Matthew P. Starr

About Matthew P. Starr

I’m here because people need to grow, both personally and professionally (they go hand-in-hand). People who grow will build companies that grow. I’m not a L&D service provider. I’m a learning culture creator. I’m a professional growth partner. I ignite passion for self improvement and higher learning. I make your workforce better. I grow your company’s productivity and employee retention. I take your KPIs and find ROIs. About me: Passion: Developmental Psychology, Learning Theory, Entrepreneurship, Philosophy, Family, Adventure. Interesting/Random Fact: I dove from the cliffs of Acapulco with the world famous Clavadistas. Family: Wife (teacher), 3 Daughters (future CEOs), Sister (Court Stenographer), Mother (retired and wild), Best Friend (top equine vet in CO). Favorite Places: Western Germany, London, NW Pacific. Life Goals: Hike the Pacific Crest Trail and Appalachian Trail. The Company: Apollo Training Solutions works with Corporations and SMBs to improve or implement L&D initiatives that have significant impact on workforce and targeted KPIs. Our specialties include: Executive L&D Strategy Establishing Learning Culture Leadership & Employee Development Sales Training Programs Employee Retention Initiatives Customer Education Campaigns We bring executive level knowledge to the table, working strategically to identify and implement the most cost-effective and impactful learning solutions for organizations. We utilize the most effective learning theories to achieve the deepest impact for the targeted learning audience. We have wide knowledge of e-learning solutions and learning management systems that support all ranges of budgets and needs. We ensure positive ROI through our training solutions. Our goal is to implement the most effective and optimized solutions to achieve high level workforce and company growth. We are not a “done-and-run” business. We are partners in your journey to success. Measurable results and quality work are paramount in our mission. We work until the job is completed to your satisfaction and we remain available for any future needs. Work with us to grow and optimize your company.

Experience

1. Training Specialist

   Federal Aviation Administration

   Jan 2015 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Train and coach individuals in the technical skills and knowledge necessary to become certified Air Traffic Control Specialists (ATCS) for Denver Air Route Traffic Control Center (ZDV)-Train certified ATCS to become qualified OJTI (On the Job Training Instructor)-Cadre for the annual recurrent training courses disseminated to the ZDV workforce.

Education

• Metropolitan State University of Denver

  Bachelor of Applied Science - BAS, Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General

• The Art Institutes

  Commercial and Advertising Art

• University of Montana

  Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services