I support the training solutions division within Digital Wake. As the Sr ISD, I collaborate with clients to understand both their business goals and training need. Our team provides a full service approach. We can conduct a full organizational analysis or we can focus on analyzing current training products and make recommendations to fit immediate needs, long term goals, and future growth. In this role, I have written curriculum, conducted organizational analysis, performed job and task… Show more I support the training solutions division within Digital Wake. As the Sr ISD, I collaborate with clients to understand both their business goals and training need. Our team provides a full service approach. We can conduct a full organizational analysis or we can focus on analyzing current training products and make recommendations to fit immediate needs, long term goals, and future growth. In this role, I have written curriculum, conducted organizational analysis, performed job and task analysis, designed innovative learning strategies, and designed and developed ILT and elearning solutions for a wide range of clients and industries.As needed, I also develop messaging and website content for our website clients as well as participate in new business development and proposal writing. Show less

I currently contract through Digital Wake at Valero Energy Corporation supporting its Training Delivery department. For the last six months, I have helped convert Flash-developed courseware into HTML5 courseware. I review content, update objectives, write storyboards, develop new interactions, and write assessments. I’ve also assisted the technical training team to develop scenario-based regulatory training for pipeline operators as well as supported the corporate division with the roll-out of… Show more I currently contract through Digital Wake at Valero Energy Corporation supporting its Training Delivery department. For the last six months, I have helped convert Flash-developed courseware into HTML5 courseware. I review content, update objectives, write storyboards, develop new interactions, and write assessments. I’ve also assisted the technical training team to develop scenario-based regulatory training for pipeline operators as well as supported the corporate division with the roll-out of training on a new emergency notification software system.Additionally, I work with the Digital Wake team to develop training and corporate videos and support other digital solutions for Digital Wake’s clients. Show less

I work with BCI occasionally to revise or create elearning for its college service providers. Working with Content Experts, I structure content to match learning objectives and then incorporate adult learning methodology to create an interactive online experience for the college student.

I led the entire proposal development process for this organization. Working with stakeholders, I critiqued opportunities, recommended strategy and approach, organized writing and review teams, provided leadership and guidance to the proposal support team, and ensured the final product was compliant with solicitation guidelines before submission.As this was a small company (it abruptly closed Oct 2019), I was also cross-utilized across the company and used other skillsets to develop… Show more I led the entire proposal development process for this organization. Working with stakeholders, I critiqued opportunities, recommended strategy and approach, organized writing and review teams, provided leadership and guidance to the proposal support team, and ensured the final product was compliant with solicitation guidelines before submission.As this was a small company (it abruptly closed Oct 2019), I was also cross-utilized across the company and used other skillsets to develop marketing materials, conduct business development meetings, and oversee initial project set-up for different learning projects. Results: Developed multiple marketing videos; Wrote more than 80 RFPs/RFIs in 11 months; Won IDIQ and several small commercial contracts. Show less

I oversee all proposal activities, including directing proposal personnel, managing proposal schedules and deadlines, developing proposal outlines and compliance matrices, and monitoring the progress of the proposal. As needed, I help craft the message of the proposal, interview content experts to capture specific data, processes, or information to include in the proposal, and conduct editing and quality assurance.Results: Helped secure 40+ task orders in 8 months; Won approx. $3M in new… Show more I oversee all proposal activities, including directing proposal personnel, managing proposal schedules and deadlines, developing proposal outlines and compliance matrices, and monitoring the progress of the proposal. As needed, I help craft the message of the proposal, interview content experts to capture specific data, processes, or information to include in the proposal, and conduct editing and quality assurance.Results: Helped secure 40+ task orders in 8 months; Won approx. $3M in new contracts Show less

In this role, I am responsible for:- Cradle-to-grave proposal process, to include kick-off, outline, writing assignment, compliance matrices, writing plan, color team reviews, scheduling, coordination of entire proposal team, formatting/editing, production, etc.- Review bid request documents and determine what should be included in response to RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought, and sub-contracting required data calls- Communicates and coordinates with Capture Manager to understand client… Show more In this role, I am responsible for:- Cradle-to-grave proposal process, to include kick-off, outline, writing assignment, compliance matrices, writing plan, color team reviews, scheduling, coordination of entire proposal team, formatting/editing, production, etc.- Review bid request documents and determine what should be included in response to RFPs, RFIs, Sources Sought, and sub-contracting required data calls- Communicates and coordinates with Capture Manager to understand client strategy and associated win themes, overall story, features and benefits of the proposed solution- Lead writing plan to include client strategy, themes, and discriminators are reflected in the writing plan- Manage question submission to government in coordination with contracts team- Lead team to develop a quality proposal compliant with the solicitation- Communicates and coordinates subcontractors involved with the proposal writing and data calls- Set up meetings and schedules; record and distribute meeting minutes; record, distribute, and maintain action items; and prepare all documentation independently- Lead color reviews and audits documents to ensure all changes are appropriately reflected in the document- Supports documentation configuration control with automated tools- Assign responsibilities for responding to the request documents and establish the schedule for input required from other participating teams/departments- Assemble the master originals, which are used to print the reproduction of the proposal, qualifications document, and/or presentation materials- Create, gather, and organize information from many sources; transmit data to appropriate support group; and ensure the timeliness and compliance of the final product- Track and report the status of all proposal elements Show less

