Empowering and results-driven leader with a proven track record of fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture. Experiences in instructional design and training development, creating engaging learning experiences that inspire growth, enhance performance, and drive organizational success. Skilled in coaching and mentoring employees, adapting training strategies to evolving business needs, and implementing innovative solutions that empower teams. Committed to cultivating an inclusive learning environment that encourages continuous development, boosts retention, and maximizes potential.
As a Training Consultant for the Veterans Experience Office Contact Center (VEOCC), I design, develop, and facilitate dynamic training programs to equip new hire agents and leadership with the skills necessary to provide exceptional service to veterans. Conducting two new hire training classes per month, I engage 15-30 participants per session using gamification, scenario-based learning, simulations, and collaborative activities to enhance engagement and retention.
In addition to onboarding, I create continuous learning courses using Articulate, Genially, Canva, and PowerPoint to support ongoing agent development. These courses focus on key competencies such as soft skills, call center best practices, mentoring, and leadership development. I also design and deliver leadership training programs tailored for supervisors to enhance their coaching and management abilities.
With a strong foundation in instructional design, facilitation, and learner engagement strategies, I am committed to fostering a high-performance learning culture that empowers agents and leaders to provide outstanding support to our veteran community.
Leadership & Mentorship:
• Coach and mentor junior trainers and new hires biweekly, fostering professional growth and knowledge retention.
• Provide career development guidance, aligning individual and team goals with organizational objectives.
• Serve as a central resource for training inquiries, ensuring continuous team support and knowledge sharing.
Training Program Development & Delivery:
• Assess organizational and participant needs to design and deliver comprehensive training programs.
• Develop and optimize training materials, including manuals, guides, presentations, and e-learning modules, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends.
• Conduct high-impact virtual training sessions utilizing modern learning techniques such as gamification, scenario-based learning, and multimedia strategies.
• Modify training methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, prioritizing interactive and peer-based learning.
• Utilize case studies, role-playing, and real-world scenarios for hands-on learning and practical application.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategic Alignment:
• Partner with SMEs, leadership, and cross-functional teams to ensure training content remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with business needs.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders, maintaining clear communication on expectations and progress updates.
• Ensure training initiatives support financial and strategic organizational objectives.
Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement:
• Prepare and present reports showcasing training impact, ROI, and effectiveness.
• Measure training effectiveness through surveys, feedback, and performance metrics, implementing improvements as needed.
• Oversee testing, piloting, and feedback integration to refine training experiences.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in adult education to enhance program offerings continually.
• Maintain detailed records of training sessions, participant feedback, and program outcomes to support data-driven decision-making.
Technology & Innovation in Learning:
• Design Web-Based Trainings (WBTs) using Articulate, and other authoring tools, applying the ADDIE methodology.
• Leverage e-learning platforms and cloud-based collaboration tools like Google Workspace, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 for content management and remote learning.
• Evaluate and integrate new training tools and methodologies to enhance learning engagement and accessibility.
Project & Program Management:
• Oversee multiple training initiatives, tracking progress, meeting deadlines, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively while maintaining high-quality instruction to meet client expectations.
• Identify skill gaps and training needs through collaboration with clients and quality teams, developing targeted solutions for improvement.
As an independent Training Consultant, I partner with businesses—ranging from startups to established companies—to enhance their training programs by incorporating innovative and engaging learning strategies. Through small contracts, I assess existing training programs and redesign them with interactive elements such as gamification, scenario-based learning, and collaborative activities to increase engagement and knowledge retention.
For startup companies, I develop comprehensive training programs from the ground up, ensuring their new hire onboarding processes are structured, effective, and aligned with company goals. My expertise in instructional design allows me to create customized solutions using tools like Articulate, Genially, Canva, and PowerPoint to deliver high-impact learning experiences.
In addition to corporate training, I mentor and coach aspiring trainers, providing hands-on experience through a structured 6-8 week internship program. Interns gain exposure to instructional design, facilitation techniques, and best practices in training development, preparing them for careers in the learning and development space.
