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Learning & Workforce Development Leader
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TYLER FLYNN

Summary

Learning and workforce development leader with 10+ years of experience building scalable learning systems, certification programs, technical training, and operational processes across logistics, education, manufacturing, and international nonprofit environments. Combines knowledge of curriculum architecture, competency-based assessment, culture and community building, and continuous improvement to translate complex competencies into practical and efficient systems. Proven record of improving certification outcomes, leading cross-functional initiatives, and creating programs that remain in use after implementation.

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Work History

Senior Trainer

BridgePort Group

Design workforce development programs that prepare adult learners for nationally recognized logistics certifications while helping employers build stronger talent pipelines.

  • Architected a 21-module workforce learning system supporting three nationally recognized logistics certifications.
  • Developed complete CLA and CLT learning resources, including 19 chapters of student workbooks, instructor guides, and certification-aligned assessments.
  • Delivered 250+ hours of instruction to approximately 90 adult learners, increasing MSSC certification exam scores to 15% above the national average.
  • Created professional GIS StoryMap presentations for executive and workforce audiences.
  • Represented BridgePort through employer meetings, executive presentations, and an executive workforce roundtable while supporting new employer partnerships and future workforce initiatives.

Logistics & Communications Manager

World Axe Throwing League (WATL)

Led governance, certification, and operational initiatives for an international organization spanning 17 countries.

  • Directed a nine-month rewrite of WATL's international rulebooks, coordinating executive leadership, volunteer committees, and community stakeholders to establish consistent global standards.
  • Redesigned the worldwide judge certification program using competency-based assessment principles.
  • Developed tournament SOPs and governance standards that continue to guide operations across 343 affiliated venues while supporting more than 6,000 athletes and 400 judges worldwide.
  • Partnered with ESPN on nationally televised competitions.
  • Served as the primary liaison between executive leadership and the international throwing community, creating a culture that earned me the 2023 Community Appreciation Award.

Operations Specialist

McMaster-Carr

Improved operational consistency by redesigning workflows and strengthening knowledge transfer during organizational change.

  • Co-developed a standardized enterprise returns process that improved workflow consistency and increased operational efficiency.
  • Authored process documentation and trained coworkers on revised procedures.

Permit Coordinator

Kaplan Trucking

Coordinated regulatory permitting for specialized trucking operations.

  • Managed complex permitting requirements across multiple jurisdictions while coordinating with dispatchers, drivers, state agencies, and internal team members.
  • Maintained accurate documentation supporting time-sensitive transportation projects.

Teacher

Saint Martin DePorres High School

Combined classroom instruction with curriculum leadership, professional development, and school culture initiatives.

  • Educated more than 600 students, designing instruction and assessments that emphasized measurable growth, critical thinking, and long-term learner success.
  • Led professional development on assessment design and restorative practices.
  • Co-Chaired the Restorative Practices Initiative, partnering with school leadership to strengthen implementation, improve school culture, and mentor educators in instructional practice.

Education

Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

Bachelor Of Arts -

John Carroll University
University Heights, OH

Skills

  • Instructional Design
  • Curriculum Development
  • Adult Learning
  • Training Needs Analysis
  • Competency-Based Assessment
  • Certification Programs
  • Talent Development
  • Learning & Development Strategy
  • Employer Engagement
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Training Documentation
  • Process Improvement
  • Change Management

Certification

  • MSSC Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
  • MSSC Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
  • Certified MSSC Instructor
  • OSHA Certified
  • Restorative Practices Train-the-Trainer Certified

Professional Distinction

  • 3 Time World Champion
  • Second-Most Decorated Professional Axe Thrower
  • 100+ Career Victories
  • International Rules Committee
  • ESPN Competition Consultant
  • Community Appreciation Award

Learning & Workforce Development Leader

Building Organizational Capability Through Learning, Systems & People

Signature Projects

Enterprise Workforce Certification Program

Designed and launched a comprehensive learning ecosystem supporting three nationally recognized logistics certifications, including curriculum architecture, instructor guides, student workbooks, assessments, employer engagement materials, and executive presentations.

Global Certification Redesign

Led the redesign of WATL's international judge certification methodology and governance standards, introducing competency-based assessment practices now supporting operations across 17 countries.

Organizational Process Improvement

Co-developed and documented a standardized enterprise returns process at McMaster-Carr, improving workflow consistency and employee knowledge transfer during organizational change.

Timeline

Teacher

Saint Martin DePorres High School

Permit Coordinator

Kaplan Trucking

Operations Specialist

McMaster-Carr

Logistics & Communications Manager

World Axe Throwing League (WATL)

Senior Trainer

BridgePort Group

Master of Education - Curriculum & Instruction

University of Kansas

Bachelor Of Arts -

John Carroll University
TYLER FLYNN