I operated a one-person human resource management department for a small business (~80 employees) handling government contracts. I oversaw all aspects of the company's HR program including recruiting, hiring, benefits administration, EEO, training and development, and employee communications. I confirmed employee eligibility to work via EVerify; completed FLSA, EEO, and Veteran Hiring status paperwork. As needed, I provide strategic planning insight and business development services, such as… Show more I operated a one-person human resource management department for a small business (~80 employees) handling government contracts. I oversaw all aspects of the company's HR program including recruiting, hiring, benefits administration, EEO, training and development, and employee communications. I confirmed employee eligibility to work via EVerify; completed FLSA, EEO, and Veteran Hiring status paperwork. As needed, I provide strategic planning insight and business development services, such as capture management. Another key job duty included responding to data calls for proposals and assisting in the proposal writing process. Show less

I work as a freelance instructional designer. Using client's material, I design training materials for deployment via web, smartphone, or classroom. I have developed online adult education for the military, healthcare institutions, Fortune 15 companies, as well as non-profit agencies. I am accustomed to performing needs analysis and developing a lesson from the ground up.

• Contracted to assess ten courses taught by the Department of Pastoral Ministry Training for the U.S. Army’s Academy of Health Sciences.• Identified the learning needs of chaplains and their assistants deploying to combat situations; recommended topics and instructional strategies.• Assessed the instructional skills of the department’s faculty; recommended and implemented training to improve instructor performance.• Used innovative methodologies to produce effective learning… Show more • Contracted to assess ten courses taught by the Department of Pastoral Ministry Training for the U.S. Army’s Academy of Health Sciences.• Identified the learning needs of chaplains and their assistants deploying to combat situations; recommended topics and instructional strategies.• Assessed the instructional skills of the department’s faculty; recommended and implemented training to improve instructor performance.• Used innovative methodologies to produce effective learning experiences for a varied learning audience.• Managed the contract to ensure timelines and budgets are met.• Re-wrote the website content for the department; developed marketing material to increase attendance in previously under-populated courses (saw a 75% increase in registration for the last two courses of the fiscal year).• Instructed subject matter experts on in-class learning methodologies to improve student involvement. Show less

I managed the content development and eductional delivery strategy for elearning developed for Pain.com. The website is geared toward educating healthcare professionals about pain medicine and management.The website currently has 55K registered users and issues approximately 3000 CME/CE per month. We also work with joint sponsors to accredit and host their activities on our site.

Working with subject matter experts, I design interactive multimedia instruction. Clients include: US Armed Services, Fortune 100 companies, government agencies, and national retail businesses. Update 2014: I continue to provide freelance instructional design services as needed. I evaluate learning needs, write objectives, update or write storyboards, and develop assessments.

I identified appropriate subject matter experts for continuing healthcare education videos and television productions.• Coordinated the entire process of contracting with healthcare experts, reviewing their materials, re-writing materials as needed, shooting/editing the final products.• Provided instructional design, as needed. Created instructor and student study guides, video scripts, and storyboards.* Managed the contracts and honorariums* Established a new revenue stream by… Show more I identified appropriate subject matter experts for continuing healthcare education videos and television productions.• Coordinated the entire process of contracting with healthcare experts, reviewing their materials, re-writing materials as needed, shooting/editing the final products.• Provided instructional design, as needed. Created instructor and student study guides, video scripts, and storyboards.* Managed the contracts and honorariums* Established a new revenue stream by producing CDs of the finished product and reselling online and via the speaker's websites. Generated $150K in the first six months. Show less

I approached local businesses and evaluated their first aid and safety training needs. I helped draw up contracts for the local American Red Cross to provide necessary employee training. I also worked as a community first aid and CPR trainer.

I provided marketing and advertising consultation for small business owners. The company also produced a monthly business magazine for a tri-county area for which I was the editor. I worked with the owner to connect small business owners with similar business owners and form a co-op for marketing and advertising. We also developed and distributed a tourism magazine to increase business and interest in the area.