Al Halstead
About Al Halstead
Al Halstead serves as the Head of Career Development and Learning Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, where he has worked since 2015. He holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership and a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Studies, and he has a strong track record in employee training and development.
Work at U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission
Al Halstead has served as the Head of Career Development and Learning Management at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission since 2015. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of training programs aimed at enhancing employee skills and career growth. His leadership in this position has contributed to the overall effectiveness of the agency's workforce development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Al Halstead holds a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership with a specialization in Learning & Performance from Colorado State University Global. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Integrated Studies, focusing on Management of Operations, from Champlain College. His educational background equips him with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead career development and learning management initiatives.
Background
Prior to his current role, Al Halstead worked at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office as a Senior Learning and Development Specialist from 2007 to 2015. During his tenure there, he focused on enhancing employee training programs and contributed to the development of various learning initiatives. His experience spans over a decade in the field of career development and employee training.
Achievements
Al Halstead has authored curricula and led training initiatives that aim to inspire employees to enhance their professional skills. He successfully generated annual savings of $25,000 by streamlining registrations and increasing course availability through effective negotiations. Additionally, he managed a budget of $2.1 million for education, training, and development resources across 46 cost centers, demonstrating his capability in resource management.
Career Initiatives
Al Halstead spearheaded Career Horizons, a nationwide employee career coaching and counseling service. This initiative aims to provide employees with guidance and support in their career paths. His efforts in creating targeted initiatives have resulted in high satisfaction rates in areas such as Communication, Setting Expectations, Performance Recognition, and Personal Empowerment.