Michael Lindsay

Talent Development | Program Management |Workforce Strategy | MSHR | PMP | Bilingual (EN/ES)

United States

About

Talent Development and Program Management leader with over 20 years of experience leading large-scale workforce programs, leadership development initiatives, and talent pipelines. Currently leading multi-site workforce development operations across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, managing 40+ personnel and delivering over 1,300 hires in the past three years. I specialize in designing and launching talent development programs, aligning workforce strategies with organizational goals, and driving performance through data, KPIs, and continuous improvement. I have also led enterprise-level learning and development programs, managing teams of instructors and developing curriculum to improve leadership capability, engagement, and readiness. My experience includes cross-functional collaboration with senior leaders and aligning talent initiatives with business priorities. I am currently pursuing my Project Management Professional (PMP) certification to further strengthen my ability to lead complex programs and drive organizational impact. I am seeking opportunities in Talent Development, Program Management, and Workforce Strategy where I can help organizations build high-performing, future-ready teams.

Experience

  • Senior Program Manager, Talent & Workforce Development at U.S. Army Recruiting
    Jun 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

    Lead a multi-site talent acquisition and workforce development program across 8 locations, managing 40+ personnel. Delivered 1,300+ hires in 36 months using data-driven recruiting strategies and performance metrics. Designed, launched, and managed talent development programs aligned with workforce strategy and organizational goals. Managed and optimized talent pipelines, including early-career candidates, to meet workforce demand. Track and analyze KPIs, projections, and conversion metrics to drive continuous improvement. Applied project management principles to execute complex programs. Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to align talent initiatives with business priorities. Led geographically dispersed teams across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Coached and mentored leaders, improving retention, engagement, and team performance.

  • Talent Development Manager / Program Lead (Division Chief / Instructor) at US Army Recruiting and Retention College
    Jul 2020 - Jun 2023 · 3 yrs

    Led a team of 13 instructors delivering enterprise-level talent development and leadership programs. Designed, developed, and delivered curriculum as a course development writer aligned with workforce and organizational needs. Delivered training to 100+ personnel annually, improving leadership effectiveness and workforce readiness. Built and standardized learning programs and onboarding frameworks. Measured effectiveness using KPIs and performance metrics, driving continuous improvement. Partnered with senior stakeholders to align learning strategies with workforce planning and talent development goals. Mentored and coached leaders, improving engagement, retention, and promotion readiness.

  • Program Manager, Talent Acquisition (Recruiting Station Commander) at US Army
    Jan 2012 - Jun 2023 · 11 yrs 6 mos

    Led high-performing teams executing end-to-end talent acquisition and pipeline operations. Implemented training and development programs to improve recruiter performance and candidate conversion rates. Monitored program metrics, identified trends, and implemented process improvements. Strengthened stakeholder partnerships, enhancing sourcing strategies and pipeline growth.