William Walker

Learning & Organizational Development leader and Army veteran with a PhD‑informed approach to leadership behavior, capability building, and culture transformation. Proven track record designing and scaling enterprise leadership programs, coaching managers, and partnering with executives and HR to drive performance, alignment, and organizational effectiveness. Skilled in learning strategy, program architecture, facilitation, and OD practices that improve manager readiness, strengthen culture, and enhance business results.

Greystar — Newport Beach, CA

Manager, Leadership & Talent Development (2023–2026)

• Designed and led global enterprise leadership development programs (6 Critical Practices).
• Facilitated high-impact learning experiences (EQ, situational leadership, manager readiness, building trust, crucial conversations, managing change).
• Coached managers to improve performance, engagement, and communication.
• Consulted with HRBPs to diagnose capability gaps and align learning solutions.
• Managed program delivery including curriculum design, facilitation, communications, LMS (Workday) management.
• Analyzed program impact and recommended improvements based on data insights.
• Partnered cross-functionally to strengthen leadership frameworks and onboarding experience.

Talent Development Associate (2016–2023)

• Assessed training needs and delivered performance-based learning experiences.
• Developed microlearning and digital content to build interpersonal and business skills.
• Facilitated onboarding, communication, and leadership foundations workshops.
• Supported LMS operations, compliance, and reporting.
• Delivered EQ and communication training to strengthen manager capability.
• Built wellness and engagement learning content for enterprise audiences.

Bill Walker Consulting, LLC — La Jolla, CA

Leadership & Organizational Development Consultant (2014–2018)

• Led needs assessments for organizational restructuring and leadership development.
• Created course materials, guides, and multi-media learning assets.
• Conducted culture assessments and recommended improvements for leadership and retention.
• Administered MBTI, DiSC, and TJTA assessments to strengthen team communication.
• Trained SMEs using Train-the-Trainer methodology.

EARLIER CAREER (Condensed)

Director — Chestnut Ridge Church (2003–2014), Morgantown, WV

Training Specialist — EG&G, Morgantown, WV

University Instructor — San Diego State University

PhD, Counseling — Trinity Theological Seminary

Focus areas supporting leadership, communication, and organizational effectiveness

MA, Organizational Communication — San Diego State University