Jerry Donella, PHR

Jerry Donella is a seasoned leadership development expert and organizational consultant with a passion for helping individuals and organizations reach their full potential. As the principal of Right Fit Consulting, LLC, and former Senior Vice President of CraftSystems, Inc., Jerry brings over two decades of experience in the field of employment assessment and development.

Jerry's expertise is grounded in real-world experience and extensive research. He has personally interviewed thousands of CEOs and participated in their personality assessments, contributing to one of the nation's most comprehensive leadership studies. This research, inspired by Jim Collins' "Good to Great" concepts, delved deeper into identifying the key factors that enable organizations to put "the right people on the bus in the right seats."

Prior to founding Right Fit Consulting, Jerry led the Sales and Training team at Craftsystems, publishers of the renowned Craft Personality Questionnaire (CPQ). In this role, he spearheaded sales and leadership development initiatives for thousands of managers across diverse industries, including Fortune 500 companies like Securian Financial, Penn Mutual, and The Principal Financial Group. His focus on ensuring employees were prepared, motivated, and engaged resulted in significant performance improvements for these organizations.

Jerry's impact extends beyond the corporate world. He has consulted for organizations in the US, UK, Australia, India, and China, demonstrating his ability to adapt his expertise to diverse cultural contexts. He has also conducted 360 Survey result analysis for a major call center outsourcer, providing valuable insights into employee engagement and performance optimization.

A sought-after speaker and trainer, Jerry has conducted workshops and seminars for a wide range of companies and organizations, including ADP Dealer Services, Southern Farm Bureau Insurance, Saga Communications, and many others. He is known for his engaging presentation style and ability to translate complex concepts into practical strategies.

Jerry's commitment to developing human potential is evident in his work. He is a firm believer in the power of continuous learning and personal growth, and his dedication to helping others achieve their goals is truly inspiring.