Jeff Doolittle

Elevating Leaders and Empowering Org Excellence

25+ years Talent Management & OD experience

Doctorate in Strategic Leadership

Innovative, goal-oriented, visionary, data-driven

Lives in Grand Rapids, MI; willing to travel as needed

Dr. Jeff Doolittle is a seasoned executive coach and human capital consultant with a passion for elevating leadership and driving organizational excellence. With over 25 years of experience partnering with Fortune 500 executives and global organizations, Jeff has earned a reputation for his ability to develop high-trust relationships. He combines deep people insights with the latest research to challenge conventional thinking and create measurable growth. Jeff's approach empowers leaders to unlock their potential and transform their organizations , resulting in sustained success and improved performance across all levels.

Before starting his boutique consulting firm, Organizational Talent Consulting, Jeff held executive talent management and organizational development roles within multiple industries, such as pharma manufacturing, healthcare, retail, food service, and distribution. In these for-profit and non-profit organizations, he led a range of human capital transformation initiatives in support of strategic goals such as:

Culture building
Employee experience
Leadership competency frameworks
Organizational design
Performance improvement
Succession and workforce planning
Strategic planning

Jeff received his Doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Regent University and his MBA from Olivet Nazarene University. He holds certifications in coaching, leadership assessment, performance management, and strategic workforce planning. Jeff recently published his first book, Life-Changing Leadership Habits: 10 Proven Principles That Will Elevate People, Profit, and Purpose, which is currently taught in university classrooms.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Jeff enjoys spending time with his family hiking and scuba diving. He lives with his wife in Byron Center, MI, where he started a community service organization that has helped hundreds of people recover from life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups.

"His ability to create a process that could engage everyone, and gain commitment was remarkable. Dr. Doolittle's broad experience in organizational development and change management, coupled with his strong interpersonal skills, make him an invaluable resource for culture change."
~ Shawn Isenhoff - President, Dorner Works

ALL Testimonials

Steve Polega - Chief Nursing Officer, University of Michigan Health
“Jeff performed a leadership assessment and training with my leadership team months ago. He was engaging and thought provoking. His assessment and advice on our communication styles was spot on. I still have directors that talk about this today and reference and use what they learned. Jeff and Organizational Talent Consulting helped to strengthen our team and identify areas that needed some work. Thank you, Jeff, for the impactful training."

Shawn Isenhoff - President, Dorner Works
“Dr. Jeff Doolittle provided exceptional insights and guidance on our recent culture change initiative. His expertise in understanding our organization's needs and facilitating strategic discussions was instrumental. With Jeff's guidance, we've gained clarity on our cultural aspirations and strategic direction, positioning us for future success. His data-driven processes and research on a complex topic like culture are what sets him apart. Several times, we encountered difficult decisions around our current and desired culture, and Jeff aligned various teams using collaborative approaches and data-driven decision-making. His ability to create a process that could engage everyone, and gain commitment was remarkable. The tools and process used also allowed gaps by area to be identified, allowing all to consider practical changes that bring us collectively into alignment. Dr. Doolittle's broad experience in organizational development and change management, coupled with his strong interpersonal skills, make him an invaluable resource for culture change."

Spencer Warren - General Manager, Gordon Food Service
“Dr. Jeff Doolittle’s expertise in leading change and servant leadership has significantly impacted the leadership at Gordon Food Service in the Carolinas. His leadership consulting and executive coaching addressed both the inner game and outer game of leadership, equipping our leaders with the skills and values needed to navigate complex challenges and drive success. His guidance enhanced our executives' strategic thinking and fostered a growth mindset. Feedback from leaders has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting his engaging coaching style and deep understanding of leadership dynamics. Working with Dr. Doolittle is enriching due to his presence, insights, and commitment."