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Krystal

Learning and Development Specialist

About Me

Learning Experience Designer with over 15 years in instructional design, customer education, and team leadership. Skilled in creating scalable, engaging learning solutions for SaaS and enterprise environments. Proven ability to apply adult learning principles, leverage e-learning technologies, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality training programs. Experienced in managing curriculum development, mentoring staff, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance product adoption and customer success.

Jurisdiction

Canada

Notable Employer

  • Training Specialist at Nasdaq Verafin
  • Learning and Development Consultant at Memorial University

Experience

Seniority LevelDirector
Years of Experience15-20 years
Current StatusActive
Senior Analyst - E-Learning SpecialistNasdaq Verafin
2020 - Present

• Design and develop modular, self-paced elearning experiences supporting onboarding and advanced workflows for SaaS products. • Simplify complex product features into digestible learning content. • Design and deliver engaging learning programs. • Develop instructional materials, guides and digital content that align with adult learning principles. • Collaborate with SMEs and customer success teams to translate complex technical content into clear, engaging materials. • Apply instructional design principles and accessibility standards to ensure inclusive, effective learning. • Conduct needs assessments and analyzes learner feedback to improve content and measure impact. • Lead onboarding and mentoring initiatives for new team members, ensuring smooth integration and productivity. • Track and analyze learning metrics and organizational development outcomes. • Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements.

Training SpecialistNotableNasdaq Verafin
2019 - 2020

• Delivered product training to external financial institutions, driving adoption of BSA/AML, HRC, and Fraud solutions. • Aligned learning solutions with customer journeys and business goals to improve onboarding efficiency. • Collaborated with internal teams to ensure training consistency and quality across multiple client engagements

Manager of CurriculumDalhousie University
2017 - 2019

• Directed curriculum alignment and accreditation processes, applying educational measurement and assessment principles. • Developed faculty development programs and facilitated workshops to enhance teaching quality. • Managed staff and coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver strategic educational initiatives. • Oversaw policy development and compliance for academic programs, ensuring adherence to accreditation standards.

Manager of Student AffairsMemorial University
2016 - 2017

• Provided strategic leadership and oversight for student affairs operations, including wellness and financial counseling programs. • Managed budgets, HR responsibilities, and staff performance to maintain operational efficiency. • Implemented accreditation action plans and prepared compliance reports for institutional reviews.

Learning and Development Consultant NotableMemorial University
2014 - 2014

• Developed learning objectives, curriculum, and blended certificate programs for 3,000+ employees. • Facilitated training seminars and workshops; implemented professional development programs including New Employee Orientation and Management Development Program.

Education

Masters of Adult EducationMemorial University
2012 - 2014
Degree of Bachelor of Education - Adult EducationMemorial University
2010 - 2014
Degree of Bachelor of ArtsMemorial University
2007 - 2011

Skills

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Languages1

Languages

English