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Dan Kephart

@dankephart

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Accomplished Organizational Learning and Development Leader.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation in training and development, encourages collaboration, and provides opportunities for professional growth.

I am a highly motivated and innovative Learning and Development Leader with extensive experience in building and leading training programs that empower workforces and prepare top performers for leadership roles. My expertise lies in conducting thorough needs assessments, which serve as the foundation for creating and executing tailored training programs that align with organizational goals. I possess in-depth knowledge of strategies that enhance organizational capabilities and workforce effectiveness, making me adept at engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong record of developing highly effective training and development programs that lead to improved efficiency and agile workforces. As the Senior Director of Learning & Development at the United States Air Force, I lead a team of 67 personnel, overseeing training for 4,900 employees across 144 career fields. My initiatives have resulted in significant cost savings and measurable improvements in personnel quality of life, showcasing my commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Director of Learning & Development

Current

United States Air Force

Dec 2024 - Present (7 months)

Led vision, strategy, and execution for all facets of organizational learning and development for 4,900 personnel across 144 career fields, with authority over a 67-person team and 15 direct reports. Spearheaded groundbreaking innovations in training in line with the CEO’s top priority.

Leadership Development Strategic Planning Human Resources Process Improvement Stakeholder Engagement Curriculum Development

Training Program Compliance Inspector & Consultant

United States Air Force

Mar 2023 - Nov 2023 (8 months)

Exercised accountability for training program compliance impacting 77 active and Air National Guard wings at 242 locations worldwide. Led assessments of each organization’s ability to comply with directives and public laws, developing and reporting findings and recommendations.

Program Assessment Regulatory Compliance Liaison On The Job Training Standard Operating Procedures Human Resources Consulting

Lead Learning & Development Program Manager

United States Air Force

Mar 2021 - Mar 2023 (2 years)

Instrumental in supporting $660M in operations training contracts, supervising 12 Learning & Development managers providing expertise in Instructional Systems Design. Developed and delivered training programs for 9,000 students annually across 50 global locations.

Instructional Design Leadership Development Onboarding Curriculum Development Global Operations Stakeholder Engagement Process Improvement Contract Management

Director of Learning & Development

United States Air Force

Jun 2020 - Mar 2021 (9 months)

Promoted to lead a 55-person team providing technical training for 1,900 personnel maintaining a fleet of 59 F-15 fighter aircraft valued at more than $1.8B. Addressed a 40% staffing shortage through an organizational restructuring, navigating a 45-person team through the transition period.

Team Leadership Technical Training Program Management Staffing Security Protocols Project Management

Instructional Design Program Manager

United States Air Force

Nov 2018 - Jun 2020 (1 year 7 months)

Directed 21 instructors and curriculum developers that produced 31 courses, including supporting documents and instructional aids. Reduced training time by 49% by introducing an online refresher course, returning 2,500 hours annually to operations.

Instructional Design Curriculum Development Online Learning Performance Improvement Virtual Reality Process Optimization Project Management

Senior Learning & Development Program Manager

United States Air Force

Nov 2014 - Nov 2018 (4 years)

Served on the senior leadership team overseeing a 33-member team of training developers supporting a $37.3M contract. Developed training for 16 instructors delivering 5,700 hours of instruction annually focusing on 1,042 training tasks and four B-1 Bomber courses.

Training Development Contract Management Budget Management Leadership Program Management Curriculum Development Instructional Design Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Trident University International

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

Grade: Cum Laude

Completed a Master of Business Administration degree with Cum Laude honors. This program provided advanced knowledge in business management and leadership.

Trident University International

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration

Grade: Magna Cum Laude

Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with Magna Cum Laude honors. The curriculum focused on core business principles and practices.

Community College of the Air Force

Associate of Applied Science, Education & Training Management

Earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Education & Training Management. This program provided foundational knowledge in educational and training methodologies.