Creative Design Portfolio
Experiential Learning Game (F2F later made into Virtual)
"Paylocity Pursuit" is a modular, experiential board game designed to transform sales training by immersing players in the familiar environment of the Paylocity office. As participants navigate the game board, they confront realistic scenarios tied to seven key sales concepts, promoting behavioral change through real-time decision-making and peer-driven feedback. Rooted in behavioral science, this interactive format reinforces positive reinforcement, accountability, and cognitive skill development, while also fostering collaboration and critical thinking. The modular design allows other teams or instructional designers to adapt and expand the game for different training needs, maximizing ROI and ensuring its longevity as a versatile learning tool. This unique approach has proven so engaging that players wanted to continue beyond the session, even taking the game outside of the office setting for continued interaction. Everything from the game board, cards, instructions, concept and video was designed, created and edited by myself. Take a look!
Immersive Capstone Part 1
In this unforgettable capstone experience, learners found themselves immersed in a room transformed into an expansive iceberg landscape, symbolizing the hidden challenges and obstacles in the sales world. Surrounded by towering ice formations and deep, icy-blue visuals, participants were tasked with navigating the unpredictable terrain of sales scenarios that tested their strategic thinking and adaptability. Much like an iceberg, where most of the mass lies hidden beneath the surface, the sales challenges presented unexpected complexities that required participants to dig deep into their knowledge and skills to uncover the best solutions. The cold, pressure-filled environment heightened the stakes, mirroring the high-stakes nature of sales negotiations. To this day, learners recall the experience with clarity, regularly drawing on the skills and strategies they developed while navigating the metaphorical and physical icebergs, making this capstone an undeniable part of their professional growth.
Immersive Capstone Part 2
In this dynamic, high-energy capstone, learners went head-to-head in a life-size crossword puzzle challenge, where teamwork, collaboration, and leadership skills were put to the ultimate test. Divided into teams, participants raced against the clock and each other to complete the puzzle by recalling key elements from their training. The pressure of competition, combined with the physicality of the life-size puzzle pieces, forced participants to apply their knowledge in real-time, leveraging strategic thinking and quick decision-making. Using cognitive recall, teamwork, and leadership, this immersive experience required each team to demonstrate communication and adaptability in order to outpace their rivals. The physical and mental engagement in solving the puzzle created an unforgettable learning experience, with participants walking away with a strong sense of accomplishment and a deeper understanding of how to lead and collaborate effectively under pressure.
Hands on Practical Application (Later Made Remote Learning)
In this challenge, learners faced a high-stakes simulation that required them to demonstrate their ability to perform an accurate inventory count under intense, real-world distractions. To replicate the unpredictable nature of inventory in their stores, where interruptions from customers, managers, and peers are frequent, learners were bombarded with “cannonballs”—simulated disruptions designed to throw them off their task. These distractions tested their focus, resilience, and ability to recall the strategies taught for managing interruptions and maintaining accuracy. The immersive environment, filled with unexpected challenges, reinforced the importance of staying calm, using systematic processes, and relying on their training to ensure precision. This experiential capstone gave learners practical, hands-on experience in managing distractions under pressure, ensuring they left with the skills needed to maintain accuracy and efficiency in their day-to-day roles.
My Creativity Unleashed- Selfie Studio
As part of my portfolio of out-of-the-box thinking and willingness to take bold chances, my husband and I created, designed, and built an immersive, interactive photo studio from the ground up. This innovative space became a hub for community outreach, where we offered structure photography lessons to teens and seniors, fostering creativity and learning across generations. The success of the program even earned us a feature on the local news, highlighting our commitment to community engagement and educational impact.
