Hey, I’m Ryan 👋 Great to connect with you here on LinkedIn!I’m passionate about helping people leverage technology to improve their lives. Over the course of my career, I’ve built digital solutions that have made a real impact on how people work, learn, and grow—both personally and professionally.I’m on a mission to elevate the standard for digital learning and knowledge products. Whether I’m designing scalable platforms or leading cross-functional teams, my goal is always to create transformative, user-centered experiences that solve real-world problems and inspire innovation.With over a decade of experience in Learning and Development (L&D), Educational Technology, and HR Technology, I bring a unique blend of creative problem-solving, team leadership, and technical know-how to every project. Some of my key strengths include:▶️ Designing and delivering digital products that scale effectively▶️ Leading cross-functional teams at the intersection of UX, multimedia production, and development▶️ Crafting education and enablement programs that drive product adoption and improve user engagement▶️ Utilizing data-driven insights to optimize learning outcomes and user experience▶️ Deep expertise in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and instructional designA Little About Me:💻 I skipped most of grade 5 to teach myself how to make websites.🕹️ My brother and I created a computer game when I was 11.🧹 I worked in restaurants as a teen and have been managing and training others since I was 16.❤️ Driven by a desire to help people, I went to school for emergency services and firefighting after high school where I developed a love for teams and human potential.📉 I started my first business at 25… ask me about it sometime if you want to hear some hilarious stories.🤝 I’ve co-created and supported multiple large scale social impact projects supporting men’s mental health and relationships.My background has given me a unique appreciation for teamwork and human potential, values that I carry into my work today—building digital tools that help people learn, grow, and thrive.I hold a diploma in New Media Production and Design, a BA in Communication and Media Studies, and a Master’s in Educational Technology from UBC. Currently, I’m expanding my expertise in leadership and consulting through an MBA in Technology Leadership at the Schulich School of Business.Let’s collaborate! If you’re looking to discuss digital learning, product strategy, or need a creative, forward-thinking leader for your next project, feel free to reach out.
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Ceo And Principal ConsultantHot Neon LearningToronto, On, Ca
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CeoHot Neon Learning Nov 2024 - Present -
Director Of Strategy And InnovationHot Neon Learning May 2023 - Nov 2024• Lead the design and development of digital knowledge and learning products• Leading consulting for client enablement and adoption, communication planning, OCM and L&D strategies• Market research & development for digital products• UX research & design for online learning experiences• Develop new business opportunities• Strategic planning for digital products and partnershipsHot Neon creates transformative digital education and enablement products and experiences.
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Co-Founder, Managing PartnerHot Neon Productions Apr 2022 - May 2023• Develop business opportunities, manage customer accounts, and build customer relationships• Strategic planning and implementation to achieve business objectives, achieving 200% growth yoy • Develop internal talent and leadership capabilities including workshop planning and facilitation• Creative direction and leadership to in-person, hybrid, and remote teams• Manage dispersed video production and animation teams
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Learning Technology AdvisorForge Centre For Dignity-Driven Leadership May 2023 - Present -
Principal Consultant, Learning Experience Designer/Senior Instructional DesignerGreat Minds Interactive Studio Oct 2021 - Jun 2023• Lead the design and development of customer programs including onboarding, sales, employee enablement, personal and interpersonal skills development, leadership development, and DEI and wellbeing.• Oversee the design and delivery of client L&D and enablement programs that support business success• Create and implement internal continuous improvement and process changes• Manage and lead multimedia production teams of writers, artists, designers, and developers• Develop training programs, SoPs, job-aids and other learning materials• Instructional design, needs analysis, curriculum design -
Learning Consultant, Senior Instructional DesignerLeah Chang Learning Group Apr 2022 - May 2023• Business development• Instructional design and Learning Experience Design consulting• Research and analysis of learner needs• Planning and designing learning and content strategy -
