Technical Training & Mentorship

Technical Training & Mentorship: Empowering Growth Through Education

In my 25 years of helping organizations build smarter web experiences, I’ve learned that the most advanced technology is only as effective as the people who operate it. True Technical Training & Mentorship isn’t just about software literacy; it’s about championing community growth and ensuring that no one is left behind as technology evolves.

Knowledge Silos and the Engagement Gap

Many organizations invest in high-end tools but fail to invest in the human capital required to run them. This leads to several critical issues:

• The Engagement Gap: Teams feel overwhelmed by complex systems, leading to under-utilization of expensive software.
• Digital Inequity: Training often ignores the needs of remote, Indigenous, and underserved communities, particularly those operating in low-bandwidth environments.
• Stagnant Skillsets: Without ongoing mentorship, internal teams struggle to keep pace with modern standards like Custom WordPress Development or AI-driven workflows.

Bridging Technology and Learning

As a training specialist and digital learning consultant, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and instructional design to every engagement. My goal is to create equitable and impactful learning experiences that stick.

1. Mentorship for Technical Teams

I have a proven track record of managing and mentoring teams of full-time developers in remote roles. I help your team master the complexities of:

• Clean Code & PHP Standards: Ensuring your Performance Optimization efforts are built on a solid foundation.
• LMS Management: Training staff to manage customized WordPress-powered LearnDash environments and SharePoint integrations.

2. Specialized Training for Remote Communities

A core part of my mission is delivering engaging training programs to communities with unique accessibility needs.

• Low-Bandwidth Optimization: I teach teams how to create and deliver content that works where internet speed is a luxury.
• Microlearning & Gamification: I design strategies that break complex technical tasks into digestible, rewarding modules.

This expertise is not merely theoretical; it is grounded in decades of practical, hands-on experience in classrooms and technical application labs. I have delivered onsite and classroom-based learning for prominent organizations and institutions, including Sherwin-Williams, the Centre for Arts, Sheridan College, and York University. My ability to deliver onsite, face-to-face training programs extends throughout Canada and North America, ensuring that your team receives high-impact mentorship tailored to your specific environment and learning style.

3. Multimodal & Video-First Learning

Leveraging my experience in live TV broadcasts and YouTube content creation, I help organizations deliver training both online and in person.

• Interactive Software Training: Teaching the professional use of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Apple platforms.
• Live-Streaming & Virtual Classrooms: Using tools like Wirecast and Microsoft Teams to reach learners wherever they are.

In my current engagement with Sherwin-Williams, I manage a dynamic online classroom that delivers live, technical training to distributors and sales teams across North America. By utilizing Wirecast for live TV-style broadcasts, I provide remote learners with high-definition, real-time instruction on complex topics like industrial spray technology and colour chemistry.

To complement these live sessions, I develop sophisticated video-based microlearning modules in collaboration with an award-winning videographer. Using industry-standard post-production tools like DaVinci Resolve, we produce high-impact YouTube content and interactive training assets that combine cinematic quality with pedagogical precision, ensuring maximum retention and engagement for every learner.

A Legacy of Educational Leadership

My approach to mentorship is grounded in decades of practical and academic experience:

• Sherwin-Williams: Currently training distribution partners and sales teams across North America in both classroom and application lab environments.
• Centre for Arts and Technology: Taught college students the intricacies of design, marketing, and software applications.
• Academic Rigour: My mentorship strategies are informed by my degree in Computer Science and my ongoing Master of Arts in Learning and Technology.

Whether you need a partner to design your Digital Learning Architecture or a mentor to guide your team through a transition to Higher Education or Corporate Learning Management, I bring the technical depth and instructional insight to ensure your mission succeeds.

Ready to empower your team?

Let’s build a collaborative partnership to help you create meaningful digital experiences.