Disruptive Learning Hacker Takeover
(Designed for F2F & Virtual)
In this disruptive learning experience, what begins as a typical, dull presentation skills training quickly takes a dramatic turn. After a couple of minutes of listening to what seems like a standard session, the PowerPoint distorts, static fills the speakers, and suddenly, the classroom is “hacked.” Learners find themselves thrown into an escape-room-style challenge, where they must collaborate to defeat the hacker. To regain control, they work through the course content, sharing experiences, watching videos, and solving clues along the way—all designed to enhance their presentation skills. With iPads in hand and physical items like articles, TikTok videos, and best-practice prompts to guide them, learners are unaware that they’re actively mastering the skills necessary to deliver impactful presentations. Leaders later observed a marked improvement in the participants’ presentation capabilities, with increased confidence, better engagement, and stronger delivery. The proof was in the numbers—those who completed the experience showed a notable rise in second appointment bookings, making it clear that the innovative approach had a lasting, practical impact.
Directors Cut Support Guide .PDF
(Click Image to see in action) Acting to serve as a comprehensive resource for leaders to support their teams through a training program, providing strategic insights, best practices, and tools designed to enhance performance and drive success in key areas such as sales, decision-making, and employee coaching. It emphasizes the power of small, incremental improvements—like the metaphor of water boiling at 212 degrees—to make a significant impact. The document offers frameworks, customizable solutions, and expert guidance, helping leaders not only support their teams effectively but also position their organizations for competitive advantage. Through this guide, users gain access to critical resources, templates, and strategies that are tailored to meet specific needs and ensure continued engagement, growth, and high performance in a dynamic business environment.
Hobby Side Project
As a side project, I’m diving into the world of gamification, challenging myself with Python and HTML coding and more working on an application designed to enhance both virtual and face-to-face training. It includes features like quizzes, buzzers, leaderboards, and points, turning traditional training into a fun, competitive experience. Whether you’re earning points for your team or buzzing in to answer first, this app takes learning to a whole new level by blending education with engaging game mechanics. It’s perfect for boosting motivation and making training sessions more interactive and memorable!
Storyline, Vyond, Go Animate, Scripting and AI Voice over
Created to empower managers in delivering an exceptional onboarding experience for new hires, this video serves as a dynamic, interactive resource. Using a combination of scripting, voice AI, GoAnimate, and Storyline, it walks leaders through essential practices to foster early engagement, build rapport, and establish a supportive foundation. This engaging module emphasizes the critical role managers play in the onboarding process and provides them with practical tools, tailored strategies, and insights into key success factors. The video offers actionable frameworks, scenario-based learning, and customizable approaches to help leaders meet new hires' unique needs, ensuring a smooth transition and lasting impact on team cohesion and productivity. By guiding managers step-by-step, this resource aims to inspire an onboarding culture that promotes growth, retention, and alignment with organizational goals from day one.
Virtual Instructor Led
(PPT & Leader Guide)
A public-facing virtual session for the VP of Learning and Development was meticulously crafted to communicate the essentials of Job Architecture to a diverse audience. The session’s design showcases a blend of strategic insights and practical applications, demonstrating a deep understanding of how to make complex frameworks accessible and engaging. Through carefully structured content, interactive elements, and branded visuals, it invites participants to explore Job Architecture’s role in career progression and organizational alignment.
Leveraging instructional design best practices, the session includes engaging narratives, visual aids, and participant-driven discussions to support knowledge retention and inspire action. Thoughtfully designed materials guide the VP through a seamless delivery, ensuring clarity and impact. This project highlights the value of an Instructional Designer's role in translating high-level concepts into practical learning experiences, elevating the session's effectiveness and reinforcing the organization’s commitment to talent development and growth.
PowerPoints, PDFs, E-Learning You name it!
If you want something as simple as a PowerPoint, a PDF, or a quick reference guide, I’ve got you covered. But why stop there? I also create e-learning modules, virtual trainings, leader’s guides, videos, graphics—basically, if you can dream it, I can design it! And don’t worry, I keep the user experience (UX) top of mind, making sure everything is not only visually engaging but also easy to navigate. Whether you need to keep it simple or take it to the next level, I’m here to help bring your vision to life (with a side of fun, of course!).
PowerPoint
E-Learning
Leaders Guides
Videos
Final Cut Pro
Adobe Suite
Articulate Storyline
Sketch
Canva
Microsoft 365
G-Suite
Generative AI
Voice Over
Animation
Ask me about others!
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