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Slav Solic | B.A. | B.Ed.

+ (905) 466-7607

About Me

I am a trusted, results oriented, customer centric L&D professional supporting learners & leaders, ensuring engaging learning experiences translate to working behaviors in support of best in class service, productivity and quality goals and priorities.

I have proven results developing, leading and driving an organization’s training and development strategy through the effective design, delivery and evaluation of all learning and development projects and programs required to retain, orient, mentor, motivate and develop an organizations talent pool.

Experience Architect

As an "Experience Architect", I select, define, develop, and deploy a holistic set of L&D solutions that puts the learner at the heart of the design and development process.

My holistic approach incorporates developing virtual instructor-led training, live simulations, experiential programs, on-the-job opportunities and activities, peer learning, mentoring, communities of practice, and curated content, as well as instructor-led training.

Content Curator

I curate opportunities and create structure. I understand addressing a specific learning need may involve blending a variety of opportunities such as job assignments and projects, mentors and coaches, internal courses, and external resources.

I help managers define the problem, determine whether learning can solve it, and, if so, design solutions that integrate a range of formal and informal learning opportunities.

Facilitation-Based Model

As a skilled facilitator, I adapt to a virtual world. I know how to facilitate a class spread across the world, or a course that may be online and accessed on the learner’s schedule, or adapt material designed for face-to-face encounters that may not translate well to virtual settings.

Therefore, I link design, development, and delivery, for best results. .

Human Characteristics

I have a srong familiarity with the emerging technical landscape and business environment.

I also possess uniquely human characteristics that set me apart. These traits include curiosity, divergent thinking, resilience, agility, emotional and social intelligence, and the ability and willingness to collaborate individually and in teams.

L&D Professional, with proven abilities to Plan Strategically & Execute Tactically

Professional Experience

May 2021 - present		Employee Experience Programs Director iA Private Wealth iA Private Wealth Employee Experience Programs Direcotr Develop and execute strategies that enhance the overall employee experience across the employee lifecycle including but not limited to onboarding, engagement, and internal mobility. Direct programs that promote a caring, fun and fulfilling work environment that values community and belonging, health and wellness, diversity, equity and inclusion, staff development and advancement. Drive meaningful connections and a sense of belonging through a mix of creative and fun virtual and in-person events so that staff feel supported regardless of their flexwork arrangement, background, identity, or affiliations. Responsible for developing and updating content for iAPW Intranet SharePoint pages and communications.
May 2019 - present		Learning and Development Specialist – Practice Management iA Wealth iA Wealth Learning and Development Specialist – Practice Management Creating engaging virtual learning experiences, meaningful tools, content and curriculum using a blended learning approach in support of the Employee Experience (EX) within iA Wealth. Elevating the employee experience within iA Wealth will help improve new hires time to productivity, increase employee retention, improve employee engagement, reduce turnover and improve the process of accommodating, assimilating, and accelerating employees into the culture at IA Wealth.. Develop and design elearning material, coordinate, and review educational content on the coproprate LMS, and incorporate current technology in developing specific eLearning curricula. Manage the iA Wealth MS Teams corporate Employee Training Academy site.
June 2006 - May 2019		Training Manager, Learning and Development iA Clarington Investments Inc. iA Clarington Investments Inc. Manager, Learning and development Successfully proposed, implemented, lead and managed a team of Learning and Development & LEAN Specialists. Coordinated the Stellar Service training program across the entire group of IA Companies, to ensure a consistent customer service experience across various lines of business and acted as a Master Coach and Mentor for Certified Trainers. Worked with Executive/Leadership Team to manage multiple learning projects at a time through various phases of learning design which include but were not limited to, analysis, design, development, delivery and sustainment activities resulting in reduced error rates, improved SL’s, and higher engagement rates of employees. Managed and coordinated all learning and development collateral including policy and procedural documentation and information used across the organization ensuring consistency and adherence to compliance and audit guidelines. Proven skill and capability in the understanding of adult learning principles and implementing informal and formal learning strategies and projects.
May 2004 - June 2006		Client Relationship Manager Integra Capital Integra Capital Client Relationship Manager Managed Integra’s 2 largest clients, Deloitte & Freightliner, by acting as the client advocate within the firm. Fostered and cemented long-term partnerships using a consultative and customized approach in meeting the private wealth/group contributions needs of the client.
October 2000 - May 2004		Group Leader Investors Group Investors Group Group Leader Successfully oversaw the day-to-day operation of the New Business & Specialized Support team, setting targets, monitoring individual performance and team productivity, and solving issues as they arose. Managed the recruitment needs for the team, forecasting headcount for upcoming quarters and working with HR to recruit new talent reducing turnover by 100%. Demonstrated ability to collect, compare and analyze all information and figures in great detail while using strategic and creative approaches to solve complex problems. Reduce errors rates, improved service quality and performance levels through the introduction of documented policy and procedures, guidelines.
October 1998 - November 1999		HR Generalist Integrated Messaging Inc. Integrated Messaging Inc. HR Generalist Performed full-life cycle recruiting (source, pre-qualify, interview, assess, extend/negotiate offers) for all positions, managing the interview process and introducing an agency methodology to sourcing talent for the organization. Researched and developed strategic solutions to successfully attract and acquire high quality candidates utilizing alternative sourcing methods to attract a diversified workforce, including community organizations, peers in other companies, search firms, colleges and universities.
Sept 1996 - Oct 1998 + Nov 1999 - Oct 2000		Staffing Coordinator Adecco Adecco Staffing Coordinator Acted as the onsite HR representative for the AT&T and Convergys client contracts on behalf of ADECCO, by successfully screening and interviewing candidates within the technical support, loyalty, telemarketing and IT fields. Coordinated, implemented and administered the Adecco HR programs to fit the clients specific business needs by reporting, documenting job accountabilities, implementing organization structure changes and headcount/budget support. Maintained accountability for administering payroll for onsite Adecco contract employees with the ability to prioritize numerous stakeholders, including but not limited to preparing correspondences in a number of formats (including letters, presentations, reports and special projects) using data and information obtained from a variety of sources (including PeopleSoft)

Testimonials

Slav is always ensuring optimal learning materials, instructional designs and methodologies provided by MHI are utilized in support of employee competency and skill development efforts.

Peter Webb | Account Executive, MHI

Slav demonstrated high levels of ability to lead projects from implementation to execution with a focus on risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Bohdan Baluta | CIO, ESA

Slav converted our in-person mandatory compliance training to an an online version, saving the compliance department thousands of dollars in travel expenses as well as the added value in time and resource savings.

Doug Krist CCO, iAC

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Slav Solic
347 Lindenwood Dr W
Winnipeg, MB R3P 2B1
+ (905) 466-7607
emailme@slavsolic.com

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