Open To Work
Whitney Adshead
Winston-Salem
Summary
Skilled facilitator with strong background in workshop planning and delivery across international teams. Adept at fostering engaging learning environments for dynamic leadership teams. Expertise in intercultural/multicultural team development, collaboration, public speaking, and critical thinking. Reliable and results-focused, combined with a warm and relatable style, ensuring impactful outcomes for participants and stakeholders.
Recently returned to the USA as a dual citizen of the UK and USA, actively seeking opportunities as an in-house training facilitator to leverage skills in a new environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Workshop Facilitator and Trainer
Freelance
Remote
05.2025 - Current
- In light of a move from the UK to the USA in November 2025, I chose to work more flexibly in this freelance role, coordinating with my clients on their training needs, whether that be in-person, hybrid, virtual training or E-learning.
- Companies I worked with ranges from global giants like Lidl, Studio Canal, and Specsavers to charities such as St. Wilfred’s Hospice
Co-Founder and Secretary
Adshead Limited trading as LawnPride
03.2010 - 08.2025
- Whilst lawn treatment may seem a million miles from my academic and professional experience as a passionate trainer and facilitator, co-managing a successful business has provided invaluable skill development (something I love as a life-long learner), including:
- Visioning and implementing business strategy and evaluation (growing client base from 0 to 900+)
- Customer Service and scheduling work for customers
- Marketing and advertising campaigns on social media to drive engagement
- Multi-tasking, workflow management, and managing resources.
Workshop Facilitator, Trainer and Consultant
MIX Works Ltd
London, UK
01.2021 - 05.2025
- MIX is a highly respected global leadership and culture consultancy and training provider, specializing in audit, strategy & action planning, instructional training & E-learning for organizations ranging from DHL and Capital One to Roche and Novo Nordisk. My duties included:
- Identifying and evaluating client training requirements;
- Designing and delivering effective training programs for all levels of the business by utilizing relevant and interactive adult learning methodologies.
- Analyzing current learning and development trends and conducting research on effective performance-driven training initiatives.
- Collaborating with People Functions to develop learning and e-learning solutions for all levels of the business that drive professional and employee success.
- Collaborating with stakeholders on audit reports, strategy implementation & programme development.
- Conducting research on the latest trends, data and legislation to drive business transformation towards workplaces where everyone feels valued and motivated.
- Contributor to Mix’s online presence through blog writing and E-learning vlogs
- Managing all in-bound enquiries for external trainers and updating the internal CRM.
Premier Magazine Contributor
Popular UK Print and Online Magazine
01.2016 - 05.2025
- Executed writing and editing processes to create articles tailored to defined briefs.
- Managed workload effectively to deliver results within established time constraints.
- Curated and wrote insightful book reviews, driving readership in the magazine's leading section.
Visiting Professor
Moorlands College, UK
09.2010 - 12.2016
- Teaching undergraduate students how to communicate with impact
- Facilitator of discussion on personal growth and coaching of undergraduate students
- Lecturer in Old Testament, specialising in the rhetorical impact of metaphor
Youth Program Leader
Buckskin Church
Basingstoke, UK
11.2009 - 10.2012
- Led youth engagement initiatives, fostering community involvement and personal development.
- Developed and implemented educational programs tailored to diverse interests and age groups.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts, enhancing support systems for youth activities and events.
- Mentored young leaders, promoting skills in teamwork, communication, and project management.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff and volunteers, ensuring consistent delivery of program objectives.
Education
Master’s Degree - Theology of Transformation
01-2010
- Research Assistant to Professor Alison Lo
- Dissertation: The Impact of Metaphor in the Book of Hosea
Diversity & Inclusion Certificate -
01-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, French
01-2004
- Study Abroad: Dijon, France, French
- Study Abroad: Venice, Italy, Political Science
- Dean's List
Skills
- Communicator with impact
- Research, data analysis and report writing
- Persuasive Writing and Speaking
- Public Speaking
- Workshop coordination
- Facilitation techniques
- Curriculum development
- Microsoft Office and Zoho CRM proficient
- Multi-tasking and attention to detail
- Proficient spoken/written French
- Exceptional inter-personal skills
- Entrepreneur and self-taught artist, selling cards and art online and in UK shops
Languages
French
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Hebrew
Elementary
Interests
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in hot yoga, strength training and power walking
- Exploring various forms of art, such as sketching, watercolor painting, and Procreate, to nurture creativity and personal growth
Timeline
Workshop Facilitator and Trainer - Freelance
05.2025 - Current
Workshop Facilitator, Trainer and Consultant - MIX Works Ltd
01.2021 - 05.2025
Premier Magazine Contributor - Popular UK Print and Online Magazine
01.2016 - 05.2025
Visiting Professor - Moorlands College, UK
09.2010 - 12.2016
Co-Founder and Secretary - Adshead Limited trading as LawnPride
03.2010 - 08.2025
Youth Program Leader - Buckskin Church
11.2009 - 10.2012
London School of Theology - Master’s Degree, Theology of Transformation
Cornell University - Diversity & Inclusion Certificate,
Wake Forest University - Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, French