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Glyn Emery

Glyn Emery

Amsterdam

Summary

Dynamic and strategic L&D professional with 10+ years’ experience designing, delivering, and leading impactful learning programs across customer-centric and luxury brand environments. CIPD Level 5 qualified, with proven expertise in instructional design, leadership development, digital adoption, and stakeholder engagement. Known for driving measurable improvements in employee performance, retention, and service quality. A collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced, global settings and brings energy, innovation, and data-driven thinking to every learning initiative.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

European CRC Learning and Development Lead

Richemont Group
04.2022 - Current

Progressively promoted from L&D Specialist to Interim Manager, leading learning and development strategy for Richemont’s European Client Relations Centre (CRC) supporting 9 luxury Maisons. Successfully elevated ambassador onboarding, leadership capability, and continuous learning initiatives, combining digital innovation with strategic planning to drive performance and engagement.


Led the creation and implementation of a pan-European training strategy, aligning learning initiatives with business goals and Maison standards to optimize ambassador performance and customer experience.
Designed and delivered a comprehensive leadership development program for CRC management, combining coaching, training, and follow-up support to enhance capability and drive operational excellence.
Owned and managed the L&D budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources to maximize ROI and support sustainable talent development.
Directed a cross-functional L&D team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment through clear direction, feedback, and performance management.
Spearheaded the onboarding journey for 90+ ambassadors, resulting in an 82% increase in retention and a 99% satisfaction rate through a blended learning model (60% in-person, 40% digital).
Developed and delivered engaging digital learning content, including simulations, videos, and interactive eLearning via Articulate 360 and LMS platforms, enhancing learner engagement and knowledge retention.
Launched advanced post-onboarding and quarterly learning programs, improving ambassador skill progression and driving a 32% increase in quality scores within three months.
Led the successful implementation of the Ambition L&D platform, overseeing testing, stakeholder engagement, and change management to ensure seamless adoption across the CRC.
Partnered with Maison stakeholders and senior leaders to identify training needs, analyze performance data, and tailor development journeys based on strategic priorities.
Continuously improved L&D processes, standardizing onboarding practices, updating learning materials, and embedding data-informed insights to drive learning effectiveness and business impact.

Brand Ambassador

Richemont Group (NL)
10.2020 - 04.2022

Digital Adoption Learning and Development Specialist

British Gas, Centrica PLC
05.2018 - 10.2020

Learning Associate

British Gas, Centrica PLC
05.2016 - 04.2018

Leave Process Analyst

British Gas, Centrica PLC
07.2012 - 04.2016

Business Movers Advisor

British Gas, Centrica PLC
01.2012 - 07.2012

Heating Upgrades Advisor

British Gas, Centrica PLC
01.2011 - 01.2012

Fulfilment Team Agent

British Gas, Centrica PLC
03.2010 - 01.2011

Customer Service Advisor

British Gas, Centrica PLC
05.2006 - 03.2010

Education

Associate Diploma - Organizational Learning & Development

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
01.2024

Certified Professional Manager

COPC
01.2023

certified watch specialist

FHH - Foundation Haute Horlogerie
01.2025

certified watch advisor

FHH - Foundation Haute Horlogerie
01.2023

NVQ Level 2 - Customer Services

British Gas Centrica PLC
01.2008

Skills

  • Learning strategy & program design
  • Leadership development & coaching
  • Instructional design (Articulate 360, Storyline)
  • Hybrid & E learning facilitation
  • LMS management & implementation
  • Stakeholder & change management
  • Onboarding & employee engagement
  • Data analysis & ROI measurements
  • Performance consulting
  • Digital adoption and transformation

Languages

Dutch
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

European CRC Learning and Development Lead

Richemont Group
04.2022 - Current

Brand Ambassador

Richemont Group (NL)
10.2020 - 04.2022

Digital Adoption Learning and Development Specialist

British Gas, Centrica PLC
05.2018 - 10.2020

Learning Associate

British Gas, Centrica PLC
05.2016 - 04.2018

Leave Process Analyst

British Gas, Centrica PLC
07.2012 - 04.2016

Business Movers Advisor

British Gas, Centrica PLC
01.2012 - 07.2012

Heating Upgrades Advisor

British Gas, Centrica PLC
01.2011 - 01.2012

Fulfilment Team Agent

British Gas, Centrica PLC
03.2010 - 01.2011

Customer Service Advisor

British Gas, Centrica PLC
05.2006 - 03.2010

Associate Diploma - Organizational Learning & Development

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)

Certified Professional Manager

COPC

certified watch specialist

FHH - Foundation Haute Horlogerie

certified watch advisor

FHH - Foundation Haute Horlogerie

NVQ Level 2 - Customer Services

British Gas Centrica PLC
Glyn Emery