12/04 - Present
International Paper Company - Memphis, TN
MANAGER, ENTERPRISE LEARNING SERVICES Responsible for building and
designing sustainable Learning Technology solutions to enhance learning capability across
this global enterprise, to include operations in the manufacturing and customer services
sectors. Act as IP enterprise subject matter expert on e-Learning and Learning
Technologies. Responsible for corporate Learning Systems solutions, systems, processes,
and staff. Manage the evaluation and implementation of enterprise learning technologies,
domestically and with international business domains, with emphasis in Poland, Russia,
China, and Brazil. Responsible for the management of enterprise learning systems and the
integration of those systems with HRIS, Lotus Notes, and other IT access and
authentication systems. Provide ongoing development, deployment and maintenance of
IP’s LMS and LCMS and associated technology in support of the IP training strategy.
Act as client-side management of contracted learning services and all other enterprise
training and learning suppliers. Act as Technical Advisor to the Learning Systems
governance body, on issues including taxonomy and metadata, and other issues requiring
standardization. Advanced from position as consultant for performance.
3/99 - 12/04
The Boeing Company - St. Louis, MO
WBT TRAINING SPECIALIST Act as a principal on Integrated Product Team on
the CF-18 Modernization Training Project, specifically in the Analysis, Design, and
Prototype Phases leading to Preliminary Design Review and Critical Design Review. Serve as
ADL and SCORM specialist for the project as well as LMS/LCMS specialist.
ADL/ TRAINING PRODUCTION SPECIALIST Assisted New Business
Development with research, analysis, and potential business contacts. Acted as ADL
Specialist and Customer Liaison for the Canadian F-18 Upgrade and Modification Training,
includes LMS/LCMS use, metadata and tagging issues, content prototyping, instructional
strategies, instructional & interface design, workflow processes, IMDP and other
documentation Conducted a successful Learning Management System Evaluation and Study for
the Canadian F-18 Upgrade and Modification Project Developed the winning training strategy
for the Canadian F-18 Upgrade and Modification Project proposal. Acted as ADL Liaison for
customer contact, presentations/demos, and OSD. Selected to work part-time on various
proposals, presentations, and special projects as management and time allowed, including:
o Various tradeshows and tradeshow demo preparations o Apache DLXXI Demo as Technical
Lead/Courseware Developer/ADL Specialist o U.S. Army STRICOM Proposal as CBT Production
and ADL Specialist o ADL/SCORM Gaming Technology Demo
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/ COMMUNICATIONS/ TRAINING TECHNOLOGY
Represented Instructional Systems and other Boeing divisions in the Marketing/New Business
area. Assisted in the development of training marketing plans and strategies, including
Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) Developed and maintain governmental partnerships ˇ
Developed and maintain contacts to penetrate the training market, emphasis in ADL ˇ
Developed and present Instructional Technology white papers, briefs, demos, brochures, and
handouts including an ADL demo for satellite delivery for Boeing Space &
Communications Collaborated with F-15 Simulation group on CBT/Desktop Simulator
integration Collaborated with Virtual and Augmented Reality Research Groups for
integration of technology and training Participated in the development of a full-scale
working processes for ADL Instrumental in promoting the capabilities of Boeing/IS that led
to Boeing’s influence in the early stages of the Under Secretary of Defense sponsored
Advanced Distributed Learning Initiative (ADLI) and the Job Performance Technology
Initiative (JPTI) Possessedcomplete understanding of principles, concepts, practices, and
standards related to ADL/WBT/CBT development and complete understanding of industry best
practices.
TRAINING PRODUCTION SPECIALIST Acted as CBT (CAI/ICW) Production
Specialist on the JSF Planning Project for the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine
Corp, and the Royal Air Force. Provided expertise in all phases of planning CBT
development , processes estimating CBT development schedules and designing CBT content and
media, including Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) Initiatives and Shareable Content
Object Reference Model (SCORM) specifications, and CMI standards to meet AICC compliance.
Coordinated development and demonstrated CBT product for information and new business to
internal and external customers.
CBT DEVELOPER LEAD Acted as CBT Developer Lead for CBT (CAI/ICW)
development while meeting production schedule. Provided team leadership, manage content
development, and ICW/CBT production of Writer/Developers and Authors. Provided
troubleshooting expertise to facilitate resolutions to problems in ICW/CBT production. ˇ
Coordinated with QA team to ensure standards and styles are met during QA reviews. ˇ
Resolved discrepancies from Navy reviews and implement solutions. Provided guidance and
training to internal staff in ICW/CBT production and procedures. Coordinated with Project
Lead on production schedules and problem resolution. Presented CBT product for
demonstration and new business to internal and external customers.
CBT DEVELOPER Acted as a Writer/Developer by producing storyboards
for ICW/CBT modules with detailed programming instructions, using a variety of software
and database tools. Analyzed, designed, and implemented training conventions using
knowledge of instructional theory and ability to create concrete objectives and methods
for CBT product development. Analyzed technical content and developed instructional design
and lesson flow. Acted as Quality Assurance to ensure all lessons meet
styles/standards/conventions set by customer. Identified graphic needs and requested
graphics from internal and external sources.
