Allison Harris

About Allison Harris

I am a results-driven Instructional Designer with 18 years experience in education, with…

Experience

1. Learning and Development Coordinator

   National Grants Management Association

   Mar 2024 — Present

   Design and develop eLearning, instructor-led (ILT), and blended training using Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, and PowerPointConduct needs analyses and collaborate with SMEs to define learning objectives aligned with performance goalsApply adult learning theory, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and instructional models (ADDIE, SAM) for accessible, effective trainingCreate storyboards, scripts, and prototypes for diverse learning formatsDevelop NASBA-compliant CPE courses aligned with learning objectives, best practices, and regulationsManage project timelines with PM tools, delivering quality training on schedule and within budgetMeasure learning impact via Kirkpatrick’s model; adjust content based on feedback and dataIntegrate courses into LMS (Oasis, Classroom) ensuring SCORM complianceFacilitate virtual and in-person train-the-trainer sessionsMaintain version control and document materials in shared repositoriesLed annual update of 300-page instructional guide after federal regulation changes; coordinated with SMEs, copywriters, and vendorsEnsure quality control for monthly print runs and resolve vendor issues promptlySupport procurement by drafting scopes of work, reviewing bids, and ensuring complianceOrganize and lead volunteer teams for annual conferences, handling recruitment, training, scheduling, and on-site managementDraft and manage contracts for trainers and clients, clarifying scope, deliverables, and complianceAdminister NASBA-compliant CPE certification, tracking attendance and distributing certificatesUse CRM to create forms/surveys, track engagement, and maintain data for reportingFacilitate live Zoom webinars, moderating discussions and Q&A with smooth technical delivery

Education

• Chatham University

  Master's degree, Special Education

  2005 — 2007

• The Instructional Design Academy

  Instructional Design & Tech Accerlerator Certificate, Instructional Design and eLearning Development

  2023

• Penn State University

  Post Graduate Certificate , Applied Behavior Analysis

  2012 — 2013

• Indiana University of Pennsylvania

  Bachelor's degree, Journalism/Public Relations and Communications Media

  2001 — 2005

Skills

• Event Management
• Trade Shows
• Sponsorship
• Budget Management
• Fundraising
• Vendor Relations
• Event Marketing
• Contract Negotiations
• Internal Communications
• Special Events
• Virtual Events
• Venue Selection
• Corporate Events
• Event Planning
• Contract Negotiation
• Budgets
• Venue Relations
• Corporate Communications
• Marketing
• Proposal Writing
• Strategy
• Financial Services
• Leadership
• Management
• Analysis
• Team Building
• Program Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Strategic Communications
• Business Development
• Marketing Communications
• Meeting Planning
• Publicity
• Public Relations
• Social Media
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Nonprofits
• Philanthropy
• Policy