Hi there, I'm Steve Whiteford—an experienced corporate trainer and consultant who has helped startups and Fortune 50 environments alike refine executive development and interpersonal communication. I design engaging programs, facilitate impactful workshops, and coach executives to achieve measurable behavioral changes. I'm comfortable working with front-line staff and C-level leaders, and I'm known for being flexible, direct, and results-driven. I build learning experiences with strong client rapport, leadership development, and practical applications. I leverage EQ, 360 assessments, and a mix of tools (WebEx, SharePoint, Captivate) to deliver high-impact training and sustained performance improvements. I have produced my own videos on Emotional Intelligence topics in which I am the trainer/host. I have an interest in doing podcasts. I started my career as an actor. I graduated from Boston University's acting program, worked in NYC and Los Angeles, and transitioned to a career in corporate training 25 years ago. I have recently dabbled in acting again by creating UGC spots and performing as a Standardized Patient for several local medical schools. I put my union memberships on hold about 15 years ago and have been doing non-union work since that time. I currently use Premier Pro and aShure M7 Microphone to produce auditions and training videos.…

Steve Whiteford

Hi there, I'm Steve Whiteford—an experienced corporate trainer and consultant who has helped startups and Fortune 50 environments alike refine executive development and interpersonal communication. I design engaging programs, facilitate impactful workshops, and coach executives to achieve measurable behavioral changes. I'm comfortable working with front-line staff and C-level leaders, and I'm known for being flexible, direct, and results-driven. I build learning experiences with strong client rapport, leadership development, and practical applications. I leverage EQ, 360 assessments, and a mix of tools (WebEx, SharePoint, Captivate) to deliver high-impact training and sustained performance improvements. I have produced my own videos on Emotional Intelligence topics in which I am the trainer/host. I have an interest in doing podcasts. I started my career as an actor. I graduated from Boston University's acting program, worked in NYC and Los Angeles, and transitioned to a career in corporate training 25 years ago. I have recently dabbled in acting again by creating UGC spots and performing as a Standardized Patient for several local medical schools. I put my union memberships on hold about 15 years ago and have been doing non-union work since that time. I currently use Premier Pro and aShure M7 Microphone to produce auditions and training videos.…

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Hi there, I’m Steve Whiteford—an experienced corporate trainer and consultant who has helped startups and Fortune 50 environments alike refine executive development and interpersonal communication. I design engaging programs, facilitate impactful workshops, and coach executives to achieve measurable behavioral changes. I’m comfortable working with front-line staff and C-level leaders, and I’m known for being flexible, direct, and results-driven.

I build learning experiences with strong client rapport, leadership development, and practical applications. I leverage EQ, 360 assessments, and a mix of tools (WebEx, SharePoint, Captivate) to deliver high-impact training and sustained performance improvements.

I have produced my own videos on Emotional Intelligence topics in which I am the trainer/host. I have an interest in doing podcasts.

I started my career as an actor. I graduated from Boston University’s acting program, worked in NYC and Los Angeles, and transitioned to a career in corporate training 25 years ago. I have recently dabbled in acting again by creating UGC spots and performing as a Standardized Patient for several local medical schools. I put my union memberships on hold about 15 years ago and have been doing non-union work since that time. I currently use Premier Pro and aShure M7 Microphone to produce auditions and training videos.

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Work Experience

Founder / Sole Proprietor - Consultant / Trainer / Coach at Whiteford Resources
January 1, 1991 - Present
Design, market, sell, present workshops, and coach privately for scores of Fortune 100/500 Corporations; sub-contract with peer and larger training firms. Utilized 360° assessments to drive targeted behavioral changes. Managed training projects with assessments, executive interviews, product design, consultant team supervision, and delivery; established strong client trust and repeat business; featured speaker for corporate, association, and national conference events.
Program Manager, People Development at Capital Metro Transportation Authority
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Shaped competencies for Performance Management Program to impact cultural change. Initiated, coordinated, and delivered a new employee technical orientation document to increase ease of locating links and training for systems and software. Designed and delivered customized training for newly defined positions and groups. Launched and managed Learning Management System by department, effectively training 350 employees.
Training Coordinator/Training Lead at Capital Metro Transportation Authority
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
Coordinate, enroll, and track organizational training, including mandatory/compliance and high-level Leadership training. Produce off-site acknowledgment and training events. Design and deliver quarterly follow-up Leadership training. Contribute specifications to training RFPs.
Training Specialist VI at Texas Department of Public Safety, Driver License Division
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Shared management, planning, development, and delivery of training. Trained field trainers. Created application training and customer service program using Captivate 5; wrote scripts for Perception and Cultural Diversity and Driver License issuance online programs. Refined Driver License Training Manual. Scheduled (200+ offices) and delivered distance training programs using WebEx.
Training Specialist at University of Texas, Professional Development Center
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Designed and delivered professional workshops on a wide range of management and communication topics. Instituted and delivered successful workshops in Emotional Intelligence and Organizational Influence, strengthening PDC offerings and capacity enrollment.
Career Center Manager at Lee Hecht Harrison
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005
Presented Career Continuation, Change Management, and Professional Development workshops; coached hundreds of clients. Served in the Austin office, and in the Dell, Chevron, and World Bank/Wells Fargo Career Centers. Maintained an average 8.5 evaluation on a 10-point scale.
Outplacement Trainer/Consultant at Lee Hecht Harrison
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Delivered career transition, Change Management, and Professional Development workshops; coached hundreds of clients; contributed to multiple centers.
Career Center Manager/Outplacement Trainer/Consultant at Lee Hecht Harrison
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
Led career center operations, training, and coaching; drove program improvements and client satisfaction.
Outplacement Trainer/Counselor/Managing Consultant at DBM
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 2003
Provided outplacement training and counseling; managed engagements across multiple regions.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Boston University
January 11, 2030 - December 4, 2025

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Industry Experience

Education, Government, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization