David A. Haughton

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About David A. Haughton

I am a results-driven, detail-oriented, and accomplished Talent, Development, and L&D Director respected for 20+ years of spearheading process improvements and organizational systems that optimize business structures and maximize productivity and profitability. • I have earned a reputation as a motivational leader with vast experience identifying latent talent within existing human capital and transforming individuals into top-tier contributors. • Using out-of-the-box thinking, I have created and deployed successful initiatives that delivered excellent career management support and enabled the recruitment and development of dynamic talent and leadership for global industry leaders. • Additionally, my exceptional tenure has resulted in promotions, comprehensive understanding of relevant best practices, and an upward career trajectory. Key achievements include: • Educational Qualifications: Received a Master of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University. Also completed multiple certifications, such as Six Sigma Green Belt, SPHR Certification, and PROSCI Change Management Certification. • Learning & Development: Exceeded department training targets by 10% over a ten-year period at Saudi Aramco while managing a 16-person team of L&D professionals and acting as Lead Operations Advisor. • Complex Problem-Solving: Enhanced organizational capability 35% across four global operations and delivered a solution valued at $22M to all business units as Principal Talent Consultant for Wipro. • Change Management: Improved staff engagement 14% and impacted employees by leading a change management work stream within organizational effectiveness for a multi-year transformation effort at Academy Sports & Outdoors. Key areas of expertise include: Talent Management, Role Readiness Assessment, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness I look forward to meeting you! You can reach me at davidahaughton@hotmail.com