Senior Director Talent Strategy

Tiffany Williams

Chandler 480-***-**** **************@*****.*** Senior Director Leader linkedin.com/in/tw1980 SUMMARY

Strategic People & Talent leader with 15+ years of experience building and scaling global HR functions across regulated industries. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, designing client and employee-centered solutions, and driving operational excellence. Known for aligning talent strategy with business outcomes, developing scalable leadership and onboarding programs, and leading high-growth transformations in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Adept in process improvement, compliance, and leveraging technology and data to deliver measurable impact. EXPERIENCE

Global Senior Director of Talent Strategy - RPO Korn Ferry Organizational Consulting Firm 04/2021 to 06/2025 Led global recruitment and talent development transformation teams for Fortune 500 clients as the leader of the Talent Strategy CoE, managing a team to deliver exceptional candidate and employee experiences. Established team-wide performance KPIs and strategic OKRs, fostering a culture of inclusion, continuous improvement, and accountability.

Partnered cross-functionally with operations and product teams to integrate talent and HRIS tools, enhancing the service model and scalability of our client delivery teams.

Spearheaded onboarding redesigns to accelerate speed-to-productivity and align early talent engagement with organizational growth goals to support better retention outcomes and meet our KPIs. Cultivated a culture of high performance through innovative enablement strategies, coaching frameworks, and executive succession planning.

Utilized workforce analytics to drive strategic improvements in hiring, learning effectiveness, and employee engagement. Ensured compliance with regional regulations, especially in highly regulated industries, while scaling hiring and development systems globally.

Associate Client Partner Promise54 Organizational Consulting Firm 05/2019 to 04/2021 Developed people-first strategies that supported national nonprofit clients through high growth, cultural transformation, and talent development.

Led performance review modernization and implemented strategic talent reviews aligned to business outcomes. Created metrics-driven learning and development programs, ensuring impact and integration into business decision-making. Introduced scalable, equitable onboarding and orientation strategies that supported high-net-worth client relationships and mission- critical roles.

Sr. Director, Talent Acquisition & DEI Strategist Hiawatha Academies Network 02/2015 to 04/2019 Built a high-performing recruitment operation, delivering a 95% on-time hiring rate and increasing workforce diversity by 42%. Led cultural alignment and values integration through onboarding, candidate experience design, and new hire training. Collaborated across leadership to implement performance and learning systems that promoted internal mobility and succession. Talent Management Project Manager Korn Ferry 05/2013 to 02/2015 Supported global clients with talent strategy and succession planning tools, including onboarding, coaching, and learning journeys. Implemented change management and process improvements to increase adoption of enterprise learning technologies. Partnered with business leaders to implement data-informed leadership pipelines and measurable KPIs. Office Executive and HR Coordinator Midwestern Higher Education Compact 08/2008 to 03/2013 Oversaw employee onboarding, orientation, and career development, integrating compliance and engagement best practices. Streamlined internal processes to enhance efficiency and service delivery across HR functions. Legislative Aide MN State Senate 01/2009 to 05/2012 Managed legislative agendas and stakeholder engagement for two state senators, advancing five key policy initiatives. Engaged minority-owned businesses and underrepresented communities in economic policy conversations. Advocated for inclusive legislation and workforce equity through public engagement and constituent support. EDUCATION

Master of Science Organizational Leadership Saint Catherine University 2014 to 2020 Focused on developing leadership skills and understanding organizational dynamics. Emphasized strategic initiatives, employee relations, policy development, and organizational needs assessments. Bachelor of Arts American Studies and Political Science University of Minnesota 2008 to 2012 Studied American political systems and cultural dynamics, providing a foundation for understanding organizational development and HR strategies.

SKILLS

Data Benchmarking Stakeholder Engagement Cross-matrix Collaboration Go-to-Market Strategies Talent Development Strategy Change Management Enterprise learning Onboarding & Orientation Strategic Partnerships Talent Acquisition Strategy Coaching and Development Mentorship Leadership Advisor & Thought Partner L&D Recruitment Process Outsourcing Procurement Processes Business Development (RFPs) Marketing Strategy Communication Plans

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