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Sarah Curtis

Learning Solutions Specialist, Trainer, Facilitator, Content Developer
Bangalore

Summary

Talented Learning and Development Specialist with over 14 years of experience in Designing, Developing and Delivering training programs that transform individuals and team with a focus on maximizing employee performance and organizational efficiency. Specializing in end-to-end design and implementation of Learning Solutions.



Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Learning and Development Specialist

C2C - OD
Bangalore
07.2015 - Current
    • Proficient in providing end-to-end Learning Solutions for clients.
    • Designed, developed and implemented training programs for new hires, managers, and other employees across organizations in various behavioral and leadership skills.
    • Designed, developed and facilitated programs - VILT (virtual), ILT (in person) as well as Hybrid programs.
    • Actively involved in conducting Learning Need Analysis and Diagnostics with client and stakeholder to ensure accurate data collection for the design phase.
    • Created a High-level workshop Design plan and proposals based on client needs and goals to help meet objectives within the set time frame.
    • Present the content plan/design walk throughs to various levels of Stakeholders, while addressing their queries and concerns.
    • Supported the evaluation of learning interventions, all within the set standard of effectiveness, quality, timeline and cost.
    • A constant endeavor to evolve and adopt innovative techniques to ensure learning effectiveness.
    • Facilitated training programs across levels and functions in the areas of - Stakeholder Management, Influencing, High impact teams, Assertiveness, Cross Culture, Strategic Thinking, Negotiation skills etc...
    • Guided and supported teams as a Communication Coach in large Organizations

Independent Consultant

Stanley David and Associates / Dfrens / C2C
Bangalore
01.2010 - 06.2015

    Associate with the three organizations as an Independent consultant in the areas of Content design, development and Training

    Dfrens

    • Co-delivered large experiential learning programs across different Behavioral and Leadership skills and various levels
    • Worked with client like Accenture, GE, Atkins, Honeywell, Intuit, HUL, Software AG, Star Networks, Bharati Axa, Bill Gates Foundation
    • Concept2Competence

      • Content Delivery and Facilitation of programs around various Behavioral skills for diverse audiences ranging from new hires to mid-level managers
      • Facilitated content around - Communication, Campus to Corporate, Influencing, Business Etiquette, Cross Culture etc..
      • Worked with clients like - EMC, Goldman Sachs, Accenture, Sprinkler, PWC etc..
      • SD&A

        • Worked on content design and development for several SD&A clients
        • Handled delivery and facilitation of programs for SD&A's corporate clients across various behavioral skills.
        • Handled Content Delivery of the Infosys Campus Connect program, launched by Infosys in May 2004, and is a unique academia-industry initiative to “architect the education experience”
        • Delivered the program across Engineering colleges in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

Senior Analyst

Accenture
Bangalore
03.2006 - 09.2007
    • Handled End to End Recruitment for a given business group
    • Effective Stakeholder management
    • Vendor management to ensure effective sourcing to increase the ratio of hits
    • Excellent Candidate management and support throughout the entire process to ensure a pleasant interviewing experience
    • Planned, organized and executed various Recruiting events with a high success rate
    • Sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, salary fitment, salary negotiations and offer letter preparation/ delivery and candidate on-boarding.

Sourcing Specialist

Accenture
Atlanta
03.2004 - 09.2005
    • Sourced and generated a significant and healthy candidate pool for high demand roles across various functions.
    • Pre-screened Candidates for open positions
    • Facilitated process training sessions for new team members.

Staffing Coordinator

Home depot
Atlanta
09.2003 - 02.2004
    • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
    • Developed and facilitated new-hire orientations.
    • Managed applicant tracking system (ATS) database by entering, updating and maintaining candidate contact details, resumes and supporting documentation.

Senior Associate

Ivega Corporation
Bangalore
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Handled End to end Recruitment process across levels
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
  • Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.

Education

MBA - Marketing and Human Resources

Mount Carmels Institute of Management
India
06.1997 - 03.1999

BBA - Business Management, Marketing

Christ College
India
06.1994 - 03.1997

Skills

    Virtual training

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Certification

Kirkpatrick Four Levels® Evaluation Issuing authority - Kirkpatrick Partners, LLC Issued date and, if applicable, expiration date of the Certification or license Issued 2017 - No Expiration Date

Timeline

Learning and Development Specialist

C2C - OD
07.2015 - Current

Independent Consultant

Stanley David and Associates / Dfrens / C2C
01.2010 - 06.2015

Senior Analyst

Accenture
03.2006 - 09.2007

Sourcing Specialist

Accenture
03.2004 - 09.2005

Staffing Coordinator

Home depot
09.2003 - 02.2004

Senior Associate

Ivega Corporation
01.2000 - 01.2003

MBA - Marketing and Human Resources

Mount Carmels Institute of Management
06.1997 - 03.1999

BBA - Business Management, Marketing

Christ College
06.1994 - 03.1997
Sarah CurtisLearning Solutions Specialist, Trainer, Facilitator, Content Developer