Hello! I'm Starla Davis
As a Learning and Development leader with over 20 years of experience, I have developed and delivered innovative eLearning, instructor-led, vILT, and video-based training. I'm passionate about building strong teams, talent development, and operational excellence. I use that passion to help businesses solve challenges, build learning strategies and cultivate talent.
Starla Davis
Learning and Development Expert, Entrepreneur, and Culture Cultivator
214-437-1565
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Location:
Allen, Texas but open to relocation
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EXPERIENCE
2013-2023
Lennox International
Senior Manager, Internal Training
Manager, Lennox Stores Training
Curriculum Developer
As Sr. Manager, I led an expanded team of trainers and increased our onboarding programs for sales and store employees to a multi-tiered, custom program. I developed departmental synergies to break down siloed training processes and build a collaborative training environment. I led the reimagining and relaunch of our early talent development program. I also led an extensive Needs Analysis that incorporated employees, cross-functional partners, sales and stores leadership, and the corporate executive team. I used this data to build out new programs and plan our 2024-2026 strategy.
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In previous roles, I managed the strategy development for Lennox Stores, built our field training program and a powerhouse team of trainers, and developed programs to meet organizational challenges. I created in-person and virtual training for internal employees as well as customer-facing content and worked closely with partners in Operations, Safety, Supply Chain, Product, etc., to optimize our workforce.
2009-2013
Webmaster
Bishop Lynch High School
As the Webmaster for Bishop Lynch, a selective Dallas private school, I rebranded the school's 700+ page website and developed design standards. I also trained faculty and students on maintaining pages in CMS and enforced design standards across all functional areas. I improved faculty web presence from 40% to 100%.
2007-2009
Envy Arts
Owner, Creative Director
As Creative Director, I provided curriculum development, video production, graphic design, branding, and other multimedia and organizational development solutions for a variety of clients across multiple industries. As owner, I also was responsible for managing subcontractors and internal customer teams to achieve objectives, along with all aspects of branding, marketing, and accounting.
For more work history, download my full resume.
EDUCATION
2019-2021
Master's Degree
University of North Texas
I earned a Master's Degree of Science in Learning Technologies, with an emphasis on Organizational Development. My degree was completed with a GPA of 4.0.
2009-2012
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor's of Science and Arts
Psychology and Sociology
I earned a Bachelor's Degree with a double-major in Psychology and Sociology. I graduated Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.78. I was also inducted into the Alpha Chi and Alpha Sigma Lambda National Honor Societies.
CORE VALUES
AUTHENTICITY
I build relationships based in trust and transparency. I talk candidly about both successes and failures. I have the courage to have difficult conversations in a constructive way. I value authenticity in others and respond with empathy.
CURIOSITY
I seek first to understand, then be understood. I appreciate diversity of thought. I constantly look for ways to innovate and improve. I'm not afraid to dream big or seek out the opinions of others. I enjoy taking on bold challenges.
RESILIENCE
I have a high level of situational adaptability. I am quick to admit when something isn't going as planned and course correct. I accept feedback as a gift and constantly work to improve. I coach my teams to problem solve and navigate situations.
EXPERTISE
Organizational Development
I build strong cross-functional relationships and leverage them to build collaborative and creative solutions to organizational challenges. I then aid in the implementation of the solution by building the programs and training to drive change.
Talent Development
I ensure employees have the necessary and up-to-date knowledge and skills to succeed in their current and future roles. I provide comprehensive training and development programs tailored to the individual's needs, from pre-boarding to developing new skills and furthering career growth. I design programs to increase employee engagement, productivity, and performance, enabling them to reach their fullest potential.
Leadership Development
I help organizations create an ideal culture, reinforce their core values, and cultivate leadership at all levels of the organization. I seek out opportunities to help drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. I focus on developing leaders who have the skills and vision to guide the organization to success.