Susan Edmiston
Sr. Project Manager at DreamBox Learning- Claim this Profile
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Adam Maxfield
Susan is an amazing leader in any organization she is apart of. She has an exceptional ability to simplify complexity, navigate ambiguity, and lead projects to success. In addition to her project management expertise, she also makes a wonderful partner to brainstorm and collaborate. Each conversation I have with her, I walk away with better ideas and clarity on next steps. I love working with her and any organization is lucky to have her.
Eric Olsen
Susan is an operational dynamo! Her ability to dig in and find the real issues, then lead her team to a strategic solution is second to none. She operates with kindness, integrity, and lightning-quick speed. A tremendous leader!
Adam Maxfield
Susan is an amazing leader in any organization she is apart of. She has an exceptional ability to simplify complexity, navigate ambiguity, and lead projects to success. In addition to her project management expertise, she also makes a wonderful partner to brainstorm and collaborate. Each conversation I have with her, I walk away with better ideas and clarity on next steps. I love working with her and any organization is lucky to have her.
Eric Olsen
Susan is an operational dynamo! Her ability to dig in and find the real issues, then lead her team to a strategic solution is second to none. She operates with kindness, integrity, and lightning-quick speed. A tremendous leader!
Adam Maxfield
Susan is an amazing leader in any organization she is apart of. She has an exceptional ability to simplify complexity, navigate ambiguity, and lead projects to success. In addition to her project management expertise, she also makes a wonderful partner to brainstorm and collaborate. Each conversation I have with her, I walk away with better ideas and clarity on next steps. I love working with her and any organization is lucky to have her.
Eric Olsen
Susan is an operational dynamo! Her ability to dig in and find the real issues, then lead her team to a strategic solution is second to none. She operates with kindness, integrity, and lightning-quick speed. A tremendous leader!
Adam Maxfield
Susan is an amazing leader in any organization she is apart of. She has an exceptional ability to simplify complexity, navigate ambiguity, and lead projects to success. In addition to her project management expertise, she also makes a wonderful partner to brainstorm and collaborate. Each conversation I have with her, I walk away with better ideas and clarity on next steps. I love working with her and any organization is lucky to have her.
Eric Olsen
Susan is an operational dynamo! Her ability to dig in and find the real issues, then lead her team to a strategic solution is second to none. She operates with kindness, integrity, and lightning-quick speed. A tremendous leader!
Credentials
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Lean Six Sigma - White Belt
Management and Strategy InstituteAug, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
ATD - Human Performance Improvement
Association for Talent Development (ATD)Jan, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Professional (PMP)®
Project Management InstituteSep, 2019- Nov, 2024
Experience
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DreamBox Learning
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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200 - 300 Employee
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Sr. Project Manager
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May 2022 - Present
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National University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. Director, Office of Operations & Innovation, National University System
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Jan 2021 - May 2022
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National Director, Product and Development, Sanford Programs at National University System
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May 2020 - Jan 2021
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National Director, Implementation and Training Services, Sanford Programs at National University
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Feb 2020 - May 2020
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Program Manager, Sanford Programs - Training and Implementation
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Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company
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United States
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Utilities
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Learning Strategist
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Apr 2018 - Jan 2019
• Project manager for multiple, concurrent learning solutions to meet client needs in diverse lines of business • Primary interface for programs, leading coordination and facilitation of sessions to review project plans, costs, schedules and program effectiveness • Define, create, analyze, execute, monitor and close learning solution development projects • Create, monitor and present plans to measure effectiveness of training utilizing KPIs and Metrics that Matter data • Provide analysis and reporting on moderate and complex data models • Mentor and provide guidance for instructional designers working with both ILT and WBT projects • Manage financial forecasts, resource allocation, and contract labor force logistics • Maintain departmental and project budgets • Provide oversight for instructional designers in the use of standard tools, templates and ADDIE/AGILE approaches • Utilize SAP, SharePoint, MSOffice, and multiple technology platforms Show less
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Achieve3000
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Curriculum and Implementation Manager
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Aug 2016 - Apr 2018
