Deirdre Kitchen
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Tim Vogus
I've known Deirdre for the past two years. She was a student in my Leading Teams and Organizations (LTO) and Negotiation classes at the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management. Deirdre was a strong student in LTO, but her talents were truly on full display in Negotiation class. Her unique combination of intellect and intellectual curiosity greatly benefited the entire class. She was often able to make the types of in-class contributions that transformed the classroom conversation and took it to a deeper and more impactful place. Doing so relied on her command of the course material and her ability to express her thoughts with clarity and eloquence. She did both regularly. What also distinguishes Deirdre is her humility. In my research I find that to be the unacknowledged trait of great leaders, they're able to acknowledge they might not know everything and want to draw upon the wisdom of those they manage. Deirdre has really honed this critical skill as she would offer some insightful thoughts and invite others in to deepen and refine her understanding. It always worked and I was always grateful. I recommend Deirdre to any company because she possesses a strong combination of intellect, learning orientation, maturity, confidence, and interpersonal skills that will serve her well as a professional and a leader.
Tim Vogus
I've known Deirdre for the past two years. She was a student in my Leading Teams and Organizations (LTO) and Negotiation classes at the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management. Deirdre was a strong student in LTO, but her talents were truly on full display in Negotiation class. Her unique combination of intellect and intellectual curiosity greatly benefited the entire class. She was often able to make the types of in-class contributions that transformed the classroom conversation and took it to a deeper and more impactful place. Doing so relied on her command of the course material and her ability to express her thoughts with clarity and eloquence. She did both regularly. What also distinguishes Deirdre is her humility. In my research I find that to be the unacknowledged trait of great leaders, they're able to acknowledge they might not know everything and want to draw upon the wisdom of those they manage. Deirdre has really honed this critical skill as she would offer some insightful thoughts and invite others in to deepen and refine her understanding. It always worked and I was always grateful. I recommend Deirdre to any company because she possesses a strong combination of intellect, learning orientation, maturity, confidence, and interpersonal skills that will serve her well as a professional and a leader.
Tim Vogus
I've known Deirdre for the past two years. She was a student in my Leading Teams and Organizations (LTO) and Negotiation classes at the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management. Deirdre was a strong student in LTO, but her talents were truly on full display in Negotiation class. Her unique combination of intellect and intellectual curiosity greatly benefited the entire class. She was often able to make the types of in-class contributions that transformed the classroom conversation and took it to a deeper and more impactful place. Doing so relied on her command of the course material and her ability to express her thoughts with clarity and eloquence. She did both regularly. What also distinguishes Deirdre is her humility. In my research I find that to be the unacknowledged trait of great leaders, they're able to acknowledge they might not know everything and want to draw upon the wisdom of those they manage. Deirdre has really honed this critical skill as she would offer some insightful thoughts and invite others in to deepen and refine her understanding. It always worked and I was always grateful. I recommend Deirdre to any company because she possesses a strong combination of intellect, learning orientation, maturity, confidence, and interpersonal skills that will serve her well as a professional and a leader.
Tim Vogus
I've known Deirdre for the past two years. She was a student in my Leading Teams and Organizations (LTO) and Negotiation classes at the Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management. Deirdre was a strong student in LTO, but her talents were truly on full display in Negotiation class. Her unique combination of intellect and intellectual curiosity greatly benefited the entire class. She was often able to make the types of in-class contributions that transformed the classroom conversation and took it to a deeper and more impactful place. Doing so relied on her command of the course material and her ability to express her thoughts with clarity and eloquence. She did both regularly. What also distinguishes Deirdre is her humility. In my research I find that to be the unacknowledged trait of great leaders, they're able to acknowledge they might not know everything and want to draw upon the wisdom of those they manage. Deirdre has really honed this critical skill as she would offer some insightful thoughts and invite others in to deepen and refine her understanding. It always worked and I was always grateful. I recommend Deirdre to any company because she possesses a strong combination of intellect, learning orientation, maturity, confidence, and interpersonal skills that will serve her well as a professional and a leader.
