Beth Bakeman

About Beth Bakeman

I\'m a strategic learning and development leader passionate about enabling people, teams, and organizations to thrive. With 15+ years of experience across tech and global enterprises, I specialize in architecting scalable learning strategies, building high-impact programs, and aligning talent development to business goals.At the heart of my work is a deep belief in the power of learning to drive transformation. I’ve led org-wide initiatives that improved engineering enablement, upskilled technical talent, accelerated leadership pipelines, and fostered vibrant learning cultures. Whether designing immersive experiences for developers or launching global leadership academies, I combine data, design thinking, and a human-centered approach to deliver meaningful outcomes.Key strengths include- Building and scaling L&D functions from scratch- Engineering enablement and tech talent development- Organizational change & culture transformation- Cross-functional collaboration and executive alignment- Communities of practice, mentorship, and social learning- Future-focused skills strategy and workforce readinessI\'m always looking to connect with others who believe learning is a strategic driver of innovation and success.

Experience

1. Staff Enablement Program Manager - Global Field Enablement

   Databricks

   Sep 2025 — Present

Education

• The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  B.A., French

• University of Washington

  M.P.A., Education

Skills

• Captivate
• Learning Management
• Program Management
• Nonprofits
• Adult Education
• E-Learning
• Learning Management Systems
• Addie
• Staff Development
• Strategic Planning
• Instructor-Led Training
• Leadership
• Management
• Leadership Development
• Blended Learning
• Needs Analysis
• Coaching
• Instructional Design
• Project Management
• Training
• Training Delivery