Rachael Western
Manager at PwC Consulting - People & Organization- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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PwC Consulting - People & Organization
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France
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Business Consulting and Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Manager
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Jul 2022 - Present
Architected the change strategy and led the implementation of change management activities including stakeholder engagement & communications, training, and business readiness activities for Fortune 500 energy company implementing Salesforce Field Service as their new mobile workforce management tool.
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Senior Associate
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Jul 2020 - Present
Executed change strategy including a robust training curriculum and business readiness activities to support leadership and employee buy-in for a multi-year technology and business process transformation for one of the largest utilities in the US implementing Oracle and Maximo enterprise-wide. Designed training strategy and delivered engaging training for 30,000+ end users in formats such as instructor-led trainings, table tops, quick reference guides, eLearns and videos. Facilitated engaging… Show more Executed change strategy including a robust training curriculum and business readiness activities to support leadership and employee buy-in for a multi-year technology and business process transformation for one of the largest utilities in the US implementing Oracle and Maximo enterprise-wide. Designed training strategy and delivered engaging training for 30,000+ end users in formats such as instructor-led trainings, table tops, quick reference guides, eLearns and videos. Facilitated engaging leadership workshops to garner client buy-in and support adoption of change.
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PwC
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate
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Oct 2018 - Jul 2020
Created and implemented stakeholder engagement and communications activities for a Fortune 500 energy company, impacting over 8,000+ employees for a Grid Modernization transformation spanning 10 initiatives. The strategy incorporated creative communications including project branding, animated videos, and multiple change networks in order to support adoption. Created and implemented stakeholder engagement and communications activities for a Fortune 500 energy company, impacting over 8,000+ employees for a Grid Modernization transformation spanning 10 initiatives. The strategy incorporated creative communications including project branding, animated videos, and multiple change networks in order to support adoption.
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Davidson College Women's Soccer
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Aug 2014 - Aug 2018
Served as a 2-year captain on the Varsity Women’s Soccer Team, the first non-senior captain in 6 years. As a member of the team I fostered a community of mutual respect between players and the coaching staff, and I created a structure of self-governance, enabling the team to assume a greater degree of personal accountability. My commitment to the team has enhanced my time management skills because I have had to balance 25+ hours of weekly soccer engagements with a rigorous academic schedule.… Show more Served as a 2-year captain on the Varsity Women’s Soccer Team, the first non-senior captain in 6 years. As a member of the team I fostered a community of mutual respect between players and the coaching staff, and I created a structure of self-governance, enabling the team to assume a greater degree of personal accountability. My commitment to the team has enhanced my time management skills because I have had to balance 25+ hours of weekly soccer engagements with a rigorous academic schedule. Playing soccer at a high level also improved my ability to deal with adverse situations, such as giving and receiving feedback and constructive criticism, skills which I believe are important for success in the workplace. Show less Served as a 2-year captain on the Varsity Women’s Soccer Team, the first non-senior captain in 6 years. As a member of the team I fostered a community of mutual respect between players and the coaching staff, and I created a structure of self-governance, enabling the team to assume a greater degree of personal accountability. My commitment to the team has enhanced my time management skills because I have had to balance 25+ hours of weekly soccer engagements with a rigorous academic schedule.… Show more Served as a 2-year captain on the Varsity Women’s Soccer Team, the first non-senior captain in 6 years. As a member of the team I fostered a community of mutual respect between players and the coaching staff, and I created a structure of self-governance, enabling the team to assume a greater degree of personal accountability. My commitment to the team has enhanced my time management skills because I have had to balance 25+ hours of weekly soccer engagements with a rigorous academic schedule. Playing soccer at a high level also improved my ability to deal with adverse situations, such as giving and receiving feedback and constructive criticism, skills which I believe are important for success in the workplace. Show less
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North Highland
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Global IT Intern
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May 2017 - Aug 2017
