Here’s a Little About Me

My approach to life experiences drives
the way I design learning.

I love to explore and take on new adventures.

  • An off the grid experience in Panama? Absolutely!

  • Fishing 20 miles offshore in the North Atlantic? Why not?

  • Digging clams in the cold muddy flats of New England? I’m in!

  • Rock climbing with Boy Scouts in the White Mountains? What could go wrong?

I carry this same can-do, adventurous attitude into my work. I am continuously on the lookout for new technologies, approaches and emerging learning science that can improve learner engagement and retention while at the same time closing performance gaps, and meeting or exceeding your business goals.

Whenever I hit a bump in the road, a roadblock or even an outright wall . . . I find a way whether it be over it, around it or simply right on through it, I don’t stop until I figure it out. I am a resourceful, determined, and gritty instructional designer who thrives in ambiguity and appreciates the silver linings that challenges always present.

Recommendations

  • "Michelle is THE leader in technology. She has been a trendsetter for many years . . . She is a role model among her colleagues and is respected by all, I mean all! Michelle is a phenomenal human being."

    Principal Administrator

  • "Michelle is a professional in every aspect of the definition! She was a leader in launching new technology initiatives and training staff in person and remote. I wholeheartedly recommend Michelle."

    Technology Administrator

  • "Michelle has been nothing less than a dynamo! Students love her! I have learned more from her than anyone else . . . outstanding character and work ethic. I honestly cannot think of a better person to work with."

    Colleague

  • "I wouldn't be where I am today, and I wouldn't be who I am today . . . without her support and dedication to my happiness and success. I wouldn't have found the confidence to figure out what I wanted to do with my life."

    Former Student