Colleen Stratton
About Colleen Stratton
Colleen Stratton is the Global Leader of Workforce Development at SEI in Oaks, PA, with extensive experience in human resources and consulting roles across various companies.
Current Position at SEI
Colleen Stratton is currently the Global Leader of Workforce Development at SEI in Oaks, PA. In this role, she spearheads initiatives aimed at enhancing the workforce through strategic development programs and talent management solutions. Her leadership focuses on global adoption of standardized HR systems, including Workday, and she implements efficient strategies for talent acquisition and development.
Previous Roles and Experience
Colleen Stratton held several key positions before her current role at SEI. She served as Director/Consultant at The Siegfried Group from 2002 to 2006, and as Vice President, Consulting, at CBI Group from 2001 to 2007. Her career also includes roles as Director, Human Resources at XRT (1997-1998), and Director HR, Training & Development at ICON Solutions (1994-1997). Earlier, she worked as a Recruiter at SMS from 1993 to 1994.
Educational Background
Colleen Stratton earned an MBA in Finance from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, completing her studies in 1991. She also holds a BA in Finance from The Catholic University of America, where she studied from 1986 to 1990. These academic credentials have equipped her with a strong foundation in financial management and strategic planning.
Workforce Development Initiatives at SEI
At SEI, Colleen Stratton has led several significant initiatives. She directed a junior leadership initiative, successfully recruiting, developing, and promoting 50 inductees per year. She spearheaded a large-scale recruiting project that resulted in a $1.5 million reduction in operating costs. Additionally, she revamped the college recruiting program and launched rotational programs within several business units to enhance talent development and succession planning.
Leadership and Innovation Contributions
Colleen Stratton has been recognized for her contributions to improving client experience and driving innovation at SEI. She was selected as a taskforce member for various client experience and innovation initiatives, where her strategic insights and leadership skills have played a crucial role in advancing the company's objectives in these areas.