Develop and execute strategic vision for learning and development aligned with organizationalgoals and objectives.Design and implement a wide range of learning programs to address the needs of employeesacross various departments and levels.Curate content and resources for training programs, workshops, seminars, and other learninginitiatives.Lead the delivery of learning programs through various modalities, including in-persontraining, virtual sessions, e-learning platforms, and blended learning approaches.Establish metrics and evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness and impact of learningprograms, driving continuous improvement efforts.Collaborate with external vendors, consultants, and subject matter experts to source relevantcontent and resources.Manage the learning and development budget effectively, ensuring optimal allocation ofresources.Partner with key stakeholders across the organization to understand learning needs, gain buy-in, and foster a culture of learning and development.Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and certification criteriaas applicable.Lead change management efforts related to learning initiatives, promoting adoption andalignment with organizational priorities.

Deliver leadership development curriculum to empower students with practical skills and insights.Integrate real-world experience into academic coursework to bridge the gap between theory and practice.Foster an engaging and collaborative learning environment, encouraging students to actively participate in discussions and interactive activities.Contribute to the institute's commitment to excellence by staying abreast of industry trends and incorporating cutting-edge leadership theories into the curriculum.Cultivate a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, promoting diversity and fostering an environment conducive to effective learning.Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the overall success and reputation of the Washburn University Leadership Institute.

Lead a team of Talent Development Program Managers working to develop leaders and improve management effectiveness across the organization. As a part of this work, I identify and develop high potential employees, and drive the talent review and succession planning process. Additionally, we design and deliver blended training through in-person workshops, computer based trainings, and microlearning.

My primary role as the Leadership Development Lead was to train and reinforce the company's Leadership Expectations Model, in addition to broader soft-skills training. Through the Leadership Expectations course, leaders of the organization were provided a philosophy by which to lead their employees to increase engagement and overall team performance. Evergy is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. As a Leadership Development professional, I supported Evergy's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) efforts through providing training and hosting conversations about how leaders can foster DE&I within their teams. Another responsibility was accomplishing training objectives by supervising, organizing and monitoring work processes.

As a Training Representative, my primary role was to provide leadership and soft skills training to the workforce of Westar Energy, Inc. In addition to providing training, I assisted in monitoring, evaluating, and recording training activities and program effectiveness through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups, and consultation with managers, instructors, and customer representatives. Due to the ever changing environment of learning and leadership skills, my work on course development and enhancement ensured our programs were current with research.

Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness Program (CSF2) provides a systematic way to build mental and emotional strength for Warriors, family members, and DA Civilians. CSF2 teaches Performance and Resilience based on over four decades of scientific and empirical research. The tenets of the program are grounded in recognized best practices from the field of sport and performance psychology. The mental and emotional skills necessary to excel on the athletic field translate to the skills underlying excellence on the battlefield, in the classroom, in the workplace, and at home. Based on the understanding of human performance, CSF2 tailors the program to meet the needs of a range of Army units, organizations, and populations.Primary responsibilities of the Lead Master Resilience Trainer-Performance Expert include ensuring curriculum is up to date and the quality of MRT-PEs continues to grow. Additionally, the Lead MRT-PE is responsible for coordination between the Directorate of Curriculum and the Training Center. The Lead MRT-PE is designated as the subject matter expert for their site.

Instruct classes for soldiers in Warrior Transition Units to assist with successful reintegration to a unit or transition to civilian life. Provide mental skills training to FORSCOM units to enhance concentration, energy management, and overall confidence in physical, technical and tactical skills.