Kathryn Taylor Email & Phone Number

Franklinton, Nc, Us

Franklinton, Nc, Us

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Established and developed the Learning Products Department from inception, leading all aspects of team building, infrastructure setup, and process development. Built a high-performing team of instructional designers, project managers, and help desk technicians, fostering a collaborative culture of innovation and excellence. Implemented robust business processes and strategies to drive departmental growth and ensure efficient utilization of resources. Successfully orchestrated the integration of new technologies and systems, including championing the development of the company's first Virtual Reality (VR) app, Litmos LMS, Zendesk Help Desk and SSO OKTA, laying the foundation for scalable and sustainable operations. Product Owner, March ’23-PresentKey Product Owner for a multi-year curriculum redevelopment project, assuming full accountability for all stages of the project lifecycle, from inception to implementation, development, and revalidation. Led a cross-functional team in roadmap development, national skills revalidation, and the design and implementation of instructional design tools. Spearheaded contract negotiations, RFPs, and established accessibility standards, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices. Managed budgeting, outsourcing strategies, branding, and marketing efforts, driving the project to successful outcomes and elevating the quality of learning experiences for stakeholders.