I would like a job where I can make a real impact, where I can use my people and analytical skills, and take on challenges that are absorbing and fun. I enjoy working with stakeholders at all levels, across departments and with people from different cultures.
VGOpen to opportunities
Virginia Gunn
@virginiagunn
Expert corporate trainer and consultant with 20+ years of experience.
SpainWhat I'm looking for
I am an expert trainer, consultant, and coach with over 20 years of experience serving companies of all sizes across various sectors. My career has been defined by a successful track record of collaboration with diverse, international stakeholders, enabling organizations to bridge performance gaps and enhance productivity.
Currently, I operate as a freelance Corporate Trainer, Consultant, and Coach, partnering with leaders to foster effective communication and sustainable habits within their teams. My previous roles include Senior Consultant at Aristos Innovation Consulting, where I guided SMEs in securing EU funding for innovation projects, and Train-the-Trainer Instructor at TEFL Academy, where I trained new trainers in effective classroom management and adult learning practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
VC
Current
Corporate Trainer, Consultant and Coach
Virginia Gunn Coaching
Mar 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Partner with leaders and organizations to identify and bridge performance gaps related to leadership, teams, and culture, focusing on effective communication and sustainable habits.
VA
Business and General English Trainer
Various
Mar 2004 - Jul 2023 (19 years 4 months)
Enabled executives and staff to improve their English communication skills through customized courses tailored to their needs across various settings.
AC
Senior Consultant
Aristos Innovation Consulting
Feb 2017 - Feb 2021 (4 years)
Enabled SMEs and start-ups to secure EU funding for innovation projects by guiding them on business models, project concepts, and financial projections.
TA
Train-the-Trainer Instructor
TEFL Academy
Feb 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 9 months)
Trained and certified new trainers in general and business English, focusing on effective classroom management and adult learning best practices.
DS
Software Programmer and Consultant
Dell Professional Services
Aug 2000 - Sep 2003 (3 years 1 month)
Helped clients digitalize and streamline IT systems, providing programming and database management to enhance efficiency and security.
CM
e-Commerce Developer
CMGi
Jan 1999 - Jul 2000 (1 year 6 months)
Designed and launched e-commerce solutions for online radio stations, providing technical support and database management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NUNorthwestern University
Master’s Degree, Cognitive Psychology
1994 - 1998
Completed a Master's Degree in Cognitive Psychology, focusing on understanding cognitive processes and their applications in various contexts.
UAUniversity of Texas at Austin
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology
1989 - 1993
Grade: Honors
Earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with honors, studying various psychological theories and practices.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
SpainAuthorized to work in
Social media
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