With nearly two decades of experience in online education and training development, I am well-versed in the world of instructional design. However, I firmly believe that there is always room for growth and learning.

My first career path began in the emergency management and response field, where I spent a decade before transitioning to the realm of online education. Throughout my second career, I have designed courses and developed curricula for nearly 100 distance learning courses and products. In addition to providing direct support, I have successfully directed all phases of program design, development, and evaluation efforts for various projects, integrating models and approaches such as ADDIE, Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction, and Bloom's Taxonomy. My responsibilities often include implementing knowledge management and content sharing solutions, developing and implementing various analysis strategies, developing and implementing continuing education credits and professional development programs, while ensuring training products adhere to relevant policies and regulations.

I have provided instructional design support for distance learning modules tailored to diverse audiences, including first responders, educators, military officials, and civilian leaders. My educational background includes an MBA from York St. John University in the U.K., undergraduate studies in emergency management and criminal justice, and numerous certifications and professional certificates of achievement from prestigious institutions.

As a life-long learner, I am always eager to expand my knowledge, which has led me to pursue the UMGC MicroMasters program for Instructional Design and Technology. Currently, I am also a PhD student, further demonstrating my commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.