Brian Watkins is an accomplished professional with a diverse background in talent development, training, and learning management. With a Bachelor of Arts in English from Marquette University and a Master of Business Administration in Business from Lake Forest Graduate School of Management, Brian brings a unique blend of creative thinking and strategic expertise to his work.

Throughout his career, Brian has held several leadership positions, including President and Founder of Btom Consultants, where he offers his consulting services to various organizations. Prior to that, he served as Senior Talent Development Specialist at Us Foods, where he worked on developing and implementing training programs to enhance employees' skills and foster professional growth.

Brian has also worked as the Director of Learning and Development at Midtown Athletic Clubs, leading initiatives to create innovative learning solutions for employees. Additionally, he served as the Director of Talent Management and Training at Cd One Price Cleaners, overseeing performance management and training programs to drive organizational success.

With his extensive experience in the field, Brian has also held notable positions such as Director of Learning and Development at Sears and Director of Training at Midas International. During these roles, he demonstrated his ability to design and deliver effective training programs to enhance employee performance and drive business outcomes.

Prior to his leadership roles, Brian gained experience as an Editorial Specialist at Unitedhealth Group and an Instructional Designer at Aon. He also worked as a Training Specialist at Abbott, where he honed his skills in instructional design and facilitation.

Brian's expertise lies in talent development, training, instructional design, and learning management. He thrives in creating engaging and impactful learning experiences that improve performance and drive organizational success. His strong background in leadership and strategic planning allows him to effectively align training initiatives with business objectives.

As a professional with a passion for learning and development, Brian is constantly seeking new opportunities to utilize his skills and expertise. He is known for his ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and his commitment to driving continuous improvement in training and development initiatives.