Geraldine Harlan
About Geraldine Harlan
Geraldine Harlan is the Manager of Sales Enablement at Thomson Reuters, where she has worked since 2017. With extensive experience in learning and development across various organizations, she specializes in employee engagement and performance enhancement.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Geraldine Harlan has been serving as the Manager of Sales Enablement at Thomson Reuters since 2017. In this role, she focuses on enhancing sales strategies and operationalizing key initiatives to improve organizational performance. Her tenure at Thomson Reuters spans over seven years, during which she has utilized her diplomatic and motivational skills to build trust with stakeholders, facilitating effective collaboration and strategy implementation.
Previous Experience in Learning and Development
Prior to her current role, Geraldine Harlan worked at 3M as a Learning and Development Consultant from 2014 to 2017. In this position, she contributed to employee training and development initiatives. She also held the role of Performance Consultant at Wells Fargo Consumer Lending Group for six months in 2013, where she focused on enhancing employee performance. Her experience includes a managerial position at Ottobock, where she oversaw Training & Talent Development from 2011 to 2013.
Background in Human Resources and Consulting
Geraldine Harlan has a diverse background in human resources and consulting. She served as Sr. Director of Human Resources at Xerox from 2002 to 2004 and as Sr. Director of Consulting & Professional Development at Integrated Healthcare Strategies from 2005 to 2010. Additionally, she spent 11 years at Wilson Learning as Director of Consulting Operations & Development, where she led various initiatives aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.
Education and Expertise
Geraldine Harlan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, where she studied Sociology, Women's Studies, and Human Resources. Her educational background supports her strong aptitude for learner-experience design, enabling her to create engaging and effective learning experiences tailored to diverse learner needs. She integrates assessment, learning, and coaching to drive employee engagement and performance.
Achievements in Talent Development
Throughout her career, Geraldine Harlan has excelled at leading transformational initiatives, including the launch and revitalization of training programs and processes. She has successfully led learning and development initiatives in both public and private sector organizations, showcasing her versatility and adaptability in various environments. Her holistic approach to talent development emphasizes the importance of integrating various elements to enhance employee performance.