ABOUT US
MICHELLE PITTS
Michelle Pitts has been working in the field of education as a teacher and school leader for 25 years. After receiving an undergraduate degree in Sociology from Colby College, she earned her graduate degree from Lesley University in Elementary Education. Currently, Michelle is working towards a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership at Southern New Hampshire University. Her research focus is the leader's influence on happiness within work culture. Her journey began as a first and second grade teacher, reaching the pinnacle of her teaching career when she became a finalist for Massachusetts Teacher of the Year in 2007. She has been a school principal for 15 years in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire, collaborating with teachers and school leaders across all grade spans. Throughout her career, Michelle has focused much of her work on culture building and meeting the individual needs of both students and staff. She has presented for school leaders in Massachusetts, written an article on Social Emotional Learning for the Massachusetts Department of Education, and worked with psychology students in the graduate program at Tufts University to model data meetings around identification and supports for students with social and emotional challenges. Michelle has served as an adjunct professor for both Endicott College and Lesley University. In addition, she has been trained through Harvard University on the Data-Wise improvement process and facilitated this process with college professors to analyze the engagement within their written syllabi. Her passion for creating and fostering an accepting and positive learning environment that benefits all community stakeholders has been at the center of her work as an educator, leader and consultant.
JONATHAN PITTS
In Jon's most recent role as Director of Talent, he encompassed developing strategic human resources initiatives that fostered a dynamic and inclusive work environment. Spearheading the design and implementation of global recruitment processes, he also ensured robust human capital metrics were communicated effectively to the Board of Directors. Jon's stewardship also extended to employer branding and the deployment of a comprehensive performance management framework. In his hands-on approach to talent development, he has crafted a leadership program tailored to nurture high-potential employees, ensuring a strong succession pipeline. Jon's expertise in employee engagement is demonstrated through the creation and execution of engagement surveys and subsequent action planning. Partnering across departments, he has reinforced DE&I principles and enhanced learning opportunities, aligning with the company's commitment to excellence and growth. Jon has led numerous technology system and organizational process implementations. He thrives on getting into the weeds of what is and what isn't working and either tear down and rebuild, or enhance and grow. This enables teams to continuously strive for the relentless pursuit of excellence. Operating in total transparency he ensures that team members and stakeholders are aware of updates and in turn become change ambassadors. Jon has been fortunate enough to lead teams of various sizes, adopting and fostering servant leadership principals and philosophies. He has had exposure to various industries through different organizations ranging in size and scope. Additionally he has been extremely fortunate in having experience with agency support, consulting support and working in-house. Jon brings tried and true experience at all levels to help organizations and teams unlock their full potential.
With a passion for empowering individuals and organizations, I.T.L.L. Work is dedicated to unlocking the highest potential within your team, while reshaping workplace culture and engagement through an assets-based approach. The process begins and ends with listening, learning and relationship building. Our team at I.T.L.L. Work is committed to positive growth through mentoring, team building and empowerment. We believe in fostering creativity, motivation, and continuous learning. Let us partner with you and, together, we can elevate your organization to the next level.
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Services include:
-Leadership: Coaching, Professional Development & Seminars
-Organizational Development
-Culture Building
-Process Analysis and Implementation
-Learning and Development
-Program Implementation
-Talent Development and Engagement
-Contingent and Retained Recruitment Services and Networking
OUR PHILOSOPHY
We refer to ourselves as Culture Captains as we believe that your organization's culture will ultimately determine your success. We encourage our clients to adopt this philosophy and, in turn, create a culture of winning and success through team engagement and empowerment. Your internal talent will be your drivers of culture and growth. Allow us to help champion that growth with you.