Supported a project team that was responsible for a complex IT transformation, which encompassed 2 simultaneous platform changes. I aided the transformation by strategizing with the team on how to most effectively and efficiently communicate the case for change. We decided that one aspect of communicating the case for change would be videos, which I created, to demonstrate IT system functionality and enhance buy-in and adoption for the change. Because the IT transformation was incredibly… Show more Supported a project team that was responsible for a complex IT transformation, which encompassed 2 simultaneous platform changes. I aided the transformation by strategizing with the team on how to most effectively and efficiently communicate the case for change. We decided that one aspect of communicating the case for change would be videos, which I created, to demonstrate IT system functionality and enhance buy-in and adoption for the change. Because the IT transformation was incredibly complex, it required multiple stages. I developed readiness assessments to measure the organization’s desire and ability to accept more change at each stage. After analyzing the data and reporting it back to the team, I better positioned our team to make the best decision regarding next steps to ensure adoption of the change. Show less Supported a project team that was responsible for a complex IT transformation, which encompassed 2 simultaneous platform changes. I aided the transformation by strategizing with the team on how to most effectively and efficiently communicate the case for change. We decided that one aspect of communicating the case for change would be videos, which I created, to demonstrate IT system functionality and enhance buy-in and adoption for the change. Because the IT transformation was incredibly… Show more Supported a project team that was responsible for a complex IT transformation, which encompassed 2 simultaneous platform changes. I aided the transformation by strategizing with the team on how to most effectively and efficiently communicate the case for change. We decided that one aspect of communicating the case for change would be videos, which I created, to demonstrate IT system functionality and enhance buy-in and adoption for the change. Because the IT transformation was incredibly complex, it required multiple stages. I developed readiness assessments to measure the organization’s desire and ability to accept more change at each stage. After analyzing the data and reporting it back to the team, I better positioned our team to make the best decision regarding next steps to ensure adoption of the change. Show less
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Wellness Marketing Intern
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May 2016 - Aug 2016
Reconstructed marketing content for a new website launch in the development phase, and I used my analytical and Excel skills to develop a detailed 6-month budget analysis for senior leadership. During my work, I realized the potential to increase their audience for their marketing content, so I introduced a social media marketing strategy and an in-depth execution plan. The plan was built to show how the team could capitalize on a specific and important target audience. Reconstructed marketing content for a new website launch in the development phase, and I used my analytical and Excel skills to develop a detailed 6-month budget analysis for senior leadership. During my work, I realized the potential to increase their audience for their marketing content, so I introduced a social media marketing strategy and an in-depth execution plan. The plan was built to show how the team could capitalize on a specific and important target audience.
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Kotter
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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May 2015 - Jun 2015
While interning at Kotter, there was a desire to create a system in which individuals who were seeking to strengthen certain skills could reach out to others who felt confident in their ability in those skills and could provide guidance. I developed an apprenticeship model utilizing survey results to match those seeking specific skill development with those who were willing and able to mentor. In addition, I initiated the creation of an internal communication tool for the company to use to… Show more While interning at Kotter, there was a desire to create a system in which individuals who were seeking to strengthen certain skills could reach out to others who felt confident in their ability in those skills and could provide guidance. I developed an apprenticeship model utilizing survey results to match those seeking specific skill development with those who were willing and able to mentor. In addition, I initiated the creation of an internal communication tool for the company to use to better communicate short-term wins. This tool increased excitement and engagement around company strategy and improved camaraderie amongst employees. Show less While interning at Kotter, there was a desire to create a system in which individuals who were seeking to strengthen certain skills could reach out to others who felt confident in their ability in those skills and could provide guidance. I developed an apprenticeship model utilizing survey results to match those seeking specific skill development with those who were willing and able to mentor. In addition, I initiated the creation of an internal communication tool for the company to use to… Show more While interning at Kotter, there was a desire to create a system in which individuals who were seeking to strengthen certain skills could reach out to others who felt confident in their ability in those skills and could provide guidance. I developed an apprenticeship model utilizing survey results to match those seeking specific skill development with those who were willing and able to mentor. In addition, I initiated the creation of an internal communication tool for the company to use to better communicate short-term wins. This tool increased excitement and engagement around company strategy and improved camaraderie amongst employees. Show less
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Intern
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Feb 2014 - Apr 2014
I assisted therapists treating patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. Through my experiences, I developed “people skills” for how to moderate reactions and responses to patients, effectively communicate and empathize with others, and build trusting and respectful relationships. I also participated in canine therapy, controlling and training dogs in order to facilitate recreational therapy with patients. I assisted therapists treating patients recovering from traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. Through my experiences, I developed “people skills” for how to moderate reactions and responses to patients, effectively communicate and empathize with others, and build trusting and respectful relationships. I also participated in canine therapy, controlling and training dogs in order to facilitate recreational therapy with patients.
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Education
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Davidson College
Psychology, Senior