Sean Knudsen
About Sean Knudsen
Sean Knudsen is a Senior Manager of Assessment and Development at US Foods, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in organizational development and psychology, with experience in various consulting and managerial roles across multiple organizations.
Work at US Foods
Sean Knudsen has been serving as the Senior Manager of Assessment and Development at US Foods since 2021. In this role, he has led significant initiatives, including the rollout of a validated pre-employment assessment for Warehouse Selectors across 17 markets. This project focused on maximizing user adoption and managing changes in hiring practices. Prior to his current position, he worked as the Manager of High Potential Leadership Development at US Foods from 2018 to 2021.
Education and Expertise
Sean Knudsen holds a Master of Arts in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Elmhurst College, where he studied from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Business Administration from Augustana College, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in organizational development and assessment.
Background
Sean Knudsen has a diverse professional background in organizational development and consulting. He began his career as a Survey Consultant at Elmhurst Partners Consulting Group in 2010. He has held various roles, including Organizational Development Associate and Senior Manager at Cision, and Consultant positions at Strategic Talent Solutions and Youth Guidance. His experience spans several years and includes significant roles in the Greater Chicago Area.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Sean Knudsen has designed and implemented a Team Coaching intervention aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of 12 Senior Leadership Teams. This initiative leveraged data-driven insights to improve team performance. His contributions to organizational development have been recognized in various roles, particularly during his tenure at US Foods and Cision.