• Account manager, implementation manager and professional development provider for +/- 100 sites • Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with district leadership to develop program awareness, implementation timelines and action plans • Monitored usage and performance data and followed up with school and district leadership • Resolved implementation challenges and responded promptly to stakeholder needs • Provided high quality instructor led and virtual professional development workshops, modeling and action-based consulting sessions for district personnel, administrators, teachers, parents and stakeholders • Guided teachers in the development of standards-based curriculum mapping • Maintained accurate and complete records and documentation using Interlink, Alfresco and Salesforce platforms • Facilitated meetings and virtual training via WebEx Show less
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Professional Services Manager
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Oct 2015 - Aug 2016
• Hiring manager for northern California Professional Services with 14 direct reports • Developed proposals and project plans for learning solutions to drive performance improvement • Provided project management support to account executives • Built consultant capacity through assignment, modeling and monitoring completion of certification requirements • Provided premier customer service, professional learning, in-person support and coaching to school administrators, leaders, teachers and stakeholders at all levels • Provided best practice implementation training and support to internal and external customers • Utilized Salesforce, Google docs, MS Office, and internal shared document server Show less
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NuScale Power
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United States
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Utilities
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400 - 500 Employee
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Instructional Designer/Training Specialist
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Jun 2014 - Jul 2015
• Leadership role in change management initiatives working closely with Director of Legal and Intellectual Property, acting Director of Corporate Services, Corrective Action Program manager and others • Interfaced with subject matter experts at all levels of the organization to analyze needs, determine learning objectives, research, address, and resolve programmatic issues, and improve organizational performance • Developed procedures and instructions compliant with NRC, NQA-1, and company requirements to support process improvement in the areas of the Corrective Action Program, Safety Conscious Work Environment, Information Asset Classification, Configuration Control (DOORS) and Corporate Services (document approval) • Designed/redesigned instructor-led, virtual, eLearning, blended, and independent-access curriculum materials and assessments aligned with nuclear industry and company regulations and standards (ADDIE/SAT) • Mentored subject matter experts in learning development and delivery to improve effectiveness and productivity. • Maintained accurate training data and prepared detailed combined reports to support audit inquiries, corrective action completions, training completions, proficiencies, compliance, year-end metrics, etc. • Conducted survey analysis and prepared forecast and report for proposed training. • Provided training and support to personnel in the use of the ASAP/ePath Learning Management System (LMS) • Created computer-based training using Adobe Captivate and Premiere Pro • Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WebEx and the ePath LMS Show less
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School District of Pickens County
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United States
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Education Management
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700 & Above Employee
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Teacher - Elementary, Middle, Special Education
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Aug 2005 - Aug 2014
• Special Education Lead, Middle and Elementary, supporting combined caseloads of +/- 100 students • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) accreditation audit teacher lead and final editor • Managed and reported federal and state-mandated data utilizing Special Education Management System (SEMS) and PowerSchool software • Interfaced with internal and external participants at all levels to ensure understanding of and compliance with federal, state and local IDEA mandates • Developed and implemented individual education plans to include SMART goals and monthly growth metrics • Participated in school improvement team to analyze data, determine key objectives, and maintain ongoing reporting metrics • Created supplemental learning materials, aids, and performance support products • Designed, developed and delivered county-wide training for paraprofessionals • School Leadership, School Improvement, Title I and SACS teams Show less
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Summit Baptist Church
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Acworth, GA
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Director of Preschool Ministries
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1998 - 2001
• Program director for large church (+/- 1000 members); children pre-birth through Kindergarten • Directed and co-directed large-scale projects from inception to completion including planning, recruiting, training, purchasing, publicity, scheduling, coordination with other functional areas, set-up, take-down, celebrations, and post-event debriefing • Managed organizational growth, establishing separate functional area for preschool ministries • Created and implemented insurance-compliant recruitment, training and scheduling procedures for 180 volunteer and paid staff members • Created customized curriculum for large weekly implementation to include instructor guides and student materials • Attended International Network of Children’s Ministries (INCM), Group Publishing, and LifeWay Leadership conferences Show less
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Education
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Walden University
Master of Science - MS, Education - Literacy -
Reinhardt University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Education -
Florida College
Elementary Education and Teaching