Welcome & Introductions

Hello everyone! My name is Samantha Braun, and I’m based in St. Paul, MN, where I work as a Learning Design Specialist at Allina Health. I bring a 16-year background in nursing, with experience both at the bedside and in formal education. I joined my organization's Learning and Development department in 2021, and in my current role I design and develop a broad range of learning experiences for both clinical and non-clinical roles.

I joined this cohort because I’m really interested in sharpening how I use AI in my day-to-day work, particularly when building in Articulate. I already use Articulate’s AI tools, but I know there’s more potential there. I’m hoping to learn how to design and develop faster and more intentionally, so I can free up time for the creative thinking, troubleshooting, and relationship-building that I enjoy most and that ultimately leads to better learning experiences.

Here's Clementine, my trusty office companion. 

Hi everyone! I’m Katrise, based in the Orlando, Florida area, where I work in Training & Development as an Instructional Designer for W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. My day‑to‑day is all about building learning experiences—everything from IT foundational modules to people‑leader training—and I’m always looking for ways to make my designs more impactful. I joined this Certification Cohort because I want to be more strategic and intentional in how I use Articulate’s AI tools, especially understanding which tools are best to leverage in different situations. No pets at home to introduce, but I’m excited to meet yours and learn alongside all of you! 🧡

Hello everyone!

My name is Michael and I am a Senior Learning Experience Designer at Liberty Mutual Insurance. I design and develop training materials for members of our service teams. I joined this cohort because I am looking to maximize the way I use AI to improve my production and efficiency. Plus, I always enjoy learning new things and adding tools to my toolbox!

I do have a furry friend at home. Her name is Luna and she is a 7-year-old Weimaraner. 

Nice to meet all of you.

Hi! I'm Rowan Job-White, a Director of learning at FINRA. I lead a team focused on delivering curricula on the organization's top priority topics.

Throughout my 30 year ISD career, I've used the best elearning development tools to create high quality, engaging learning experiences, including Storyline (HTML5/CSS coding included) and Rise extensively.

I'm interested in learning how to maximize my team's use of AI tools to keep us on the cutting-edge of development efficiency. 

I live in South New Jersey with my hubby, two retired racing greyhounds and old cranky cat. 

Hi team!

I'm Dannika, from Phoenix, AZ. I work at USAA FSB as an Instructional Designer. I have over a decade of experience in fraud operations, training development, and project management, I specialize in designing impactful learning solutions that drive performance and foster positive associate experiences. My goals include creating high-impact training modules; I’m passionate about making training more accessible, engaging, efficient, and effective, while creating environments that leave a lasting, positive influence on those around me. My current role supports all of Fraud and Member Protection.

I'm joining this certification cohort to build upon my skillset and gain the AI understanding to stay ahead of the curve in general, I'm looking forward to seeing what efficiencies we can create utilizing AI.

I have three dogs & a cat! Our senior girl, Maya, recently joined the land of the remembered. But, the twins, Joonie & Cha-Cha, are bull-shihtz and remain in the land of the living terrorizing everything from the sofa covers to anything that flies. The cat remains elusive.

Maya

Cha-Cha & Booker Joon

Minnow

Hi! My name is Megan Sapp and I am an Organizational Development Specialist for the Saskatchewan Health Authority and live in Saskatchewan, Canada. Our team manages our organizations Learning Management System, develops online learning and coaches others to develop their own online learning. We recently made the switch to use Articulate 360 exclusively for online learning development within our organization so we are currently developing our standards and processes to implement that change. Our team is always looking for more information to pass along to our learning developers and hoping to gain more knowledge around AI Assistant. Looking forward to working through this over the next 2 weeks!

My cat, Lexi,

was just at the vet for a few days with some health issues and this is the most recent picture I took but she is home and well as of today!

Hi everyone, my name is Kealty Gates.
I’m a Learning & Development Specialist with Bayshore HealthCare. I support the development of practical, people centered learning experiences. My focus is on building skills that strengthen communication, improve day to day operations, and support teams in delivering exceptional care and service. Outside of work, I love reading and catching live music whenever I can!

Hi everyone! I’m Melissa Priebe, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and I work in Professional Services at Thomson Reuters as a Learning Experience Designer. Day to day, I design and build learning experiences that help people do their jobs better—partnering with stakeholders, translating complex information into clear, engaging learning, and continuously iterating based on feedback and outcomes.

I joined this Certification Cohort to sharpen my skills, learn from others doing similar work, and bring more intention and rigor to how I design and measure learning experiences. I’m hoping to walk away with practical tools, new perspectives, and a strong community I can continue learning alongside.

Outside of work, I share my home (and my desk) with my three cats, Bowie (left) Ziggy (right) and Toothless (not pictured). I get to work from home a few days a week, which usually means they’re nearby supervising meetings, napping on notebooks, or reminding me to take breaks—one of the perks of remote work I appreciate most.

Hi! I'm Brianne, an instructional designer at USAA here in Texas. I am currently working on building out lessons in Storyline, while also learning so much about the program. I can't wait to see how I can utilize AI to make my builds more efficient. 

Hello,

I am Arturo from Mexico. I live in Guadalajara. I am excited to hear all your opinions and expertise. I am an Instructional Designer and algo do LMS and Project Management. Thank you!