Dr. Jason Cisneros Steinert, Ph.D.
About Dr. Jason Cisneros Steinert, Ph.D.
Dr. Jason Cisneros Steinert, Ph.D., serves as the Sr. Director of Talent Development & Learning at Hearst, where he leads leadership development initiatives and manages training programs. He has extensive experience in talent management and has held various roles in academia and consulting throughout his career.
Current Role at Hearst
Dr. Jason Cisneros Steinert serves as the Senior Director of Talent Development & Learning at Hearst. In this role, he leads the Leadership Development Portfolio within the Talent Center of Excellence, focusing on enhancing leadership capabilities across the organization. He manages the end-to-end training design and delivery lifecycle for internal development initiatives, implementing innovative instructional designs and conducting thorough program evaluations. Additionally, he champions operations across Talent COE programming, which includes marketing initiatives and internal brand management, resulting in heightened visibility and engagement.
Previous Experience at Hearst
Prior to his current position, Dr. Steinert worked at Hearst as the Director of Talent Development & Learning from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure, he contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving talent development processes within the organization. His experience at Hearst has equipped him with a deep understanding of the company's culture and talent management strategies.
Educational Background
Dr. Steinert holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Florida International University, where he studied from 2008 to 2015. He also earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in the same field from the same institution, completing his studies from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) from New York University in 2003 and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from Fairfield University in 2001.
Professional Experience in Talent Development
Dr. Steinert has extensive experience in talent development and management. He previously worked at KPMG US as an Advisory Professional in the People & Change Practice from 2015 to 2019. He also held the position of Senior Consultant for Global Talent Management at MetLife from 2013 to 2015. His roles have involved providing strategic oversight for executive talent review and succession planning initiatives, ensuring the development of high-potential talent.
Academic Involvement
In addition to his corporate roles, Dr. Steinert has been an Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University since 2017. His academic involvement allows him to contribute to the education of future professionals in the field of psychology and talent development, bridging the gap between theory and practice.