SHARON LINK, PH.D.

Instructional Design and Organizational Development Consultant

ABOUT ME

I am an expert in program design and course development. I partner with clients to create customized, accredited, organizational

learning solutions purposed to effectively build cultural capacity, develop leadership, and engage employees. As a curriculum

partner with Brandman University, I leverage my online course delivery system to design and deliver industry-leading, highly

engaging, and timely courses based on client needs. Through my method, employees can earn PDUs or CEUs while they work.

For the client who needs ILT, I have developed close to 30 workshops on a myriad of topics for various purposes. While I have

used Captivate, Articulate tools are my favorites, and I own both Studio and Storyline. As an expert in Instructional Design, I

have developed and teach my own Certificate program in Instructional Design. http://www.brandman.edu/program/instructional-

design-certificate. I would be happy to share my digital portfolio.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Seventeen years total (oh my gosh) working as an Instructional Designer/Curriculum Developer/Educator with formal

grounding in instructional design methods and adult learning theory.

• Ten years working as an educator and curriculum developer for all types of learning environments, including Fortune

500s and 100s, top-tier universities on a national basis – including New York City, Irvine, and the Midwest.

• Extensive experience in the design and development of innovative and theoretically sound instructor led, e-learning, and

blended learning solutions.

• Developed two fully online Master’s Degree programs; 3 certificate programs including an online Certificate in

Instructional Design for Brandman University, and 50 online courses.

• Extensive experience with a wide variety of learning tools and technologies including authoring systems (Captivate – 3

years, Articulate – 4 years), various Learning Management Systems, and business productivity software. (Own

Articulate Studio ’13 and Storyline).

• Strong background applying emerging learning tools, technologies and methods including social learning/networking

platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube), virtual worlds, and avatar technology.

• Three years working as a HR Director for organization of 500 to 1000 employees.

• Taught for 10 years (all K-12 grades, graduate students, and adult professionals).

• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills: published writer and author (currently authoring book on instructional design)

called: Let’s Design an e-Course.

• Wrote and published 29 research articles for Ebsco Publishing (Boston, MA).

• Wrote 4 research based books – available on Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble.

• Presented at 30 conferences including paid presentations on a variety of topics.

• Ph.D. in Leadership Studies with an emphasis in Organizational Development.

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

2012 Online Teaching Certificate Brandman University Irvine, CA

2010 Executive Coaching Certificate Coach U Bradenton, FL

2007 Ph.D. in Leadership Studies (emph. Organizational Development) Gonzaga University Spokane, WA

2003 School Administrative Certificate (former) Whitworth University Spokane, WA

2002 M.Ed. Organizational Administration (emph. Human Resources) Whitworth University Spokane, WA

1997 B.A. Education, English & Political Science Whitworth University Spokane, WA

PROFESSIONAL & CONSULTING EXPERIENCE

Leadership Via Design (Irvine, CA) November, 2013 – Present

This is my Irvine- based sole proprietorship. For LvD, I designed, developed, and implemented various Instructional Design and

Organizational Development solutions for an array of companies.

Representative engagements for LvD include:

• Developed online store and LvD Online Institute featuring a growing catalog of different courses, certificate programs,

and workshops. Taught courses. See http://store.leadershipviadesign.com

• Designed and developed a special education course for Generation Ready – Advancement Courses (ranked 3rd in terms

of customer favorites) using Storyline.

• Presently consulting with Pacific Dental Services to repair broken Storyline courses, uploading courses to their new

LMS, and develop curriculum utilizing Storyline.

• Currently working with Concordia University NE to develop online courses for their new MBA program. Current course

is Organizational Resources. Slotted to teach Organizational Development course.

• Currently developing a leadership course (using Storyline) for Galen College of Nursing working with former Disney

Executive and author Lee Cockerell. Flew to Orlando, FL to appear with Lee in leadership training videos and was

filmed around Disney World with a film crew hired for this role. This was an amazing experience!

Touro College (NYC) (May, 2012 – August, 2013)

• Taught full time (online) in position of Associate Professor, Teacher Residency Master’s Program.

