Member Spotlight

Tell us about your experience in the Talent Development space, including places you've worked, roles you've held, and organizations you're a part of.

My career did not start in L&D but I was placed in a senior level management role in Parata Systems which included establishing and deploying both domestic and international training. In this role we had to meet both the technical and developmental needs of a fast growing company. I learned many lessons building and sustaining a learning department and in doing so, my passion for L&D was solidified. Currently, I am the CEO of eParamus and have spent the last 18 years focused on measurable instructional design, learning evaluation and learning impact. Over the years I have been active in Training Magazine, ATD and ISPI. I follow the Organizational Development Network.

What are some of your interests, strengths, and unique qualities that would help others get to know you better?

As an entrepreneur my biggest strength is tenacity, but my strategic thinking is perhaps the thing that has helped me the most. When I am not working, I love to be outdoors and often have music playing. I am curious about many things (history, health and wellness, human behavior) which results in my having many interests but family is my biggest priority. Along with a few close friends, spending time with my family brings me the most joy. My husband and I often travel (for work or pleasure) but never let too much time pass before we get back to making family memories!

Favorite quote:

Never, never, never give up!

Are there specific people in the Talent Development space you follow and why?

David James, he genuinely seeks out answers to L&D challenges and shares what he learns with the L&D community.

Do you have a lesson you’ve learned in your career you’d like to share with others?

One of the biggest lessons I have had to learn is that everyone comes at things from their own perspective. Neither right or wrong - but different. Communication requires listening enough to understand their perspective and, if the message is still important, conveying your points so that you meet them where they are. Without this, even passionate responses make poor communication.

Do you have any favorite books or resources that you think others would find helpful?

I am a fan of reading many different books, from different disciplines, it helps you build a critical thinking mind and allows you to see the connections in almost anything!

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