About Colene
“I have made it my business to help companies avoid the frustrations of high turnover.”Meet Colene
Colene Rogers, aka The Talent Keeper (SHRM- SCP, PHR), is a 20+ Human Resources (HR) professional and the President and CEO of Retention Architects.
A boutique consulting firm, Retention Architects provides solutions for organizations to help them attract and retain their most appreciable asset: their people. Whether she is giving a keynote speech, conducting a workshop, developing a group of leaders, or coaching individuals, she is continually aiding and inspiring organizations to be their very best.
Every day Colene helps real companies and individuals address issues that stand between them and their highest aspirations. Her hands-on, in-the-trenches activity keeps her content fresh and current as she teaches proven principles of leadership and organizational success.
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Degrees and Certifications
Degrees and Certifications
- Sr. Certified Human Resource Professional
- Certified Professional Human Resources
- John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach
- Certified Vital Smarts Crucial Conversations Trainer
- Professional Speaker of the National Speaker Association
- Active member and popular SHRM conference speaker
- Recipient of two degrees
- BA -Organizational Communication the University of Central Florida
- BA -Public Speaking the university of Central Florida

Annie Jennings Podcast
Colene joins Annie Jennings on Author Expert Wire to discuss her book Retention: Key Mindsets to Retain Top Talent.
I can have it all . . . just not all at the same time
Tallahassee Woman Magazine
As women, we have the opportunity to work for 50 years. In that lifetime we can have it all including the choice to make our lives what we want. We can work, stay at home with children or serve others as a volunteer and we don’t have to do it all at the same time!

HR Florida President of the Year
Colene was awarded the 2016 HR Florida President of the Year by Council President Lynnette Holsinger. Colene served as the President of Big Bend SHRM (Tallahassee) which is one of the 28 Florida SHRM chapters.
Talking about Tough Talks
Colene Rogers joins Dr. Montilla and Dr. Tillman on Wave 94.1 to discuss how to resolve conflict through her Tough Talk Training.
USA Today News Article

Risky Benefits Podcast
Employee Recruitment and Retention – An Expert’s Perspective • Risky Benefits S2, Ep. #20
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