Colby Brown

About Colby Brown

Experienced Learning & Development professional and student affairs educator with a strong background in leadership development, career advising, professional training, and community engagement. I specialize in designing and facilitating impactful learning experiences that empower individuals and teams to grow, adapt, and thrive.Blending adult learning principles with strategic, open-ended questioning, I foster skill development, deliver high-impact leadership programs, and provide holistic career guidance. My expertise extends to training design, facilitation, and coaching, ensuring learners gain practical tools to excel in their roles.I have a proven track record of advancing organizations\' missions through value-driven work and collaboration. From orchestrating leadership development programs and professional training to community engagement through social media marketing, I am passionate about helping others reach their full potential.I lead with Gallup Strengths throughout the teams, environments, and projects I support—Relator, Strategic, Discipline, Futuristic, and Developer—guiding my approach to learning strategy, talent development, and organizational impact.As a first-generation college graduate from St. John Fisher College and a Clemson University, M.Ed. Counselor Education, Student Affairs alum, I cherish my identities and remain thoughtful of the people and steps that have shaped my journey.Beyond my work in Learning & Development, I stay engaged by giving back to my community, marathon training, cheering on the Buffalo Bills, and discovering local cafes and independent bookstores.

Experience

1. Content Developer

   O.C. Tanner

   Mar 2026 — Present

   I transitioned into a Content Developer role after being invited to join the team in recognition of my work modernizing learning across Client Success. In this role, I focus on shaping the strategy, structure, and governance of both internal and client-facing content — building scalable documentation, playbooks, and enablement resources that support teams and improve the client experience.My work centers on simplifying complex information, strengthening content quality and consistency, and developing systems that make knowledge easier to access, maintain, and use across Sales, Client Success, and Marketing.

Education

• Clemson University

  Master of Education - M.Ed. , Counselor Education, Student Affairs

  2019 — 2021

• Marion Jr.-Sr. High School

  High School Diploma with Advanced Regents Honors, Business

  2009 — 2013

• St. John Fisher University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Media Management

  2013