Dr. William Jason O'Mara

Dr. OMara is an acclaimed OE & Leadership Development Facilitator-Coach-Lead with over 20 years of extensive evidence-based expertise in Leadership education; specializing in Resilience, Leader assessment, team effectiveness, communication, emotional intelligence & more. Passionate about fostering a culture of learner achievement, and measurable impact on leader behavior.

Expertise in delivering live & online programs that drive personal & organizational growth and enhance executive & organizational health. Doctorate. Published author. NY.

Executive Director, Senior Leadership Coach and Facilitator (Resilience) - The Centre for Leadership Group - New York

(2010-01)

• Facilitate leadership programs for diverse global clients, enhancing executive team capabilities.
• Conduct executive coaching, driving measurable improvements in leadership effectiveness.
• Utilize MBTI, Firo-B, and CCL 360 tools to diagnose and address organizational challenges.
• Design tailored programs for organizational growth, achieving significant client satisfaction.

Senior Leadership Faculty & Executive Coach - Center for Creative Leadership Affiliate Eckerd College LDI - St. Petersburg, FL

(2019-08 - 2024-07)

• Lead global leadership programs, enhancing executive skills and strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with Coaching clients to deliver tailored solutions, achieving measurable results.
• Develop and implement leadership strategies, fostering peak performance and resilience.
• Facilitate workshops on emotional intelligence and communication, improving team dynamics.
• Drive initiatives in servant leadership, influencing organizational culture positively.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful leadership solutions across 35 states and abroad.

Director / Sr. Leadership Facilitator & Coach - Starwood Hotels Worldwide - White Plains, NY

(2005-01 - 2009-12)

• Conducted global leadership programs, enhancing executive skills and emotional intelligence.
• Trained facilitators, improving training quality and consistency across regions.
• Implemented strategic team-building initiatives, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Utilized assessment tools to optimize leadership development and organizational effectiveness.
• Led interventions based on engagement surveys, driving talent growth and team success.

Leadership Facilitator-Feedback Specialist-Executive Coach - Center for Creative Leadership – San Diego Campus - Greater San Diego Area

(1998-01 - 2003-12)

• Provided executive coaching using psychological assessments for leadership growth.
• Certified in multi-rater feedback tools to enhance managerial skills.
• Supported leadership development programs, improving executive performance.
• Guided participants in understanding assessment data for actionable insights.
• Facilitated leadership development programs, enhancing team cohesion and communication skills among senior executives for improved organizational performance.

Human Factors Team-Work, Staff Scientist – US Navy Contractor - Pacific Science & Engineering Group - Greater San Diego Area

• Led new division, enhancing service marketing and consulting coordination.
• Collaborated with DoD on team development and cultural inclusion projects.
• Analyzed Naval and Marine Corps systems, contributing to SPAWAR initiatives.
• Conducted human factors research, publishing findings for industry impact.
• Held DoD security clearance, ensuring compliance and project success.

HR & Organizational Effectiveness Consultant - Mission-Cantina Restaurant-Coffee Cafe Company - Greater San Diego Area

Acted as personal coach for principal owner and key managers. Trained staff and facilitated weekly meetings using process consultation skills. Consulted on programs related to selection, training, team building, reward systems, performance appraisal, goal achievement, and conflict resolution. Refined strategic plans. Exceeded financial objectives.

Wrote all manuals: job descriptions, management systems and employee manuals. Created and implemented weekly self-appraisal and goal setting Performance Management System.

Psy.D./Ph.D.

• Organizational Development - California School of Professional Psychology San Diego (2006)

M.S.

• Industrial-Organizational Psychology - California School of Professional Psychology San Diego (1997)

Masters Studies - Labor & Industrial Relations - Cornell University & Baruch College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology (Pre-Med) - Tulane University