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Mel Aclaro

Co-Founder

Phoenix, Arizona, United States34 yrs 6 mos experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Expert in Learning & Development leadership.
  • Proven track record in AI-enhanced training solutions.
  • Skilled in agile project management for learning programs.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Learning & Development expert in SaaS and AEC industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Learning & Development SolutionsProject ManagementAi-enablementLearning Program ManagementConsultingLearning Solution ArchitectureAgile Project ManagementGlobal Learning Program ManagementSaasTraining & DevelopmentPartner EnablementCertification Program Design

Other Skills

SmartsheetManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesChange ManagementMicrosoft ExcelCurriculum DevelopmentMicrosoft OutlookMiro Collaboration PlatformBusiness StrategyManager Instructional DesignNeeds AssessmentArticulate StorylineStrategic PlanningFacilitation

About

[Soon available for fractional or full-time L&D Leadership and PM opportunities.] Iโ€™m a Learning & Development leader. I help organizations reduce ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฑ๐˜ญ๐˜ฐ๐˜บ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ-๐˜ต๐˜ฐ-๐˜ฑ๐˜ณ๐˜ฐ๐˜ง๐˜ช๐˜ค๐˜ช๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ค๐˜บ, accelerate ๐˜ค๐˜ถ๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ฐ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ ๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ-๐˜ต๐˜ฐ-๐˜ง๐˜ช๐˜ณ๐˜ด๐˜ต-๐˜ท๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ถ๐˜ฆ, and cut ๐˜ด๐˜ถ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ๐˜ต ๐˜ค๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ญ ๐˜ท๐˜ฐ๐˜ญ๐˜ถ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ด by designing learning programs that move the business. For 15+ years, Iโ€™ve partnered with leaders in SaaS and AEC to equip people to adopt new technologies, build skills, and coach the next generation--with empathy, adaptability, and a sharp focus on outcomes. I launch lean and scale what works. From live train-the-trainer cohorts and AI-enhanced learning activities to agile course pilots and field-ready performance support, I co-create learning experiences that fit the real world--and stick. ๐–๐ก๐š๐ญ ๐ˆ ๐›๐ž๐ฅ๐ข๐ž๐ฏ๐ž โ€ข Learning works best when itโ€™s useful, adaptable, and business-aligned. That means starting with real-world problems people face--not legacy PowerPoints or bloated processes. โ€ข I believe in asking questions: Do we even need a course? Or would a job aid get people moving faster? And if we ๐˜ฅ๐˜ฐ need something new, where can AI make it easier to use on the job? โ€ข I care less about perfect alignment with default routines and more about traction with people and what the business needs. โ€ข And I believe that the best learning cultures are the ones where people feel safe to ask questions, test ideas, and show up human. If youโ€™re exploring how to bring AI into your workflow, accelerate learning on the job, or shape an L&D strategy that respects both speed and nuance, I'm ready to help.

Experience

34 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 4 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 3 mos
Current Experience

Mindbridge learning

Principal Consultant / Founder

Mar 2025 โ€“ Present ยท 1 yr 3 mos ยท United States (Remote), AZ (Hybrid, On-Site)

  • [Soon available for fractional or full-time L&D leadership and PM opportunities. Book now.]
  • MindBridge Learning is an independent Learning & Development practice that helps organizations turn learning initiatives into strategic business-aligned assets.
  • ๐†๐ซ๐จ๐ฐ๐ญ๐ก-๐ฌ๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž ๐œ๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐ง๐ข๐ž๐ฌ benefit from ๐˜๐˜ณ๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ข๐˜ญ ๐˜“&๐˜‹ ๐˜“๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ฅ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ services to build foundational strategies, scale learning programs, staff key roles, or oversee augmented L&D teams, all while aligning learning initiatives with business goals.
  • More ๐ฆ๐š๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ž ๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐š๐ง๐ข๐ณ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ leverage ๐˜Š๐˜ฐ๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ด๐˜ฆ ๐˜‹๐˜ฆ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ญ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ต ๐˜‹๐˜ช๐˜ด๐˜ค๐˜ฐ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜บ to assess needs, clarify scope, and determine feasibility. They turn to the ๐˜”๐˜๐˜“๐˜— ๐˜ˆ๐˜ค๐˜ค๐˜ฆ๐˜ญ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ to prototype, iterate, and launch targeted learning solutions faster. Together, these offerings streamline course development, accelerate time-to-delivery, and modernize enablement ecosystems through agile, iterative design.
  • ๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ:
  • Designed a playbook for a scalable AI competency and enablement program for a major real estate tech firm, combining LLM-powered microlearning, role-specific toolkits, and change management to drive enterprise-wide AI fluency and sustained adoption.
  • Partnered with stakeholders to co-design scalable operational skills training rooted in real-world application and measurable performance outcomes.
  • Advised teams on performance-first learning strategies, including agile course design, job aid-centric development, and decision frameworks to align waterfall vs. agile development models.
  • Integrated AI-enhanced activities into training programs to support in-the-flow learning, boost learner engagement, and accelerate enablement.
  • Reach out to explore how we can support your next L&D initiative through fractional leadership, course design, or agile development.
SmartsheetProject ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesChange Management+46