CBT DEVELOPER Analyzed technical content and developed
instructional design and lesson flow. Acted as QA to ensure all lessons meet
styles/standards/conventions set by customer and Project Lead. Acted as a Writer/Developer
by producing storyboards for ICW/CBT modules with detailed programming instructions, using
a variety of software and database tools. Analyzed, designed, and implemented training
conventions using knowledge of instructional theory and ability to create concrete
objectives and methods for CBT product development. Identified graphic needs with SME
assistance and request graphics from internal and external sources.
May 98 - March 99
J.M. Ross Associates - Overland, MO
CBT TRAINING CONSULTANT
Served as Primary Training Systems Developer on the F/A-18E/F Maintenance Training ICW/CBT
Project for the U.S. Navy at The Boeing Company. Hired as a CBT Developer Specialist by
The Boeing Company.
1996 - 1998
Ferguson Enterprises - Newport News, VA
TRAINING DEVELOPER
Analyzed and evaluated training needs for over 4700 associates in 31 states and Puerto
Rico. Designed, developed, authored, and delivered computer training programs and courses
on a corporate level, to include written technical documentation and instruction material,
and computer-based training (CBT) modules utilizing Authorware and a variety of other
multimedia tools. Presented information and direct structured learning. Prepared
objectives, define content, select instructional modes and media, and sequence training
activities. Researched data for subject matter expertise. Surveyed results. Provided
consultation to upper management on issues related to how-to train, delivery, and field
requirements. Worked independently on long-term projects with deadlines.
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Offering a strong background and experience in building and designing sustainable
Learning Technology Solutions to enhance learning capability global enterprises = capability
for global; to include operations in the manufacturing and customer services sectors;
training development, training systems analysis, design, and implementation, and R&D
in instructional technology; project work includes Navy F/A-18 Maintenance, STRICOM, Coast
Guard Deepwater, Joint Strike Fighter, ADL, and CF-18 Training Modernization; Systems
Training Development and System Integration and Automation.
University of South Florida - Tampa, FL
Masters in Instructional Technology
2007 candidate
Columbia College of Missouri - St. Louis Campus
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
2003, summa cum laude
Associate in Arts, 2002
Certificate of Recognition, CF-18 Preliminary Design Review, 2003
Certificate of Recognition, CF-18 LMS/LCMS Analysis, 2003
Certificate of Recognition, AFIADL Partnership, 2003
Certificate of Recognition, I/ITSEC 2001
ADL Demo for Boeing, 2002
Letters of Appreciation (2) for Outstanding Support on the
JSF EMD Program Proposal effort, 2001
Letters of Appreciation (3) for Outstanding Support on the Deepwater Program Proposal
effort, 2001
Certificate of Recognition, F/A-18E/F LRIP 2 Maintenance Training Program for Boeing, 2001
Certificate of Recognition, US Army STRICOM Contract Proposal for Boeing, 2000
Meritorious Service Award, Dept. of Social Services, 1996
VTN Technologies, Inc. - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Olé - Online Learning Environment - LMS/LCMS
Administrator and User
U.S. Coast Guard - TRACEN, Yorktown, VA
Human Performance Technology Workshop 2001
NTSA/OSD - Orlando, FL ADL/Embedded Training Conference &
Exhibition
The Boeing Company - St. Louis, MO Astound 6.0 Visio Pro V5
Project 2000 Avilar’s WebMentor (LMS) Guinti’s LearneXact (LCMS) Outstart’s
Evolution (LCMS)
Oracle - Bethesda, MD Oracle Discoverer 3 for End Users Oracle
Discoverer 3 Administration
MACROMEDIA UCON 97 - San Francisco, California Pre-Authoring in
Authorware and Director Intro to Director 6 Delivering Interactive Projects on Time &
In Budget Navigation & Hypermedia with Authorware Avoiding the Most Common Development
Mistakes Advanced Authorware: Scripting for Intermediate to Advanced Users
TAAC 97 - Park City, UT Authorware Functions & Variables
Using Animation Files in Authorware Using ActiveX Preventing Programming Catastrophes
Media Magic - Atlanta, GA Authorware 4.0 Intermediate
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. - Newport News, VA Train the Trainer
Demo-it Authorware 3.5 Director 5.0 Outrageous Customer Service HyperCam Sound Forge
4.0
Adult Learning Center - Virginia Beach, VA MS Office Suite How-To
Repair and Upgrade PCs Internet Intermediate
Accelerated Computer Education - Richmond, VA Novell
PerfectOffice Suite
Old Dominion University - Norfolk, VA Local Area Networks
(Wiring, Installation, and Troubleshooting) Hands-On Guide to the Internet
Virginia Department of Social Services - Richmond, VA Train the
Trainer Sexual Harassment for Supervisors Wizards 101 - 302 (computer hardware/software
troubleshooting) Lotus 5 for Windows QuickLink dBase 5.0 for Windows
Virginia Department of Information Technology - Richmond, VA Team
Management: Creating Architecture for the High Performance Organization
American Management Association -Virginia Beach, VA How to Deal
with Employee Attitude Problems
Virginia Dept. of Personnel & Training - Richmond, VA
Performance Evaluation System Personnel Policy Review Planning, Organizing, and Delegating
Supervisor's Role in Addressing Employee Problems in the Workplace Coaching and Developing
Employees Interviewing and Selecting Employees
EMME Associates - Richmond, VA Dealing with John Q. Public
Burres and Associates - Radford, VA Effective Writing for the
Technical Person
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