Hi there! I’m Emily.
I'm your partner in creating talent development programs that foster a people-first culture of growth!
Click below to learn more:
-
With an M.Ed in Instructional Design, I specialize in engaging, empowering training programs that build employee confidence.
I've worked with marketing companies, universities, K-12 schools, boathouses, and museums to facilitate fun and engaging learning experiences.
My approach is rooted in empathy-based research, understanding each learner’s unique journey and aligning content with their goals and the company's objectives.
-
Having faced challenges as a young student early on, I know how disengaging and unsupportive poorly designed learning can feel.
It was a high school rowing coach who finally gave me the confidence and tools to succeed academically and later attend university. This experience sparked my passion for creating healthy learning environments for everyone, regardless of any barriers.
I get excited about building relationships, finding solutions, and fostering collaboration to ensure everyone has the opportunity feel successful and confident at work.
-
Beyond work, I’m an explorer at heart, recently trekking across Spain and surfing in Portugal. I’m always seeking new adventures to fuel my personal and professional growth!
I'm also a pet sitter and have traveled all over taking care of dogs, cats, chickens, and cows. If you love your pet, drop me a line! I'm always up for talking about animals!
Core Values
Kindness
Kindness fosters community and belonging by encouraging empathy. Treating others with compassion and respect creates an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and connected.
Curiosity
Curiosity sparks creativity, especially when solving problems! Staying curious and exploring new ways to tackle challenges is how we innovate for the future.
Courage
Courage is the strength to do the right thing over what is easy, showing integrity and authenticity. Remembering we can do hard things empowers us to make difficult choices and stay true to our values, even in the face of adversity.
My Process
-
The most successful builds happen when we can identify exactly what the problem is to come up with the best solution. Using a combination of company data, challenges, and goals combined with learner research, I can begin to plot the trainings "true north."
I'll work with you to identify what your learners need to do, what they are currently doing, and why. That way, I can tailor the learning experience to bridge the gaps while meeting your employees where they are at.
-
Once we've aligned training goals with company objectives using the collected research data, it's time to chart the course to success.
Each project will vary, but this process typically involves creating outlines, skeletons, color and font schemes, and even storyboards. Input from subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders is crucial at this stage to incorporate design edits before finalizing the program.
-
Based on the research and preparation from earlier stages, materials are created and a customized learning solution is developed to fit the company's needs.
During this phase, the project is packaged for companies and their learners, with comprehensive support provided to launch the course, training, or e-learning solution successfully.
-
Reflecting on the L&D journey is essential for learning and promoting future growth.
To wrap things up, I conduct project evaluations and value feedback gathered from data, surveys, and interviews. This process helps me make changes and enhancements to both the current design and future designs.
Check out my portfolio to see it in action!
Let’s Chat
I love connecting with new people, businesses, and organizations to create meaningful partnerships and innovative solutions.
Fill out the form below and I’ll be in touch with you soon!