Kelly Hess
@kellyhess
Leadership development professional with 10+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a leadership development professional with over a decade of experience in coaching individuals and teams, designing strategic learning programs, and partnering with leaders to drive growth and performance. My commitment lies in aligning leadership development with organizational goals and supporting cultural transformation, ensuring that leaders grow with clarity, resilience, and confidence.
In my current role as a Lead Performance Expert and Master Resilience Trainer at Strategic Resource, Inc., I have successfully designed and delivered leadership development and resilience training programs in military settings. I focus on building essential skills in communication, emotional intelligence, and decision-making through tailored blended learning solutions. My approach incorporates evidence-based techniques, and I continuously evaluate program effectiveness to enhance offerings and support organizational culture.
Previously, I managed teams at Pella Corporation and Beistle Company, where I implemented hands-on development strategies and designed onboarding programs that fostered career growth. My educational background includes a Master of Arts in Psychology with a focus on Sport and Performance Psychology, equipping me with the knowledge to support leaders in achieving their full potential.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Performance Expert / Master Resilience Trainer
Strategic Resource, Inc
Apr 2019 - Present (6 years 3 months)
Designed, delivered, and managed leadership development and resilience training programs in military settings, providing coaching to leaders and teams to enhance communication, emotional intelligence, and decision-making. Created tailored blended learning solutions and partnered with stakeholders to identify development needs, applying evidence-based techniques to support performance and well-bein
Department Manager
Pella Corporation
Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 3 months)
Managed and coached a team, leading initiatives focused on improving leadership, communication, and overall efficiency within the department. Delivered hands-on team development strategies and spearheaded efforts to enhance employee engagement and performance.
Production Supervisor / Purchasing Manager
Beistle Company
May 2013 - Present (12 years 2 months)
Designed and implemented comprehensive onboarding and team training programs to foster employee development and career growth. Managed compliance tracking and documentation for learning and performance initiatives.
Education
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University of the Rockies
Master of Arts, Psychology – Sport and Performance Psychology
Completed a Master of Arts in Psychology with a specialization in Sport and Performance Psychology. This program focused on applying psychological principles to enhance performance and well-being.
Lebanon Valley College
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology – Criminal Justice
Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Criminal Justice. The curriculum provided a comprehensive understanding of societal structures and the justice system.
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