DONNELL T. GERALDS
Fort Lee
Summary
Dynamic Learning & Development Leader with a proven track record at Chainalysis, delivering 120+ courses to 45,000 learners globally. Expert in curriculum development and emotional intelligence, I drive impactful leadership initiatives and optimize learning management systems, enhancing employee engagement and performance across diverse teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Learning & Development
Chainalysis
New York
10.2020 - Current
- Managed and led multi-disciplinary design team, delivering over 120 courses in nine languages to 45,000 global learners in 2024.
- Designed leadership development content and mentoring frameworks, establishing targeted support systems for high-potential employees.
- Developed custom platforms for U.S. Secret Service, FBI, IRS, and various agencies, generating $200k to $500k annually per contract.
- Completed LMS migration, implementing SSO and optimizing credit system for enhanced user experience.
- Oversaw localization efforts with third-party vendor, ensuring accurate translations into nine languages.
Senior Instructional Designer
N26
New York
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed and managed new hire curriculum, banking policy articles, and regulatory compliance training for external and internal N26 employees.
- Led training initiatives for Learning Management System launch and generated completion reports.
- Conducted train-the-trainer sessions to enhance instructor effectiveness and provided detailed feedback.
Senior Learning Experience Designer (Robotic Engineering)
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
New York
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Spearheaded team of instructional designers to develop two robotic engineering training programs for entry-level and mid-level engineers.
- Facilitated onboarding support for instructional designers, senior engineers, and ASME employees by granting access and providing application training.
- Maximized Docebo platform utilization through strategic development, training customer support specialists, and analyzing reports.
Learning & Development Specialist
Bed Bath & Beyond Corporate
Union
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed customized new hire curriculum for digital merchants and copywriters, incorporating instructor-led training and eLearning modules.
- Designed stand-alone eLearning program using Articulate to improve onboarding efficiency.
- Proposed innovative strategies to Vice President to enhance Learning and Development capabilities and increase company exposure.
Technology and Learning Specialist
Tiffany & Company
New York
01.2011 - 12.2016
- Executed project management for multiple course developments, including Global POS system and inventory systems.
- Facilitated instructor-led training for IT, retail, manufacturing, and sales departments.
- Directed integrations of learning management systems across various organizational units.
- Coordinated training sessions to enhance operational knowledge among distribution and sales teams.
Instructional Designer & Business/Technical Trainer
AT&T Mobility
Paramus
01.2005 - 12.2011
- Designed and developed web-based and instructor-led training courses for various product categories.
- Led Train-the-Trainer Workshop to equip SMEs with effective classroom training techniques.
- Directed new hire training classes and monthly initiatives across multiple support teams.
- Evaluated training effectiveness using diverse learning solutions such as teleconferencing and webcasting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Nyack College
Nyack, NY01.2012
Skills
- Leadership Development
- Emotional Intelligence
- Learning Management Systems
- Content Development Tools
- Curriculum Development
- Project Management
- Staff Development
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
- Business Analysis and Reporting
- Change Management
Certification
John Maxwell Leadership Development Coach
ICF Leadership Coaching Certification
Six Seconds Emotional Intelligence Network
Assessor, Coach and Training Certification
Harvard Business School Online
Management Essentials Certification
Affiliations
Young Adult Director and Emotional Intelligence Facilitator
- Facilitated workshops locally and internationally for 1,200+ business owners, leaders, volunteers and students on various topics including: leadership development, emotional intelligence, building effective teams in profit and non-profit sectors.
- Lead bi-weekly meetings, leadership development sessions and department strategy planning for a team of ten leaders who mentor 100 young adults.
Timeline
Manager, Learning & Development
Chainalysis
10.2020 - Current
Senior Instructional Designer
N26
11.2019 - 04.2020
Senior Learning Experience Designer (Robotic Engineering)
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
01.2019 - 11.2019
Learning & Development Specialist
Bed Bath & Beyond Corporate
01.2018 - 01.2019
Technology and Learning Specialist
Tiffany & Company
01.2011 - 12.2016
Instructional Designer & Business/Technical Trainer
AT&T Mobility
01.2005 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Nyack College
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