Senior Learning Leader | Strategic Instructional Design | Talent Development

NOBLIS | Capital Region | Non-profit company providing science, technology and engineering expertise/solutions                      07/2020 –Present

Senior Learning & Development Consultant

Using project management and learning theory to design and develop solutions that improve performance. Support organizational strategies and goals for Intelligence Community and Department of Defense clients.

• Deliver Results: Collaborated with clients to design and implement innovative learning strategies, resulting in improved learner engagement and performance outcomes.

  • Led cross-functional teams in the project management of National Geospatial-Intelligence College learning solutions, utilizing Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Office to coordinate tasks, track milestones, manage documentation, and foster collaboration to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery.

  • Designed and developed an interactive, introductory eLearning course on the history and evolution of the dark web, converting instructor-led training to web-based training. Incorporated scenario-based learning, multimedia elements, and accessibility features to enhance engagement, support diverse learning styles, and ensure 508 compliance.

  • Designed, developed biological familiarization training; delivered foundational understanding of biological threat pathogens, mitigation strategies, and laboratory management. Translated complex scientific topics—such as select agents, outbreak response, and epidemiological reporting—into accessible, engaging learning experiences. Employed a blended learning approach, including classroom instruction, hands-on labs, web-based training, and non-immersive VR to enhance learner engagement and retention.

  • Consultant on a training revamp initiative, streamlining instructional design processes and recommending technology integrations to improve efficiency. Designed and developed multiple eLearning courses by converting instructor-led content to online formats, expanding global access to training while reducing reliance on instructor availability. Additionally, coordinated a week-long training event with over 45 sessions for 300+ participants.

  • Applied instructional design principles to convert an instructor-led course into an engaging web-based training on the history, concepts, and evolution of the dark web. Designed scenario-based learning experiences, interactive timelines, and problem-solving activities aligned with learning objectives. Integrated formative and summative assessments, multimedia elements, and 508-compliant accessibility features to ensure an inclusive and effective learning experience.

• Leadership. Directed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, instructionally sound training solutions; consistently meeting 100% of client deadlines. 

• Learning Analytics. Analyze requests for learning, performing needs assessment, and establishing business justifications to validate learning need. Research and identify learning solutions from internal and external providers, including courses, workshops, and seminars, to address validated and emerging learning needs. 

• Change Champion. Met customers challenge to revise processes for increased agility. Developed and implemented a forward-leaning solution that combined customer’s best practices using ADDIE with a 4-cycle Agile approach that incorporates timeboxing and prevents “scope creep” and project delays. Reduced design and development timelines and improved quality of curriculum.

• Emerging Technologies. Incorporating AI and AI-enhanced learning tools to support instructional design throughout the ADDIE model to, as well as support knowledge management, AI-assisted training content development, and continuous improvement.

• Collaboration & Workflow Optimization. Proficient in utilizing Jira and Confluence for effective project management, including tracking progress, managing tasks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Experienced in creating detailed project documentation and timelines within Confluence, while leveraging Jira for sprint planning, issue tracking, and reporting. Adept at streamlining workflows and ensuring timely delivery of instructional design projects.

• Veteran Advocate. Founded and chaired Military and Veteran Employee Resource Group (ERG), establishing programs that increased visibility and support for military-affiliated employees. Advocated for internal policy improvements to ensure veterans had streamlined access to earned benefits, resulting in increase in benefit utilization among eligible employees.

• AR/VR Strategic Integration. Transformed traditional learning into immersive, interactive experiences that improved learner engagement and safety compliance. Spearheaded the conversion of in-person lab training into a non-immersive VR module with critical thinking assessments, streamlining onboarding and increasing knowledge retention. Mentored cross-functional teams to develop an AR/VR Learning Design Guide adopted by clients to implement innovative learning solutions at scale

• Virtual Facilitation. Led the design and delivery of blended learning programs that integrated synchronous and asynchronous components to promote critical thinking and learner engagement. As Technical Producer and co-facilitator, managed all aspects of virtual delivery—orienting users to platforms, supporting live sessions, and ensuring seamless technical execution—while enhancing the learning experience through interactive strategies, microlearning, and ongoing learner support.

• Academic Engagement. Cultivate partnerships with academia, industry, and government agencies to support market research, solution identification and validation, and learning event management and execution.

BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON LLC | Global corporation focused on solutions for government and business                    2011 - 2020

Lead Instructional Designer/Learning Strategist

Delivered data-driven, performance-focused learning solutions. Skilled in leading teams, streamlining design processes, and developing impactful eLearning and instructor-led content using Articulate and Blackboard.

• Experienced Technical Lead and Instructional Designer. with a proven track record of delivering data-driven, performance-focused learning solutions for GEOINT analysts. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, streamlining instructional design processes, and developing high-impact eLearning and instructor-led content using tools like Articulate 360 and Blackboard LMS. Supported program with process documentation, scalability, and quality assurance reviews.