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Rebecca Conner

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic Learning & Development Specialist with a focus on process improvement, stakeholder coaching, and technology-enabled programs. Proven ability to design impactful learning experiences that enhance staff development and compliance. Proficient in creating structured learning paths and managing LMS content. Expertise in compliance audits and process optimization ensures effective staff development and measurable outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Firmwide Learning & Development Specialist

Kirkland & Ellis LLP
01.2024 - Current
  • Delivered onboarding, skills development, and growth coaching for global staff, supporting long-term career progression and integration.
  • Designed and facilitated firmwide onboarding programs for global staff, aligning with organizational standards and improving integration.
  • Partnered with stakeholders to create structured learning paths, incorporating best practices for engagement and retention.
  • Managed LMS content, registration, and completion tracking, ensuring compliance with professional development requirements.
  • Analyzed program metrics and produced performance reports to inform improvements and meet regulatory standards.
  • Coordinated large-scale events, including a 200+ attendee conference, overseeing logistics, vendor management, and communications.
  • Edited and distributed monthly newsletters to promote development opportunities and increase participation.

Practice Assistant

Kirkland & Ellis LLP
11.2021 - 01.2024
  • Provided high-touch administrative and workflow support for 9 Partners, including scheduling development reviews, travel, training events, and onboarding coordination.
  • Supported performance management activities by preparing review materials and ensuring accurate documentation across multiple stakeholders.
  • Drafted, edited, and proofread correspondence, presentations, reports, and legal documentation with high attention to detail.
  • Created and distributed 4 Firmwide newsletters annually to a readership of 500+ staff, improving training visibility and engagement across practice areas.

Marketing & Program Coordinator (Contract)

Convergence Coaching, LLC
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Developed and executed marketing materials for leadership and coaching webinars, including writing and editing press releases, email promotions, and social media content.
  • Managed and maintained the company website using WordPress, creating landing pages for webinars, events, blog posts, and the course catalog.
  • Increased event registrations through targeted campaigns and optimized messaging.

Sales & Marketing Coordinator & Associate Producer

Weigel Broadcasting
Chicago, USA
07.2018 - 05.2021
  • Developed and implemented growth strategies to exceed audience goals for both television and radio through innovative promotions, community partnerships, and original segment concepts across CW, CW26, WCIU, MeTV, MeTVFM, and WMEU.
  • Managed cross-platform marketing campaigns for television and radio properties, exceeding audience growth goals.
  • Produced and executed promotional segments, community events, and sponsorship activations.
  • Created media kits, press releases, and social content for brands including MeTV, CW26, and WCIU.
  • Coordinated multi-department execution of integrated campaigns from concept through broadcast.

Office Manager / Executive Assistant

Cloud5 Communications
Chicago, USA
11.2016 - 07.2018
  • Developed and executed public relations campaigns for hospitality clients, including copywriting and editing press releases, managing social media accounts, and coordinating website content.
  • Oversaw day-to-day administrative operations, including client communications, calendar management, accounting support, meeting notes, vendor coordination, and office supply ordering.
  • Supported HR functions by recruiting candidates, scheduling interviews, and facilitating onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Coordinated complex domestic and international travel, managed high-volume calendars, and processed expenses for five C-suite executives using Concur and Expensify.

Office Manager / Marketing Assistant

M&P Food Communications
Chicago, USA
10.2014 - 10.2016
  • Managed marketing and public relations campaigns for food industry clients.
  • Produced quarterly marketing performance reports, coordinated media partnerships, and developed promotional materials.
  • Oversaw day-to-day administrative operations, including weekly grocery and lunch orders, monthly inventory tracking, and ordering of kitchen and office supplies.
  • Coordinated logistics for onsite and offsite meetings, team events, and client engagements.

Event Coordinator & Guest Service Lead

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa
Chicago, USA
12.2011 - 09.2014
  • Led planning and execution of high-profile events, including a grand re-opening featuring celebrity appearances. Coordinated project timelines, vendor relationships, internal resources, and developed marketing strategies to drive attendance and media coverage.
  • Supervised and trained team members to meet service and sales goals, implementing coaching and retention strategies to enhance performance and team morale.
  • Created and managed staff schedules aligned with business needs to ensure optimal guest service and operational efficiency.

Education

Continuing Education - Creative Writing

School of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago
01.2019

Bachelor of Science cum laude - Marketing

Colorado State University
Global Campus
01.2018

Skills

  • Development Support
  • Legal Technology Training & Adoption
  • SharePoint & Knowledge Portal Management
  • Document Automation & Collaboration Tools
  • Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
  • Data Tracking, Compliance, & Usage Audits
  • Stakeholder Coaching & 1:1 Technology Support
  • Event Planning
  • Team collaboration
  • Generative AI Familiarity (ChatGPT, CoPilot)
  • Learning & Design Tools
  • Instructional design
  • Learning management system
  • Soft skills training
  • Onboarding programs
  • Project management
  • Develop training programs
  • Team-building activities

Technical Proficiencies

Articulate Rise 360, Camtasia, Canva, WordPress, WordPress, Constant Contact, Mailchimp, StreamYard, Sprout Social, Google Analytics, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Trello, Asana, Basecamp, Slack, Intapp, Concur, Expensify, Emburse Chrome River, Adobe Connect, Zoom, Webex, Microsoft Teams

Published Material

Owner, Designer, and Content Lead, twinningaroundthehouse.com, 

  • Designed and maintain a cooking and lifestyle website, creating original recipes, gardening tips, photography, and copywriting for a global audience.
  • Built brand presence from scratch using WordPress, SEO best practices, and social media engagement strategies.

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Firmwide Learning & Development Specialist

Kirkland & Ellis LLP
01.2024 - Current

Practice Assistant

Kirkland & Ellis LLP
11.2021 - 01.2024

Marketing & Program Coordinator (Contract)

Convergence Coaching, LLC
05.2021 - 09.2021

Sales & Marketing Coordinator & Associate Producer

Weigel Broadcasting
07.2018 - 05.2021

Office Manager / Executive Assistant

Cloud5 Communications
11.2016 - 07.2018

Office Manager / Marketing Assistant

M&P Food Communications
10.2014 - 10.2016

Event Coordinator & Guest Service Lead

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa
12.2011 - 09.2014

Continuing Education - Creative Writing

School of The Art Institute of Chicago

Bachelor of Science cum laude - Marketing

Colorado State University

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