Tasha Lester Consulting, Inc.©
  Improving Organizational Performance 





                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                           


Tasha Lester possesses a Master of Arts degree in Human Resource Development.  She has 7+ years of business, Human Resources, and frontline management experience. Tasha works directly with senior management, HR personnel, and employees to analyze organizational issues and assist with the applications of problem solving solutions.  Her focus remains on catering to the needs and goals of organizations and strategically integrating those goals into daily business operations.



Testimonials

"Tasha was a valuable resource at Design Studios.  As the project manager over several design projects, she managed our construction teams, worked directly with clients to select final finishes, and conducted final walk-throughs.  She was a leader, motivator, and supporter of team members. We highly recommended her and look forward to working with her again."

Krysti Lyn
Owner,
Design Studios



"Tasha provided extensive input for our website, developed the detailed layouts, drafted content and has coordinated the launch of our online presence. We look forward to working with Tasha in the future!"

Robert J Primeau
President, Florida General Contracting Corporation




"Tasha created our program policies & procedures, designed a Safety & Sanitation training for my staff, and developed an Employee Self-Study Policy Guide for my Early Childhood Center. 
We were in need of her expertise to ensure we met all state and local regulations in order to pass NAEYC Accreditation.  Tasha is extremely organized and professional.  She understood our needs and as a result, we obtained NAEYC Accreditation.  We could not have done it without her."

Connie Acevedo
Former Director
, One Hope United Edgewater Early Learning Center



"Tasha conducted a needs analysis to fix performance gaps among my staff.  With Tasha's guidance, realistic action plans were communicated to all employees.  I am proud to say that performance has never been better and turnover is extremely low.  We plan to retain Tasha Lester Consulting, Inc to analyze and evaluate our progress in addressing performance issues."


Chef Luciano
Owner,
Chef Luciano's




Experience

  •   Created job descriptions, developed salary surveys, conducted desk audits, and created organizational budgets for organizations

  •   Designed company policies and procedures and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance
  •   Created case studies incorporating adult learning theories to model the unique and exclusive adult learning process

  •   Performed an evaluation on the Chicago Department of Aviation's 2010 Pool Motor Truck Driver Snow Removal Training using the  
      Kirkpatrick Model of Evaluation.

  •   Conducted program evaluations for several organizations to determine effectivenes and ROI

  •   Developed a training for an Illinois Medical Center. Designed and created instructional materials, assessment tools, and evaluation
      instruments.  Training is currently used as a requirement for all staff.


  •   Created an undergraduate 400-Level Forensic Psychology E-learning course currently used at online campuses around the world 

  •   Created and designed courses and assessment tools for instructor-led and online environments for colleges and universities

  •   Conducted a needs analysis to solve a performance gap in the area of customer service for a Fortune 500 pharmacy drugstore. 

  •   Collected data, reported findings, and provided recommendations to stakeholders.  As a result, current job performance and  
      customer service ratings remain high.
     

  •   Conducted a needs analysis for a Fortune 500 credit card companyDesigned a highly interactive training for staff and core
      competencies to diminish manufacturing and processing errors.

  •   Oversaw design and implementation of a management training program which increased the quality of professionalism and 
      administration efficiency nationwide.

  •   Directed the transformational change of matrix reporting by introducing enterprise resource planning

  •   Evaluated performance management systems to ensure validity and compliance
     
  •   Created performance toolkits for various organizations



Internship Corner

 
 
Human Resource Intern, Chicago Department of Aviation (2010 - 2010)

  
Designed and developed entry-level training programs for O’Hare and Midway Airport to increase job performance. Updated company 
  policies and procedures, conducted data analysis, and evaluated performance management tools.





Volunteer Corner


  Court Appointed Special Advocate, National CASA (2008 - Present)

  Advocate for abused and neglected children and monitor a child's case as it progresses through the court to ensure the child's best
  interests are being met and necessary services are provided.