Shayna Trujillo

Head of Learning and Development @American Institutes for Research

Austin, TX, US
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WORK HISTORY

Mar 2025 — Present

Head of Learning and Development @American Institutes for Research

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As the sole member of the Learning & Development team at AIR, I design and deliver strategic learning solutions that build workforce capability and foster a culture of continuous development. I partner with staff, subject matter experts, and senior leaders to embed learning into daily practice, drive performance improvement, and measure impact across the organization- Conducted learning needs assessments and facilitated working sessions to define engagement strategies for staff managers, resulting in targeted support plans and improved transparency- Designed and delivered various sessions for staff incorporating real-life scenarios, inclusive facilitation techniques, and curriculum enhancements to strengthen leadership readiness and competency development-Authored a Copilot in Action Toolkit and served as a Copilot Ambassador, contributing to AIR’s digital transformation and showcasing learning innovation in the AI@AIR initiative-Developed materials and trained facilitators for two critical leadership retreats, integrating experiential learning, team-building, and strategic planning support- Supported LMS operations and user experience upgrades, including taxonomy improvements and expanded, targeted curricula based on AIR\'s strategy priorities and learning goals-Partnered on HR strategy and branding efforts, and advising on communication, pulse surveys, and talent management messaging

EDUCATION

2010 — 2010

Instituto Superior del Arte - Havana, Cuba

N/A, Cuba

2013 — 2014

Universidad Camilo Cienfuegos - Matanzas, Cuba

Anthropology, Religion, and Sociology of Cuban Culture

2007 — 2011

Lewis & Clark College

Bachelor’s Degree, Sociology and Anthropology

2016 — 2017

Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey

Master of Arts - MA, International Education Management

SKILLS

Family EngagementGrant WritingSecond Language AcquisitionMicrosoft OfficeInterpersonal CommunicationStudy Abroad ProgramsPublic SpeakingProposal WritingCrisis ManagementFundraisingWorking AbroadEnrollment ServicesYouth at RiskSocial ServicesTeam ManagementNonprofitsMulticultural EducationGoogle AppsHome VisitsIntercultural CommunicationCommunication TrainingSpecial Needs PopulationsConsensus BuildingParent EducationLiving AbroadParent-Child RelationshipsCross-Cultural Communication SkillsVolunteer ManagementCpr CertifiedFamily ServicesEvent PlanningCreative SolutionsProgram DevelopmentTeam BuildingSpanishGrant ReviewingFamily PartnershipsCreative WritingCommunity Outreach

ABOUT SHAYNA TRUJILLO

Mid-level project and partnerships manager with over 14 years of experience creating and leading intercultural and international learning opportunities. An action-oriented, thoughtful and flexible collaborator who naturally builds consensus, breaks down complex challenges, and integrates data, quality, and equity into decision-making. Currently working with the American Institutes for Research (AIR) a mission-driven organization, where my initiative, creativity, and strategic thinking contribute to the development of internal and external stakeholders, projects, and programs.Core skills include relationship/partnerships development; end-to-end project management; workshop development/facilitation; program design, management and evaluation; training, advising, mentoring, coaching; process improvement.

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