About

Professional Summary

Strategic Performance Partner leader with 10+ years of experience driving organizational growth through scalable performance solutions. Proven expertise in performance management, competency mapping, leadership development, and role clarity frameworks. Skilled in partnering cross-functionally with senior leaders and HR to co-create solutions that increase engagement, develop capability, and align people with strategic goals. Passionate about building strong workplace cultures through hands-on collaboration, data-informed strategy, and empathetic leadership.

Core Competencies

• Learning Strategy: Performance Management • Leadership development • Succession Planning • Competency Mapping • Talent Development • Change Management
• Instructional Design: Adult Learning • Instructional Project Management • Training Needs Analysis • SAM/ADDIE
• Culture & Engagement: Cross-Functional Collaboration • Coaching & Feedback • Inclusive Leadership • Engagement Tactics

Experience

Senior Instructional Designer | Woven Health Collective | Remote | 2022–Present

Partnered with functional leaders to identify capability gaps and design onboarding and leadership programs, reducing ramp-up time and increasing manager readiness.

• Conducted competency mapping, performance interviews, and training needs analyses to develop targeted performance solutions and clarity tools.
• Collaborated with training teams on performance improvement and engagement initiatives during organizational shifts.
• Designed sales enablement initiatives for product launches, aligning employees across multiple departments through scalable L&D workflows.
• Improved data-driven training planning and effectiveness metrics through continuous feedback, impact tracking, and iterative design.

Learning Program Manager | Atlantic Association of CBDCs | Mulgrave, NS | 2020–2022

Designed, developed, and managed the CBDC Learning Library, a digital platform delivering targeted learning resources to address skill gaps in small business communities.

• Developed and maintained a comprehensive digital learning library serving small business clients across multiple regions.
• Designed and produced digital learning content, including instructional copy, video, and audio narration, to meet diverse learner needs.
• Managed stakeholder communications, ensuring alignment and buy-in from internal teams and external partners.
• Directed project planning, scheduling, and quality assurance for multiple concurrent learning development initiatives.
• Oversaw program budgets and vendor relationships to optimize quality and cost-effectiveness.

Community Educator | Government of Nova Scotia | Guysborough, NS | 2019–2020

Delivered public education and outreach programs to community members, promoting awareness of government services, local initiatives, and civic engagement opportunities.

• Assessed community needs through stakeholder meetings and feedback to shape relevant, impactful service delivery.
• Increased public awareness of constituency services, resulting in greater community participation in programs and initiatives.
• Facilitated interactive sessions that improved civic literacy and strengthened trust between the community and elected representatives.

Learning Strategist & Training Advisor | Freelance | 2017–2019

Developed and delivered learning strategies and training plans that strengthened workforce capability, supported organizational change, and drove measurable business results.

• Partnered with clients to assess needs, close performance gaps, and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with culture, goals, and emerging skill demands.
• Designed and implemented learning programs that improved team performance, leadership capability, and employee engagement across diverse industries.
• Conducted needs analyses and stakeholder interviews to align learning strategies with business priorities and transformation initiatives.
• Advised on building and scaling training teams, annual planning for organizational growth, and succession planning with corresponding training development.
• Guided organizations through culture-building and change management using targeted learning interventions.

Training Event Planner | Scottish Qualification Authority | Edinburgh, UK | 2016–2017

Planned, coordinated, and delivered large-scale training events to support the development and implementation of Scotland’s national qualifications.  

• Coordinated training events annually for assessors, verifiers, and education professionals across Scotland.
• Managed end-to-end event logistics, including venue booking, scheduling, resource preparation, and on-site coordination.
• Streamlined event planning workflows, reducing lead times and improving cost efficiency.

Training Director & People Leader | Canadian Armed Forces | National | 2009–2015

Directed enterprise-level training and development programs for over 750 personnel, overseeing leadership pipelines, performance management, and operational readiness.  

• Developed and executed annual organizational training plans to meet operational and strategic objectives.
• Managed large-scale training operations, including scheduling, resource allocation, and logistical coordination.
• Led performance boards, facilitated conflict resolution processes, and guided career progression decisions for personnel.
• Oversaw budget planning and resource control to maximize efficiency and training effectiveness.
• Served as a senior training advisor to leadership on workforce development and succession planning.

Education

• Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Design — Athabasca University
• Train the Trainer Certificate — Dalhousie University
• Bachelor of Business Administration — Royal Military College of Canada

Tools & Platforms

Microsoft Teams • Loop • SharePoint • Asana • Workfront • Rise • Articulate (familiar) • Canvas • AI for content development • Advanced PowerPoint • Canva

Where I Shine

• Deep expertise in enabling people and performance strategies, with proven ability to partner with senior leaders and HR to drive clarity and engagement.
• Led org-wide programs focused on performance frameworks, onboarding, and leadership development across sectors.
• Passionate about building strong workplace cultures through empathy, structure, and data-informed enablement strategies.
• Fluent in remote-first collaboration and experienced with asynchronous workflows across time zones and complex stakeholder maps.