Russell Pitts is a seasoned professional in leadership development and organizational training, currently serving as a Senior Consultant at Kaiser Permanente since March 2015, where responsibilities include supporting over 6,000 employees across multiple locations. In addition to this role, Russell leads Coach Me Up Consulting, providing coaching and professional training for mid-level leaders, utilizing expertise in various methodologies such as MBTI and Situational Leadership. Previously at Abbott Labs, Russell managed leadership development initiatives for extensive employee groups in North America, and held several human resources roles at Guidant and Sprint, focusing on employee relations, talent management, and organizational alignment. Russell holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Counseling and HR Management from California State University-Sacramento.