Credentials
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Hogan Assessments
Hogan Assessment SystemsDec, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
Communicating Persuasively & Building Trust
Stanford University Graduate School of BusinessDec, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
MBTI® Certified Practitioner
The Myers-Briggs CompanyDec, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Global Talent Management Leader (GTML™)
Talent Management InstituteNov, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Learning Agility Coaching
Korn FerryOct, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
EQi 2.0/EQ 360 Certification
OKA (Otto Kroeger Associates)Sep, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Prosci® Certified Change Practitioner
ProsciMay, 2021- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Hudson Institute of Coaching
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Hudson Coaching Certification (In Progress)
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Jun 2023 - Present
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CVS Health
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Executive Talent Development - Head of Executive Succession & Enterprise Talent Review
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Apr 2022 - Present
As the Head of Executive Succession & Enterprise Talent Review at CVS Health, I am responsible for developing and implementing strategies to identify, develop, and retain top talent within the organization. This includes overseeing the succession planning process and working closely with senior leaders to identify high-potential employees and provide them with the necessary development opportunities. I also lead the talent review process, which involves evaluating the current and future talent needs of the organization and developing plans to meet those needs. In this role, I work closely with Executive leadership to ensure that CVS Health has a strong leadership pipeline and is able to attract, retain, and develop the best talent. Show less
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Talent Strategy - Program Director, General Management Talent Programs
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May 2019 - Mar 2022
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The Conference Board
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United States
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Think Tanks
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400 - 500 Employee
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Talent Management Leadership Council Member
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Apr 2022 - Present
I contribute as a thought leader on the council. The Talent Management Leadership Council is focused on examining talent management strategies and objectives to help other organizations optimize their talent and achieve their goals. In this role, I am committed to sharing my knowledge and expertise with other members and collaborating to optimize organizational practices and strategic outcomes related to talent. I contribute as a thought leader on the council. The Talent Management Leadership Council is focused on examining talent management strategies and objectives to help other organizations optimize their talent and achieve their goals. In this role, I am committed to sharing my knowledge and expertise with other members and collaborating to optimize organizational practices and strategic outcomes related to talent.
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Aetna, a CVS Health Company
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Program Director, Institutional Talent Programs
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Dec 2016 - May 2019
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Senior Director, Product & Strategy Management
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May 2015 - Dec 2016
As the Senior Director of Product and Strategy Management at Aetna, I was responsible for driving profitable growth and differentiation in rapidly changing and competitive markets. This included developing and implementing the company's product strategy for a range of offerings, including Medicare Supplement affinity and individual products, as well as multiple disease-specific health and life products. I also led the Balanced Scorecard process, which involved articulating and measuring the company's strategy across multiple dimensions. In this role, I worked closely with segments, customers, and industry leaders to identify and anticipate future product and capability needs. Additionally, I oversaw the product and business compliance teams to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Show less
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Director, Strategic and Business Planning Operations
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Jun 2014 - May 2015
As the Director of Strategic and Business Planning Operations, I was responsible for designing and implementing a reorganization of the business to align with our long-term strategy and adapt to changing market demands. I also worked closely with senior leaders and the C-Level executive team within Aetna's Medicare Division to develop the overall business strategy.
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Chief of Staff & Head of Strategic Initiatives
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Jun 2012 - Jun 2014
As the Chief of Staff & Head of Strategic Initiatives, I played a crucial role in driving strategic transformation through the development and management of key deliverables for the newly acquired Medicare Supplement business. This included working closely with senior leaders to develop and execute a strategy that aligned with the overall goals of the organization and ensured the successful integration of the Medicare Supplement business. In this role, I was responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex projects to ensure that deliverables were met on time and within budget. Through my efforts, I was able to drive significant improvements in operational efficiency and drive the successful integration of the newly acquired business. Show less
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Graduate Summer Associate
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Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
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M&T Bank
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Portfolio Manager
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2005 - 2010
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Management Development Program
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2002 - 2005
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Education
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Mount Holyoke College
BA, Economics -
EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht
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Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management
MBA, Health Care & Strategy
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