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Kelly S

@kellys

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Learning & development leader driving scalable, data-informed programs and AI-enabled learning.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles building scalable, data-driven L&D programs using AI and blended learning, with cross-functional collaboration and leadership development focus.

I am a learning and development leader with extensive experience designing scalable learning programs, workforce onboarding, and leadership development across corporate, education, and large-event environments. I have led teams from dozens to thousands, delivered measurable learner impact, and leveraged AI-enabled solutions to personalize learning and improve skills transfer.

My achievements include scaling event workforces with high retention, managing multimillion-dollar budgets for large-scale events, and creating data-driven learner tracking systems for national initiatives. I focus on cross-functional collaboration, practical instructional design, and measurable ROI to align learning with business goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Career/Admin Clerk

Current

Kelvin High School

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years)

Managed student post-secondary planning, communications, and event coordination; developed marketing materials and a systematic exam handling process to streamline school operations.

Event Coordination Communication Volunteer Management Administration Process Development

Current

Corporate Trainer

Current

Independent

Design and deliver L&D programs for corporate and nonprofit clients, including AI-enabled facilitation and asynchronous onboarding to improve skills transfer and leadership readiness.

Instructional Design Asynchronous Facilitation Curriculum Development Stakeholder Engagement Learning Analytics

Manager, Training/Database

Workplace Education Manitoba

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 11 months)

Project-managed the Pan-Canadian Workplace Connections cohorts, transitioned training online, integrated learning technologies and developed data-driven learner tracking to optimize engagement.

Project Management Online Learning Data Tracking Cohort Management Workforce Development

Recruiter/Trainer

Professional Persona

Jan 2019 - Dec 2023 (4 years 11 months)

Managed recruitment and training for small and medium employers, supporting 79 individuals with career coaching, resume development, and interview preparation.

Recruitment Training Delivery Career Coaching Resume Writing Interview Preparation Onboarding Client Relations

Instructor, Applied Business

Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology

Jan 2017 - Dec 2021 (4 years 11 months)

Taught domestic and international cohorts, maintained a 92% graduation rate and 71% employment succession by integrating learning technologies and managing practicum partnerships.

Instruction Curriculum Development Educational Technology Partnership Management

Director, Volunteer & Event Services

2017 Canada Summer Games

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)

Managed volunteer and event services with budgets over $2.5M, scaled volunteer workforce from 2,500 to 6,500, and created full-cycle onboarding for 6,500+ volunteers.

Volunteer Management Event Operations Budget Management Project Management

Manager, Facility & Event Staff

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Jan 2010 - Dec 2015 (5 years 11 months)

Led facility and event staff operations, maintained a 93% retention rate while managing teams of 250+ and implemented full-cycle onboarding and NFL-aligned standards.

Team Leadership Onboarding Workforce Planning Event Management Retention Cross Functional Collaboration Process Improvement

Advisor, Career

Kelvin High School

Designed and delivered career education for Grades 9–12, organized 26 career events and achieved 3,322+ student impressions to increase career awareness and engagement.

Career Development Workshop Facilitation Event Planning Student Engagement Curriculum Design Presentation Program Evaluation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Winnipeg

Bachelor of Arts, Business

Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Business; coursework and practical learning focused on business fundamentals and applied workplace skills.

Red River College

Certificate, Adult Education

2020 - 2020

Completed a Certificate in Adult Education focused on adult learning theory and practical instructional design for workplace and post-secondary settings.