John Connolly

John Connolly is an experienced professional in sales training, organizational development, and communications, currently serving as the Senior Manager of Sales Training & Development at Global Industrial Company since March 2024. Prior to this role, John held several leadership positions, including Director of Culture & Communications at SHI International Corp., where John implemented programs to enhance workplace culture. John’s experience at Office Depot spanned multiple roles, including Director of Learning & Organizational Development, where John oversaw training for approximately 4,500 employees, and as a Principal Consultant focused on field sales training. John’s earlier career includes strategic communications roles at Sears, Roebuck and Co. and community relations work at Abbott Laboratories and Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. John holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications with a focus on Journalism from Illinois State University.