Manager, Knowledge And LearningDoman Building Materials Group Jun 2021 - Apr 2022• Oversee design and development of National learning, digital adoption, and sales enablement programs• Manage knowledge base and document management system• Build and lead knowledge and learning team including hybrid and remote teammates• Implement and support adoption of LMS• Consult, collaborate and build relationships with employees, management and executives• Manage and develop multi-channel learning content delivery strategies and systems• Create internal communications to support business objectives such as videos, animations, games, cheat sheets, quick start guides, etc.• Research, analysis, and design of process change management programs to support North American divisions -
Elearning SpecialistCanwel Building Materials Feb 2020 - Jun 2021Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada• Create online learning programs and materials to support business objectives • Write and storyboard National eLearning programs in French and English• Produce video, animation, audio and interactive content including Storyline 360• Maintain company intranet content and provide use and adoption support to teams• LMS analysis, executive report and implementation• Development and testing of engaging onboarding and health & safety learning programs
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Cand3 Learning DesignerMcgill University May 2021 - Sep 2021Consortium on Analytics for Data-Driven Decision Making• Designing and developing interactive digital learning experiences• Training other learning designers in best practices and using Articulate Rise software• Structuring and sequencing learning material within courses and within the Canvas LMS• Translating knowledge from formal style to conversational style• Converting dense expert level subject matter into understandable segmented learning components• Providing guidance and advice on the use of multimedia in learning to leadership -
Elearning DeveloperElearning Alchemy Jan 2020 - Feb 2020 -
Program DirectorNext Gen Men Apr 2019 - Feb 2020• Project coordination and management• Public and stakeholder engagement • Developing and delivering facilitation & training solutions• Developing and delivering public engagement strategies such as keynotes, panels, and workshops• Strategic planning, development, and implementation• Designing E-Learning & training solutions• Event planning and coordination• Coordinating volunteers and developing volunteer systems• Business process development -
Founder, Multimedia ProducerHot Neon Productions Mar 2018 - Feb 2020• Script writing• Storyboarding• Video and audio production• Video editing• Animation/Motion design• Account management• Business development
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Communications Specialist, Designer & DeveloperCrft New Media Jul 2015 - Feb 2020• E-Learning & training design & development• Web and print design solutions• Multimedia development• Account and project management• Community engagement and development• Strategic communications planning and implementation• Event planning and coordination
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Board MemberNew University Television (Nutv) Oct 2017 - Oct 2019 -
Project CoordinatorReach Edmonton Council For Safe Communities Mar 2015 - May 2016• Working with community leaders from ethno-cultural communities to support their work• Facilitating educational sessions and meetings• Coordinating event planning and implementation. logistics, guest speakers, scheduling, facilitation • Building capacity of community leaders and volunteers • Working with administrative coordinator to oversee budgets and reporting • Collaborating with multiple agencies and stakeholders across Edmonton• Assessing, evaluating, and reporting on impact -
Market DirectorGen Group Restaurants Oct 2002 - Dec 2014Edmonton, Canada Area• Oversee six restaurants• Human resource development• Training• Cost control• Seeking opportunities for sales growth• Quality control• Customer service• Planning and implementation of strategic decisions inline with org. leadership
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Process OperatorImperial Oil Sep 2008 - Jan 2014• Oversee contractor work and safety• Monitor process operations• Mentor and train new operators • Assist in the implementation of complex projects and process changes• Ongoing safety and process training and evaluation
Ryan J. Education Details
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Educational/Instructional Technology -
Design And Visual Communications, General -
Communication And Media Studies -
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Frequently Asked Questions about Ryan J.
What company does Ryan J. work for?
Ryan J. works for Hot Neon Learning
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Ryan J.'s current role is CEO and Principal Consultant.
What schools did Ryan J. attend?
Ryan J. attended Schulich School Of Business - York University, The University Of British Columbia, Southern Alberta Institute Of Technology (Sait), University Of Calgary, Athabasca University.
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