With a passion for education, leadership, and workforce development, I am committed to helping businesses and individuals build stronger, more effective training programs that drive long-term success.
Training Strategy & Development: Design, develop, and implement customized over 30 training programs that align with business objectives and enhance employee performance
As a Training Consultant for the Veterans Experience Office Contact Center (VEOCC), I design, develop, and facilitate dynamic training programs to equip new hire agents and leadership with the skills necessary to provide exceptional service to veterans. Conducting two new hire training classes per month, I engage 15-30 participants per session using gamification, scenario-based learning, simulations, and collaborative activities to enhance engagement and retention.
In addition to onboarding, I create continuous learning courses using Articulate, Genially, Canva, and PowerPoint to support ongoing agent development. These courses focus on key competencies such as soft skills, call center best practices, mentoring, and leadership development. I also design and deliver leadership training programs tailored for supervisors to enhance their coaching and management abilities.
With a strong foundation in instructional design, facilitation, and learner engagement strategies, I am committed to fostering a high-performance learning culture that empowers agents and leaders to provide outstanding support to our veteran community.
• Provide career development guidance, aligning individual and team goals with organizational objectives.
• Serve as a central resource for training inquiries, ensuring continuous team support and knowledge sharing.
Training Program Development & Delivery:
• Assess organizational and participant needs to design and deliver comprehensive training programs.
• Develop and optimize training materials, including manuals, guides, presentations, and e-learning modules, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry trends.
• Conduct high-impact virtual training sessions utilizing modern learning techniques such as gamification, scenario-based learning, and multimedia strategies.
• Modify training methods to accommodate diverse learning styles, prioritizing interactive and peer-based learning.
• Utilize case studies, role-playing, and real-world scenarios for hands-on learning and practical application.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategic Alignment:
• Partner with SMEs, leadership, and cross-functional teams to ensure training content remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with business needs.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders, maintaining clear communication on expectations and progress updates.
• Ensure training initiatives support financial and strategic organizational objectives.
Performance Measurement & Continuous Improvement:
• Prepare and present reports showcasing training impact, ROI, and effectiveness.
• Measure training effectiveness through surveys, feedback, and performance metrics, implementing improvements as needed.
• Oversee testing, piloting, and feedback integration to refine training experiences.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in adult education to enhance program offerings continually.
• Maintain detailed records of training sessions, participant feedback, and program outcomes to support data-driven decision-making.
Technology & Innovation in Learning:
• Design Web-Based Trainings (WBTs) using Articulate, and other authoring tools, applying the ADDIE methodology.
• Leverage e-learning platforms and cloud-based collaboration tools like Google Workspace, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 for content management and remote learning.
• Evaluate and integrate new training tools and methodologies to enhance learning engagement and accessibility.
Project & Program Management:
• Oversee multiple training initiatives, tracking progress, meeting deadlines, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively while maintaining high-quality instruction to meet client expectations.
Identify skill gaps and training needs through collaboration with clients and quality teams, developing targeted solutions for improvement.
- Training & Learning Development: ADDIE methodology, adaptive learning techniques, e-learning design, interactive facilitation, training delivery, classroom & online instruction, alternative training methods, training material updates, customized training, learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, Thinkific, Absorb, Concur)
- Program & Organizational Development: Training effectiveness analysis, performance evaluation, organizational transformation, stakeholder alignment, process improvements, program management, quality control, logistics expertise
- Coaching & Leadership: Leadership training, coaching & mentoring, new hire onboarding, continuous learning promotion, audience engagement
- Technology & Tools: Articulate, Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint), Google Suite, Mondaycom, Salesforce, Canva, Screencast-O-Matic, Smartsheet, WordPress
- Project & Communication Management: Project management, task prioritization, remote team collaboration, communication, survey feedback interpretation, data insights utilization