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Shari Sally

@sharisally

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Talent and succession planning leader improving performance through scalable learning programs.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a leadership-focused role where I can partner with business leaders to design scalable talent and succession solutions, drive workforce readiness, and lead change through data-informed, facilitation-heavy learning programs—ideally in regulated environments.

I’m a learning and talent development leader with 20+ years of experience partnering with business leaders to build practical, scalable solutions that improve performance and engagement. I translate complex business needs into clear learning strategies, align stakeholders, and deliver programs that support organizational change.

In my most recent role as a Senior Succession Planner (Contract) for the FDA Human Foods Program (MPF Federal, LLC), I designed and built a comprehensive succession planning framework with tools, processes, and resources to replace fragmented efforts. I also advised executives on organizational change, team effectiveness, and workforce readiness during a major restructuring, including response efforts related to the infant formula crisis.

I’ve also led talent development work at CareSource, supporting enterprise transitions, onboarding, and facilitation at scale. I delivered cross-functional onboarding, coached a network of facilitators, and improved learner outcomes—using needs analysis, continuous improvement, and data-informed decision making to ensure consistent, high-quality training.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Succession Planner

MPF Federal, LLC

Jan 2023 - Mar 2025 (2 years 2 months)

Designed and built a scalable succession planning framework and tools to replace fragmented efforts for the FDA Human Foods Program. Partnered with stakeholders and vendors to define system requirements and advised executives during major FDA restructuring, facilitating sessions for five independent teams through consolidation.

Succession Planning Stakeholder Management Change Management Learning Strategy Program Design Vendor Management Requirements Definition Data Structuring Facilitation

Talent Development Partner

CareSource

Mar 2021 - Oct 2021 (7 months)

Supported transition to an internal PBM model by partnering with external vendors and business leaders to prepare pharmacy and operational teams for implementation. Completed 10 train-the-trainer sessions, enabling ~60 facilitators, and facilitated twice-monthly sessions on communication, feedback, teamwork, emotional intelligence, and strengths-based development.

Facilitation PBM Operations Learning Delivery

Market Learning Partner

CareSource

Jul 2017 - Mar 2021 (3 years 8 months)

Delivered cross-functional onboarding for employees at all levels and clinical new hires, facilitating cohorts of 9–28 participants every eight weeks. Coached a network of 9–12 functional facilitators to develop training materials and maintain consistent, high-quality delivery, improving learner outcomes through evaluation.

Onboarding Facilitator Program Evaluation Performance Improvement

Associate Talent Development Consultant

CareSource

Aug 2015 - Jul 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Facilitated enterprise onboarding and technical training programs for new hires using adult learning principles and evaluation methods to improve effectiveness. Partnered with business teams to assess needs, recommend targeted learning solutions, and support course development and maintenance of learning systems and materials.

Instructional Design Needs Analysis Program Evaluation Course Development Facilitation Learning Systems Training Effectiveness Performance Improvement

Regional Customer Care Facilitator

Time Warner Cable

Jan 2008 - Apr 2015 (7 years 3 months)

Built and facilitated a 6–8 week onboarding program integrating classroom learning, e-learning, job aids, and on-the-job application, including virtual and hybrid delivery formats. Partnered with call center, sales, and Tier 3 support leaders to conduct needs analysis, align training with business goals, and standardize training materials to improve consistency and accessibility.

E Learning Job Aids Needs Analysis Standardization Onboarding

Information Systems Technician

U.S. Navy

Led shipboard communications operations, supported system maintenance and upgrades, and trained personnel in high-reliability, mission-critical environments. Delivered operational support in a regulated, safety-focused context requiring consistent readiness and performance.

Shipboard Communications Maintenance Information Systems Operational Readiness Training Delivery Shipboard Communication