learning and instructional strategy
Wendy M Morgan, PhD
I have 15 years of experience listening and leading, creating consensus, and solving problems with proven results: among other industry accolades, I have received nine Brandon Hall awards for blended learning, custom content, and learning management technology for external training. As an industry thought leader, I have disseminated my work through publications, presentations, blogs, and podcasts.
My stand-out skills are translating concepts into hands-on learning experiences and using data (through collection and visualization) to inform continuous improvement.
Awards
My Experience
Leading data-driven
and scalable learning
that makes a difference
I currently lead a team of eight—a team that I built from the ground up. Starting as an individual contributor, I developed relationships across and beyond my organization to grow the portfolio of projects that we support, champion the learning technology infrastructure that would provide the data necessary to support the most effective learning strategies, and establish a collaborative culture amongst instructional designers and developers that supports cross-training and teamwork. My ability to influence movement demonstrates my commitment to problem-solving and my ability to listen and speak to the needs and concerns of the people I serve and work alongside.
I care deeply about equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging; I’m grateful to have the opportunity to engage in work that aligns with my values. I co-founded an internship program for North Carolina students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), I actively engage in workplace caucuses as an ally, and I support projects that focus on creating solutions that work for everyone.
Specializing in:
• Strategic vision and follow-through
• Data collection, visualization, and usage
• L&D leadership & budget management
• Digital solutions and technical innovation
• Iterative, data-informed learning design that fits the needs of learners
Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
PRINCIPAL, INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN SERVICES
Promoted in recognition of contributions to the fields of instructional design and implementation science.
2022-Present
learning and development senior strategist
Established an effective blended learning strategy and championed the technical infrastructure to support it.
2016-2022
Sole Proprietor
independent Consultant
Advising businesses on strategy, product and project management, as well as instructional design best practices.
2014-Present
Communication Studies Department of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
instructional designer and visiting lecturer
Designed, developed, and implemented instruction for small and large classes (20-180). Managed and supervised five assistants.
2011-2014
Education
Purdue University
doctorate of philosophy
Interpersonal Communication
2006
Northwestern University
Master of arts
Mass Communication
2000
James Madison University
bachelor of science
Double major:
Journalism &
Visual Communication
Magne cum laude
Valedictorian of the
School of Media Arts
2010