Staci Fischer is a transformational change management executive whose guiding principle, “Transform with Purpose, Change for Impact,” defines her approach to organizational evolution. With over 26 years of experience at Wells Fargo, a Fortune 50 organization, she has established herself as a visionary leader who transforms complex challenges into sustainable solutions that drive both operational excellence and human engagement.
In her current role as Organizational Change Advisor, Staci has revolutionized enterprise-wide change management practices, achieving a remarkable 90% adoption rate in organizational change management competence within six months across 4,000 employees. Her strategic partnership with executive leadership has resulted in robust risk assessment frameworks and efficiency measures that consistently align with and advance core business objectives.
As Implementation Strategy Senior Consultant for the Branch Network, Staci pioneered a comprehensive change framework that reached 50,000 employees. Her collaboration with technology partners in implementing platforms such as Salesforce and the Net Promoter System demonstrated her ability to bridge technical innovation with human-centered change management. This work significantly enhanced customer experience while ensuring seamless adoption of new technologies across the organization.
During her tenure as Change Management Leader for Customer & Branch Experience, Staci orchestrated lifecycle management for high-impact culture transformation programs across 5,500 banking locations. Her integrated approach to change delivery consistently yielded improvements in both employee engagement and customer satisfaction metrics, establishing new benchmarks for success in organizational transformation.
Staci’s expertise extends beyond traditional change management through her experience as a User Experience Researcher and Product Manager in ATM Banking. In this role, she developed innovative customer listening strategies and user personas that directly influenced product development and design decisions. This unique combination of user-centered design principles and organizational change expertise enables her to create solutions that resonate at both individual and institutional levels.
Her foundational work in Learning and Development showcased her talent for designing and implementing comprehensive training programs. Through strategic partnerships, including collaboration with Franklin Covey, she successfully delivered e-learning initiatives that proved crucial during major organizational transitions, such as the Wachovia conversion, impacting over 4,000 employees.
Beyond her corporate leadership, Staci has demonstrated exceptional community impact through her involvement in local Parent Teacher Associations (PTA). As PTA President (2017-2021), she drove a remarkable 350% increase in participation and engagement. Currently serving as Event Coordinator (2023-present) and Communications Chair, she has established a systematic yearly calendar of events and achieved a 100% increase in volunteer coordination and participation, exemplifying her ability to create sustainable community change.
Staci holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Agricultural Business and Management from Oregon State University, complemented by a Project Management Certificate from Villanova University and studies in Adult Learning Theory at Marylhurst University. This academic foundation reinforces her practical expertise in driving organizational transformation.
Leadership Philosophy: Staci’s approach to leadership integrates four key dimensions that define her success in driving organizational change:
Vision & Strategy:
Identifies opportunities for transformation that align with organizational goals
Develops comprehensive frameworks that enable sustainable change
Creates scalable solutions that drive measurable impact
Implementation Excellence:
Builds and executes strategic programs that address complex organizational challenges
Ensures adoption through carefully crafted change management methodologies
Maintains focus on both immediate results and long-term sustainability
Stakeholder Engagement:
Fosters strong relationships across all organizational levels
Facilitates collaboration between technical and business teams
Drives engagement through clear communication and inclusive leadership
Impact & Results:
Consistently delivers measurable improvements in organizational performance
Creates lasting positive change in both corporate and community environments
Builds capacity for continued growth and adaptation
Staci’s comprehensive approach to change management, combined with her proven track record of success in both corporate and community leadership roles, makes her an invaluable asset in driving transformational initiatives that create lasting impact.
Character:
Staci is a dedicated, resilient leader known for her adaptability and unwavering commitment to fostering positive organizational culture. She approaches complex challenges with a hands-on, practical mindset that reflects her focus on driving meaningful, lasting change.
Knowledge:
With a strong foundation in change management, user experience, and program development, Staci combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of people-centered change. Her diverse background allows her to implement change initiatives that balance operational goals with employee and customer needs.
Strategic:
Staci’s strategic vision is evident in her ability to lead large-scale transformation programs that align with overarching business objectives. Her proactive approach enables her to implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency while driving long-term impact and engagement.
Communication:
An effective communicator, Staci builds strong relationships and fosters collaboration across teams to ensure alignment and clarity at each phase of change. Her interpersonal skills make her a trusted advisor and advocate, supporting teams and leaders through complex transitions.
