experience

Director of Training & Education

National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS)

January 2013 - present

  • Directed all stages of learning management and development initiatives from conceptual analysis to timely delivery of digital educational tools for in-person, hybrid, and virtual formats.

  • Managed the strategic redesign of organizational training programs, leading to a 150% increase in engagement contributing to the company's business transformation goals.

  • Supervised the planning and budgeting of 31 training programs and multi-day training events for over 500 participants, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

  • Developed a comprehensive onboarding program that enhanced organizational performance by reducing onboarding time by 10%.

  • Advanced strategic initiatives through the redesign of the company logo, the creation of mission and vision statements, and the formulation of 3 staff training plans for 40 employees.

  • Engaged in quarterly consultations with the company President, Board of Directors, principal leadership, and stakeholders to define, formulate, and implement training strategies.

  • Produced 5 educational videos, 40 presentations, and 3 eLearning modules to facilitate the training of thousands of adult learners.

  • Trained 6 colleagues in virtual meeting production, focusing on in-session support.

  • Identified continuing education solutions and collaborated with state and federal agencies to address insurance policy procedure issues.

  • Built assessment tools and conducted evaluations to measure the effectiveness of training programs, which contributed to a 20% increase in client satisfaction.


Underwriting Specialist

Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS)

October 2008 - January 2013

  • Led the development and delivery of training for 50 crop insurance agents across 6 intensive events, enhancing proficiency and operational excellence.

  • Supported customer relations excellence for 14 crop insurance agencies.

  • Authored 11 detailed crop insurance training manuals, facilitating standardized education and operational consistency.

  • Facilitated the testing and successful deployment of a new user system technology, significantly improving program functionality and user experience.

  • Actively participated in the RCIS/WFII Diversity Council, contributing to the promotion of diversity and inclusion within the organization.

Operations Manager


Wells Fargo Bank

  • Supervised comprehensive risk management training for staff, enhancing transaction accuracy and managing daily cash flows of up to $100,000.

  • Conducted monthly, quarterly, and annual performance coaching sessions to review achievements, challenges, and set future objectives.

  • Achieved a 35% improvement in customer service metrics through targeted strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and service quality.

  • Coached the team to surpass sales targets for the first time in a decade.

  • Oversaw the assignment and management of Learning Management System (LMS) coursework, ensuring staff development, and compliance.

October 2002- October 2008