allocation.
- Successfully managed varying programs and projects simultaneously while fostering cross functional partnerships and aligning them to our priorities as an enterprise.
- Proactively designed solutions to drive results and maximize policyholder value.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Improved marketing to attract and promote new business opportunities.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve concerns and promote loyalty within the distribution system.
Director of Development
Northwestern Mutual
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Worked with senior management to define project scope and direction, creating inter-departmental frameworks to drive successful project execution.
- Worked with internal and external stakeholders and led cross-functional teams to develop intricate business plans.
- Established technical strategy for entire company, accounting for overall business goals, budgetary limitations, resource allocation, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities, and processes for business team and data management organization.
- Directed product development efforts using industry-specific tools to increase sales and overall company productivity.
- Monitored resource allocation, budget development and personnel recruitment for multiple business units within the organization.
- Cultivated cooperation through regular meetings designed to foster inter-team camaraderie.
- Utilized ground-up approach to integrating CRM resources to optimize resource and time allocation.
- Supervised team duties related to decision support and business strategy.
- Analyzed existing talent acquisition program, developed metrics for success, rebuilt program framework/program culture, and scaled our talent acquisition program for year over year success.
Assistant Coach Track & Field and Cross
Loyola University Chicago
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Proven results in directing teams to adhere to compliance regulations.
- Independently created and implemented training and leadership programs resulting in program wide high performance standards.
- Leader of all talent acquisition, program performance, and program retention efforts.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching strategies to improve performance.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize organizational success.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Provided guidance in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Analyzed qualitative and quantitative feedback to adjust coaching strategies accordingly.
- Developed and implemented strategies to manage organizational stress and increase productivity.
- Offered constructive feedback to help teams reach goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL2014
Change Management Foundations Certification — LinkedIn Learning Course -
2023
Organizational Thought Leadership Certification — LinkedIn Learning Course - undefined
2023
Skills
- Organizational Growth and Quality Control
- Strategic Direction and Business Solutions
- Mobilization Management
- Brand Development and Marketing
- Profit Target Achievement
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Forecasting and Reporting Project Analysis
- Team Leadership and Outcome Accountability
- Change Management
- Consultative Sales Approach
- Cultural Awareness
- Process and Solution Optimization
- Market Penetration
- Performance Assessment
Timeline
Field Talent Growth & Development Consultant
Northwestern Mutual Corporate
10.2022 - Current
Director of Development
Northwestern Mutual
05.2020 - 09.2022
Assistant Coach Track & Field and Cross
Loyola University Chicago
08.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science -
University of Florida
Change Management Foundations Certification — LinkedIn Learning Course -
Organizational Thought Leadership Certification — LinkedIn Learning Course - undefined
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