Harpreet Gill

Dynamic Learning and Development Consultant skilled in designing, managing, and enhancing comprehensive L&D programs. Expert in leveraging facilitation techniques to foster collaboration, promote teamwork, and deliver impactful training sessions. Adept at conducting needs analysis to identify learning requirements and constraints, and developing tailored solutions to enhance employee effectiveness. Committed to transparency, accountability, and quality assurance, with a focus on optimizing program execution, tracking learning effectiveness, and driving productivity through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Trainer/Facilitator                                                                                                                     Nov 2023 - March 2024

MANGATES | USA & CA | Training Institute                                                                           

• Customized Training Sessions: Leveraged facilitation techniques such as role-playing, case studies, and group discussions to create impactful learning experiences tailored to diverse audiences
• Diversity Training: Designed and delivered training programs and learning strategies, accommodating various learning styles to enhance skills such as communication and emotional intelligence 

Learning and Development Consultant                                                                                   Aug 2023 - March 2024 

JB RAND EXPRESS | Woodbridge, CA | Transportation and Freight Company                                           

• Employee Development: Conducted comprehensive needs analysis in partnership with the CEO and HR to design and implement tailored training programs, focusing on skill enhancement and performance management. Ensured continuous employee growth and retention through meticulous project planning and execution
• Impact of Training: Developed and implemented programs that improved communication and reduced operational errors, resulting in a 30% reduction in damaged shipments and a 20% cost reduction
• HR Management: Managed the entire employee life cycle for a team of 50+ individuals, including talent acquisition, training, performance management, and employee retention and separation

Program Chairperson/Assistant Professor/Leadership Development Trainer                 Sept 2021 - May 2023

NMIMS UNIVERSITY | India | India’s Leading Management University                         

• Leadership Development: Led initiatives to develop leadership skills in students, faculty, and administrative staff, increasing student success rates by 40%
• Onboarding Courses: Managed the design and execution of onboarding programs to integrate newly appointed staff, ensuring alignment with institutional values and practices while tracking learning effectiveness.
• Talent Development: Developed and delivered Faculty Development Programs to address key development needs, fostering employee engagement through mentorship, regular feedback, and recommending proactive program enhancements
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Used analytics to assess learning impact and guide business strategy and decision-making
• Content Design and Development: Created and designed lesson plans using Bloom’s Taxonomy to foster critical thinking, aligning Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) and Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) with assessments 

General Manager, Skill Development                                                                                           Feb 2021 - Aug 2021

VENUS REMEDIES LIMITED | India | Pharma Multinational                                                            

• Curriculum Design: Developed and delivered comprehensive soft skills training programs to improve intercultural communication in a global workforce
• Program Management: Coordinated logistics and managed external trainers to facilitate technical training sessions, increasing productivity by 10%
• Communication Plans: Designed and executed communication strategies to engage participants, including newsletters and blogs to drive training adoption

Assistant Professor/Soft Skills Trainer                                                                                      Nov 2015 - Nov 2019

NMIMS UNIVERSITY | India | India’s Leading Management University                                  

• Innovative Methods: Delivered Business Communication with EDIB concepts through storytelling, case studies, and project-based assignments, employing innovative and contemporary techniques to enhance process excellence, decision-making, and management skills
• Project Management: Designed, initiated, and facilitated 40+ soft skill workshops for students, grooming 1000+ students for interviews and providing recruitment training for job placements, which eventually became a part of the final transcripts
• Content Design and Administration: Designed and updated course outlines for Business and Effective Communication, incorporating at least 10% changes each semester to ensure content relevance 

Assistant Professor                                                                                                                             Oct 2010 - April 2013

PUNJAB UNIVERSITY | India

• HR Instruction: Designed course outline and facilitated Organizational Behaviour & HRM courses for 1000+ students
• Relationship Management: Represented and coordinated industry-institute relationships with leading corporates such as Infosys, Reserve Bank of India, etc.
• Student Leadership Development: Managed recruitment and leadership programs for student leaders across multiple student bodies

Freelance Trainer                                                                                                                       Sept 2003 - Aug 2010

MULTIPLE CORPORATES | India

• Training Design: Conducted onboarding training for new hires on the organization software, operational and communication tools, compliance, and safety procedures aligned with the organizational mission and vision
• Training Evaluation: Achieved 95% feedback satisfaction in effectiveness, engagement, and knowledge

Lecturer/Trainer                                                                                                                          July 2001 - June 2003

MULTIPLE COLLEGES | India | Management Colleges                                              

• Designed and Facilitated: Delivered Business Communication and Effective Communication courses, mentored 500+ students, and facilitated their professional development through personalized guidance

HR Connections Bridging Program - ACCES Employment with Sheridan College                                                    2024

MBA Degree (HR) – University Business School, Punjab University                                                                     1999

BA Degree – English Honours – Govt. College for Girls                                                                                       1997

Instruction Design: Adult Learners (LinkedIn)

MBTI Certified Professional

TEFL Certified Professional

Train the Trainer Certified Professional

Certified Image Consultant and Soft Skills Trainer