Alex Howard

I am an influential and invested Organizational Development and Human Capital Executive who delivers high-impact organization development and sustainable business results with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. I am a trusted and respected business partner recognized for leadership, business acumen, critical thinking and emotional intelligence. I am an optimistic and compassionate leader who instills a vision for change, and who coaches and mentors internal and external stakeholders at all levels to drive performance.  

I am noted for:  

§ Strategic Business Partner: Aligned human capital management to business strategy, and transformed business models to drive company performance.  

§ Talent Management: Created integrated Talent Management strategies, including career planning, performance management and leadership development. Built innovative learning and development programs.  

§ Organizational Development: Served as trusted advisor and rebuilt management leadership teams. Restructured an affiliate, boosting management talent and maximized operational synergies.  

§ Succession Planning: Developed comprehensive succession plan to identify staffing gaps. Used 16-box grid system, with custom behavioral competencies to assess top talent. Established management development program including additional educational opportunities, management exposure and stretch assignments.  

§ Sales Leadership: Developed go-to–market strategies and sales training programs to accelerate growth.  

I was trained in strengths and went back to my organization and successfully implemented across our business. I spent a great deal of time focused on coaching managers on how to leverage the strengths of the employees on their teams, build diverse teams using the strengths philosophy and how to give feedback using the strengths language. I am excited to help you discover how you can lead using strengths!