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Jon Kelch

@jonkelch

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Dynamic trainer with 25 years of experience in leadership development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking opportunities that allow me to leverage my training expertise and foster innovation in a collaborative environment.

I am a dynamic speaker and trainer with 25 years of experience, recognized for fostering innovation and collaboration. As the top Dale Carnegie trainer in the U.S., I specialize in communication, leadership, and sales training. My tenure at General Motors as a Senior Trainer and Innovation Coach has allowed me to deliver impactful training to thousands, consistently being the most requested trainer for seven years.

Throughout my career, I have conducted organizational needs assessments and developed high-impact training courses tailored to executive-level requirements, reaching over 20,000 employees. My approach incorporates real-world scenarios and interactive learning methods, maximizing retention and applicability. I have also provided personalized coaching to C-Suite executives, enhancing their effectiveness in high-stakes events.

My commitment to fostering a positive corporate culture is reflected in my ranking among the top 10 most recognized team members at General Motors. I have facilitated over 100 cross-functional workshops, enabling collaborative problem-solving and the development of industry-leading products.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Trainer and Innovation Coach

General Motors

Jan 2015 - Apr 2024 (9 years 3 months)

Dynamic speaker and trainer with 25 years of experience, recognized for fostering innovation and collaboration. Conducted organizational needs assessments and delivered high-impact training courses tailored to executive-level requirements, reaching over 20,000 employees. Specialized in executive coaching for C-Suite leaders.

Public Speaking Design Thinking Project Management Instructional Design Camtasia Sales Training Coaching

Learning Consultant

Plante and Moran

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Orchestrated training sessions for the Wealth Management and Tax Group. Provided consultation on content development for internal quality processes, enhancing team effectiveness.

Training Development Content Development Consultation

Senior Recruiter

ITT Technical Institute

Jan 2007 - May 2013 (6 years 4 months)

Trained new recruiters on sales processes and certification testing. Implemented retention strategies for at-risk students, contributing to improved student success rates.

Sales Process Retention Strategy Student Success

Loan Officer

Flagstar Bank

Jan 2005 - Jan 2006 (1 year)

Conducted training for new Loan Officers on sales processes. Managed new home loans, refinances, and home equity lines, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction.

Sales Training Compliance Customer Satisfaction

Communication Specialist

United States Army

Jul 1990 - Dec 1994 (4 years 5 months)

Served as a Communication Specialist, providing Fiber Optic and Microwave Radio Support. Honorably discharged after completing service.

Communication Microwave Technical Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ITT Technical Institute

Recruitment

2007 - 2013

Trained new recruiters on sales process and certification testing. Implemented retention strategies for at-risk students.

Oakland University

Master of Arts, Training and Development

2008 - 2011

Provided personalized presentation and communication coaching to C-Suite executives, enhancing their effectiveness in advance of high-visibility events and corporate announcements. Facilitated over 100 cross-functional workshops, often between engineering, design, and manufacturing enabling collaborative problem-solving and the development of industry-leading products.