People-oriented L&D specialist and leader with extensive background building and driving efforts of talented teams of trainers working across virtual and classroom environments. Strategic in development and implementation of engaging curriculum and instructional programmes for wide range of organisations. Skilled in establishing cultures of collaboration, serving as change agent and optimising resource allocation. Natural affinity for identifying strengths and weaknesses of clients on a global stage while challenging teams to uncover and learn from limitations. Displayed deep understanding of human behaviour, tenacity, perseverance and resilience to deliver business benefits through positive training programmes. Adopted a nurturing personality and exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, complemented by impressive emotional intelligence to increase the effectiveness of leaders. Strong cultural awareness and a global outlook gained through eight years of European experience."I recently took an online professional development course with James through the American Management Association. I’ve been taking professional development courses for more than 10 years and I can honestly say that this course was one of the best I’ve ever taken. The course material was very comprehensive, well thought out, and it was easy to see that the people who prepared the course put a lot of time and effort into it." --- Steve Mitchell, LinkedIn recommendation𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗲I work with governments, employers and education providers to design globally recognised qualifications to develop skills for the future careers of graduates. But how? 🤔 Since 1996, Pearson has partnered and collaborated with thousands of institutions and companies across the world to:👂 Understand what knowledge, skills and behaviours they seek among students and graduates✔️ Select the best students and graduates for each BTEC course they offer👋 Train teachers, support delivery of teaching, learning and assessment and award qualificationIn order to:👉 Go beyond standard education and select and educate students and graduates on things that really matter📈 Equip students with the specialist knowledge, practical skills and understanding they need to progress along their chosen learning and career paths🤝 Develop long-lasting relationships with your most valued students