My Background

I began my professional journey with an M.A. in Teaching English, spending much of my twenties traveling, volunteering across Europe, and organizing large-scale polyglot gatherings. That chapter shaped two things permanently: a deep respect for learning as a human experience and an appreciation for cultural nuance in communication.

My transition into corporate L&D was a turning point. I quickly realized that effective learning design isn’t just creativity—it’s systems thinking, behavioral psychology, and business alignment. Since then, I’ve immersed myself in instructional design methodology, Action Mapping, learning science, and AI-assisted learning design. I’m particularly drawn to projects where performance gaps are ambiguous and solutions require careful diagnosis rather than quick content production.

Outside of work, I value discipline and reflection. Swimming, meditation, and training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Muay Thai keep me grounded. I’m also part of an expat family community that I helped initiate—another reminder that learning and growth are deeply social processes. Most importantly, I’m a father of two daughters, which continuously sharpens my patience, empathy, and long-term thinking.

If you’re looking for someone who will diagnose performance challenges carefully, design with intention, and create learning experiences that allow people to practice—not just consume information—I’d be glad to connect.