• Designed and developed the entire compendium of online courses for Eva Moskowitz’s Success Charter Academies.

• Developed and delivered new user Blackboard 9.1 training for new users and other instructors.

Brandman University (Irvine, CA) (May, 2008– Present)

• Designed and developed 3 fully online certificate programs for various disciplines including: Autism Disorders,

Coaching, and Instructional Design.

• Developed and taught Certificate in Instructional Design program for Brandman University consisting of 5 fully online

courses integrating various types of e-learning tools. http://www.brandman.edu/program/instructional-design-certificate

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz1mr49tHUU

• Worked as adjunct professor for Brandman University since May, 2008.

• Consulted with a statewide credit union in Washington State to design and deliver a blended learning leadership

program.

DSW Leads (January 2011 – Present)

This was my NY based sole proprietorship. For DSW Leads, I designed, developed, and implemented various Instructional

Design and Organizational Development solutions for an array of companies. Representative engagements include:

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Columbia University of New York City (February 1 – June 1, 2011 –Consultant - NYC)

• Worked as an Instructional Designer Consultant and designed a two-day workshop, developed HR Participant

Guide, training materials, case studies, and other materials for Columbia University in a blended learning format for

program called Navigating CU for Managers and Supervisors.

• Worked with SMEs, HR Client Managers to analyze needs for 126-page Participant Guide for Columbia

University of NYC.

• Managed needs analysis processes to ensure that requirements for key technical knowledge and skill sets were

identified. Employed a variety of methods to gather requirements, including, but not limited to: measurement data,

online surveys, focus groups, first hand observation, and interviews with legal department and HR VP and associates.

Celgene Pharmaceutical (June – September 2011 –Consultant – Summit, NJ)

• Instructional Design Consultant with Celgene Pharmaceutical to develop online courses, website, and design an on-

boarding program proposed to upper level management utilizing Articulate products.

• Produced high quality online learning deliverables, on time under aggressive deadlines, for interactive training

courseware, including the design of course content, interactions and graphics for SumTotal® Learning Management

System.

• Developed accompanying handouts and e-learning guides to go with courses.

• Researched and wrote a 30-page Evaluation standards document to provide guidance for other Instructional Designers.

American Express (September 2011––January 2012 Consultant – NYC)

• Wrote 50-page Participant Guide for Instructor Led training demonstrating new Employee Relations software for global

audiences.

• Analyzed training needs and designed and developed three Instructor Led Workshops for American Express employees

in U.S. and Australian markets.

• Documented software and developed accompanying handouts and learning tutorials to support student learning.

• Worked in a highly secure environment with tight deadlines requiring overtime to complete the work.

Weight Watchers (February 2012 – May 2012– Consultant – NYC)

• Designed courses for Weight Watchers’ Leaders and Receptionists on a national basis.

• Developed online training, assistive learning aids, and other learning materials.

• Working closely with Subject Matter Expert to develop a variety of different courses focusing on technology.

Agate Publishing (January – May 2011 – Short-Term – Author – Evanston, IL)

• Worked remotely and wrote a graduate level chapter on Inferential Statistics for a university textbook.

• Incorporated the use of high quality graphics and formulas into chapter.

• Demonstrated technical and analytical skills, including the ability to understand and convey complex technical

information.

Link Autism Leadership, Spokane, WA (April 2008 – Present – Director/Consultant)

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• Formed a non-profit dedicated to serving individuals, families, and Educational Leaders impacted by autism disorders

enabling students with autism to overcome educational and social barriers by empowering Educational Leaders to be

equipped to serve them. LAL fills the void for autism resources and training. Link Autism Leadership is a leader in

Professional Development! http://Linkautism.com

• Designed 25 short courses purposed to help individuals coping with autism.

• Developed course materials, multi-media presentation, and facilitated training for educators at Touro College, New York

City (1 day training) (2/9/11)

• Facilitated training for teachers, district leaders, and para-educators in academic, behavioral, and social interventions for

autism utilizing current research in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

• Featured on local media in “Living with autism” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTVKOJC87-

o&feature=youtube_gdata_player (2010) and news broadcast – check it out on homepage.

