I leverage my leadership and development expertise to create high functioning and innovative teams that are motivated and inspired to enhance the L&OD landscape across all industries. As a result of these methods, Workforce Magazine 40 under 40, the Stevie Awards, Brandon Hall, CLO Learning in Practice have recognized and awarded my work.

Through thoughtful and practical strategies, I actively empower individuals and companies alike. By always leaning on my connection to the business and ability to effectively communicate, I ensures that all audiences have amplified confidence in their execution to the task at hand. With development as my core skill, I continues to build and execute innovative and engaging learning designs.

With over 15 years of experience in education, training, and organizational development, Adam Hickman, PhD, is a visionary leader and innovator who delivers growth and profit through innovations in technology, customer experience, leadership development, and networking. He is currently the Vice President of Learning, Organizational, and Cast Development at Partners Federal Credit Union, an Affiliate of the Walt Disney Company, where he champions complex projects in research and development that uncover the need for continuing education and training throughout the organization.
Adam holds a Ph.D. in Management with a focus on Organizational Development and Leadership. He is a certified strengths coach, a TalentSmart certified instructor, and a Breakthrough Leadership Program graduate. He is also an international keynote speaker, an executive coach, a board member, and an executive editorial board member. Dr. Hickman leverages his expertise and credentials to build strong teams and foster the career development of top talent through coaching, training, and mentorship. He incorporates innovative technology into diverse learning initiatives that promote business growth and creative thinking. His mission is to create policies and strategies that improve the engagement, performance, and well-being of remote workers who may experience workplace isolation, and to share his insights and best practices with the global learning and development community.

At GoHealth, advancing health equity starts with the intentional, data-driven application of proprietary technology, beneficiary and Medicare-expert insight, and an unwavering commitment to delivering peace of mind. With our determined drive to help consumers find a healthcare plan that fits their budget and needs, we believe in hiring risk-takers, innovators, and collaborators within our industry to create individualized, simplified healthcare solutions. As an industry leader in the Medicare marketplace, we are compelled to not only embrace change but to actively be the change to adapt to our consumers’ complex needs. Our #TeamGoHealth employees are at the core of our collective success; that's why we are committed to discovering the best in-class talent and ensuring that each team member receives the development tools and support they need to flourish in their professional endeavors. Having a distinctive range of viewpoints, experiences, and background are a large part of what drives success at GoHealth, and we always strive to do more. Our diverse team structures positively affect our relationships with beneficiaries, carriers, and the communities we passionately serve. As our company grows, we will continue to impact change and make a difference to the lives of our customers through the unique perspectives of our people. GoHealth is a leading health insurance marketplace and Medicare-focused digital health company. Through the efficient, multi-tiered guidance of our highly specialized licensed insurance agents, GoHealth meets Medicare consumers where they are in their enrollment journeys and empowers them to choose the plan and carrier best suited for their healthcare needs. As these needs evolve, GoHealth’s extensive industry expertise, including the use of data science and machine learning with key investments in proprietary technology, serves as a guiding light for Medicare consumers everywhere. https://www.gohealth.com/community-guidelines

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. Our mission is to entertain, inform and inspire people around the globe through the power of unparalleled storytelling, reflecting the iconic brands, creative minds and innovative technologies that make us the world’s premier entertainment company.