G. Lance Heard
Summary
Learning and development specialist with expertise in e-learning development, compliance training, and learning management system (LMS) administration at WIS International Inventory Service. Proficient in designing training materials for hourly employees and facilitating professional development for leadership roles. Demonstrated ability to enhance training effectiveness and improve employee performance through targeted learning solutions.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning and Development Specialist
WIS International
Remote
09.2024 - Current
- Managed the Learning Management System including user profiles, course catalogs and reporting functions.
- Developed and facilitated learning programs to ensure the professional development of employees.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding safety training requirements.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create content for e-learning courses.
- Designed online learning modules using authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline 360.
Schematics Analyst
WIS International
Charlotte, NC
04.2022 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on projects related to analytics initiatives.
- Analyzed large datasets with statistical methods and software programs.
- Developed space plans to optimize the use of available floor area according to customer requirements.
- Consulted with clients to determine spatial or functional requirements of structures.
- Conducted on-site visits to construction sites to monitor plan compliance.
Professor
UNC Asheville
Asheville, NC
05.1999 - 03.2022
- Organized seminars, workshops or other events related to topics within the discipline.
- Attended meetings with administrators concerning budgetary matters.
- Engaged with colleagues in scholarly activities at professional conferences.
- Reviewed manuscripts submitted for publication by peers.
- Conducted research related to the field of study.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Tasmania
Hobart, Tasmania, AustraliaBachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaSkills
- LMS Administration
- Articulate Rise & Storyline
- Camtasia
- Instructor-led live online training
- Compliance training
- Systems Research
- Training delivery
- Reporting and Analystics
Highlights
- Launched recurring, role-and location based Workplace Harassment Prevention training for 2500 employees in two countries and oversaw automation of the process.
- Created certification mechanism for warehouse workers, saving WIS International $500K in travel expenses.
- Developed protocols for training external contract employees in-house.
Timeline
Learning and Development Specialist
WIS International
09.2024 - Current
Schematics Analyst
WIS International
04.2022 - 08.2024
Professor
UNC Asheville
05.1999 - 03.2022
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Melbourne