Educator, West Valley School District, Spokane, WA (September 2003 – June 2010 – Full

time)

• Taught elementary, middle school, and high school at different intervals during my career in education.

Designed course syllabi, prepared lessons and class discussions, facilitated group activities, and evaluated students.

Utilized formative assessment practices.

• Collaborated with other teachers on instructional practices, student support and discipline.

• Provided Instructional Coaching and in-services to other teachers.

• Served on Instructional Materials Committee for 2 years; served on other committees since 2000, including, but

not limited to, elementary science committee, literacy committee, and writing committee.

Ebsco Publishing, Boston, MA (September 2008 – September 2009 – Writer)

• Contracted and wrote numerous articles for Ebsco host on various education and sociology topics.

• Worked under tight deadlines and produced 29 articles of approximately 5,000 words each totaling approximately

145,000 words. Click here to download http://www.dswleads.com/Version2011B/DownloadArticles.htm

Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA (January 2008 – May 2008 – Adjunct)

• Taught graduate level Educational Evaluation and Measurement (Summative and Formative Assessment)

EDLA 565 course for Gonzaga University to graduate education students in Kelowna, B.C. teaching in K-12

environments and used Blackboard to create a virtual course component. (2008)

• Developed a website to accompany courses using Drupal e-learning software.

National Urban Alliance, Syosset, NY (March 2007 – September 2009 – Consultant)

• Instructionally designed, developed, and implemented instructor led training for large group (500 people) and

small group (25 people) training for various audiences.

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• Facilitated Professional Development strategies and collected data in WMEP Minnesota Project in accordance

ADDIE model and reflective feedback model.

• Trained in intentional instructional practices aimed toward mediation and mastery in closing achievement gap

for all students.

• Collected data during evaluative performance management processes, used as a form of evaluation for teacher

improvement and district systemization.

Center for Organizational Reform, Spokane, WA (January 2003 – September 2006 – Consultant)

• Worked as a team with various CEOs and Managers to develop systems aimed at improving efficiency,

productivity, and to increase ROI through coaching and training initiatives.

• Provided leadership development and coaching/technical assistance to organizations in accordance with Edgar

Schein’s model of process consultation with small corporations in Washington State.

Human Resources Director, West Valley School District, Spokane, WA (August 2000 – August 2003 – Full-Time)

• Facilitated all professional development and in-service training for union and non-union staff both certificated

and non-certificated (500 – 1000 employees).

• Utilized ADDIE/SAT methodologies for employee training and evaluation.

• Constructed an e-database for systemizing salary schedules and employee credits.

• Directly oversaw the leadership, training, and professional development of 30 employees for union employees.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Office applications, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Publisher.

• Proficiency in online learning platforms such as Cornerstone, Blackboard 9.1, SumTotal, Desire2Learn, and other

SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model) based learning management systems, etc.

• Proficiency using web-conferencing tools such as GoToMeeting, Adobe Connect, Skype, JoinMe, etc.

• Expertise with Content Authoring applications including: Articulate Suite 2009, Studio 2013 and Captivate Suite (3 –

years) as well as cloud based authoring and presentation tools including Prezi and Inspiration.

• Knowledge of HTML and use of web development tools such as DreamWeaver.

• Familiarity with image capture and editing tools including: Fullshot and/or SnagIt; Adobe Creative Suite, Corel Draw

Suite, etc.

• Strong multimedia creation and editing skills using tools like Camtasia Studio.

• Familiar with software tools for converting sound, image, and multimedia files to different formats and Operating

System Capabilities

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Certificate in Online Instruction from Brandman University (2012)

• Certificate in Organizational Coaching from Coach U in conjunction with Instructional Coach Federation (2008)

• Member, American Society for Training & Development (2010)

• Member, Microsoft Online Research Panel (2012)

• Member, National Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (2003 – 2012)

• Member, National Association of Women’s Business Owners (2010)

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• Member, New York State Association for Computers and Technologies in Education (NYSCATE) (2010)

• Member, Washington Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (2005 – present)

REFERENCES AND WORK SAMPLES UPON REQUEST

See a few samples of my work at http://LeadershipviaDesign.com/Portfolio.htm

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