Laurel Mergenschroer
About Laurel Mergenschroer
Laurel Mergenschroer is the Director of Talent Development at Ally, with over 18 years of experience in talent development and expertise in instructional design and strategic planning.
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Laurel Mergenschroer is the Director of Talent Development at Ally. In this role, she focuses on creating and implementing strategies to enhance the skills and capabilities of the company's workforce. She has been with Ally since 2005, bringing over 18 years of experience in talent development.
Previous Experience at Southern Arkansas University Tech
Prior to her current role, Laurel Mergenschroer served as the Director of Career Services and Workforce Education at Southern Arkansas University Tech from 2003 to 2005. In this position, she was responsible for overseeing career counseling services and workforce educational programs, helping students and employees to enhance their professional skills and career prospects.
Previous Experience at Chaddock
From 1995 to 2003, Laurel Mergenschroer worked at Chaddock as the Operations and Program Development Senior Manager. During her 8-year tenure, she was involved in overseeing the operations and creating development programs, contributing to the organization’s mission and effectiveness through strategic program initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Laurel Mergenschroer earned a Master of Education (MEd) in Career Counseling from Western Illinois University, studying from 2001 to 2003. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Employment Relations and Organizational Development from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, completed in 1970. Her academic background has provided her with a strong foundation in career counseling, employment relations, and organizational development.
Skills in Instructional Design and Strategic Planning
Laurel Mergenschroer excels in instructional design, which involves the creation of educational programs and materials aimed at improving learning outcomes. She also possesses robust skills in strategic planning, setting long-term goals and developing actionable plans to achieve these objectives. Her professional focus is on human resource development, with an emphasis on improving the skills and knowledge of employees to align with organizational goals.