Hello

I'm Shabnam Goli, Ph.D., a Senior Instructional Designer and Learning Experience (LxD) Specialist with over a decade of experience transforming how people learn and work in complex environments.With a unique blend of academic expertise and enterprise training leadership, I build scalable learning ecosystems that support onboarding, compliance, systems adoption, and continuous development—across public sector, higher education, and tech-forward organizations.

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What I Do

 

I design high-impact, accessible, and data-driven learning solutions that align with business goals and drive measurable results.

My work integrates:

• Instructional Design and Adult Learning Principles

• Digital Workflow Automation using Power Automatee

• Learning Development (Articulate 360, Canvas LMS, SharePoint)

• Learning Analytics with Power BI

• Accessibility Compliance (UDL, WCAG)

• Agile and User-Centered Design Methodologies

• Cross-functional Stakeholder Collaboration

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Whether streamlining training workflows at the California Department of Social Services or developing multimedia-rich courses in higher education, I bring strategic thinking, technical fluency, and inclusive design to every project.

 

Why I Do It

 

I believe learning should be clear, inclusive, and immediately actionable. I’m passionate about helping organizations build learning cultures that support both business transformation and individual growth.I’m especially drawn to mission-driven tech, medtech, and fintech companies—where my expertise in systems design, change management, and learning development can drive real-world impact.

 

Background & Certifications

 

• Ph.D. in Social Sciences and Media Studies, University of Florida, 2019

• Lean Six Sigma (White Belt – completed; Black Belt – in progress)

• Google Foundations of Project Management (2024)

• Microsoft Accessibility Training

• Certified in WCAG

• Storyboarding

• Adult Learning Design

 

Let’s Connect!

Explore my portfolio to see examples of workflow automation, digital onboarding, standard of operations & work guide design, and accessible training in action.I’m always open to collaboration, contract roles, or conversations around L&D strategy, AI in learning, and future-ready instructional design.

 

 

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