Pcl construction

Learning Architect

Nov 2023 โ€“ Jan 2025 ยท 1 yr 2 mos ยท Arizona, United States ยท On-site

  • Headquartered in Edmonton, Canada, PCL Construction is one of North Americaโ€™s largest general contracting organizations, providing comprehensive solutions for civil infrastructure, buildings, industrial, and solar.
  • I served as Learning Architect for PCLโ€™s Civil Infrastructure district, partnering directly with executives, operations leaders, and project teams to design learning strategies that prioritized field-driven business objectives.
  • ๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ:
  • Reimagined the districtโ€™s course development model, shifting from traditional waterfall to an agile approach, cutting time-to-launch for technical training programs by 75%.
  • Created the Civil Infrastructure districtโ€™s project execution skills roadmap, directly linking workforce development to strategic operational goals and future project needs.
  • Prototyped a custom GPT (using ChatGPT) as proof of concept for AI-enhanced learning activities and post-training performance support.
  • Consulted closely with senior leadership to align learning initiatives with business performance targets.
  • This role blended learning solution design, executive partnering, performance consulting, and agile project leadership keeping business goals, learner experience, and operational needs at the center of every initiative.
SmartsheetProject ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesChange Management+58

Ukg (ultimate kronos group)

Learning and Development Leader

Nov 2019 โ€“ Aug 2023 ยท 3 yrs 9 mos ยท Arizona, United States ยท Remote

  • UKG is a leading global SaaS company specializing in workforce management (WFM) and human capital management (HCM) solutions. It has a presence in over 150 countries and employs more than 15,000 employees.
  • As the L&D team leader for UKG's workhorse application, UKG Pro, I shaped the learning portfolio for the Global Services Organization, fueling readiness for 95,000+ stakeholders across three major software releases annually. Hired, built and led a 10-person instructional design team. Developed QA processes, CMS job aids, and development of an AI Adoption playbook to activate senior leaders.
  • ๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ:
  • Directed the development and maintenance of 800+ learning assets annually with an $800k localization budget, scaling content across EMEA, LATAM and the Americas through data-informed content strategies.
  • Spearheaded leadership conversations to explore generative AI for job aid creation and localization translation, aiming to accelerate asset deployment and reduce localization spend.
  • Facilitated a cross-functional leadership quality council to align learning programs with business imperatives, using Qualtrics survey insights and real-time performance dashboards.
  • Scaled enterprise training adoption and software release readiness through collaborations with operational partnerships and cross-functional stakeholders.
SmartsheetProject ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesChange Management+56

Ventiv technology

Learning and Development Consultant

Apr 2018 โ€“ Oct 2019 ยท 1 yr 6 mos ยท Artesia, CA ยท On-site

  • A specialized software consulting agency for absence and risk management, policy, and claims administration applications.
  • As Learning Program Manager, I led needs analysis, project management, collaborations with subject matter experts, and curriculum development of a custom enterprise software implementation for the County of Los Angeles.
  • ๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ:
  • Project Management. Led the development, project planning, and roll out of a blended learning program for 400+ employees in just 10 days for the County of Los Angeles, setting a new standard for deployment efficiency at Ventiv.
  • Managed and optimized self-paced learning content in learning platforms such as Absorb LMS (Learning Management System).
SmartsheetProject ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesChange Management+42

Bluebeam, inc.

Instructor Certification Program Manager

Apr 2015 โ€“ Mar 2018 ยท 2 yrs 11 mos ยท Pasadena, California ยท On-site

  • An international SaaS provider of paperless workflow applications for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms.
  • As Instructor Certification Program Manager, I led the design, development, and international rollout of Bluebeamโ€™s partner certification training programs, enabling scalable partner readiness and driving new revenue streams through skills-based enablement initiatives.
  • ๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฌ:
  • Founding architect of the Bluebeam Certified Instructor (BCI) program, a blended training curriculum certifying channel sales partners on product knowledge, instructional delivery, and best practices.
  • Achieved 375% growth in certified instructors within the first year and sustained 33% YoY growth through continuous feedback loops and program enhancements.
  • Generated $100k+ in new annual recurring revenue while positioning the certification program as a core pillar of Bluebeamโ€™s international sales enablement strategy.
SmartsheetProject ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesTraining & Development+47

Kareo

Manager, Learning & Development

Oct 2010 โ€“ Apr 2015 ยท 4 yrs 6 mos ยท Irvine, CA ยท On-site

  • A market leader in SaaS-based electronic health record, practice management, and fintech billing solutions, specifically designed for small medical practices.
  • Customer-Centric Growth. Reengineered customer onboarding and training, contributing to a 480% YoY revenue growth in SaaS product adoption.
  • Training Transformation. Implemented scalable virtual training solutions, supporting 20,000+ healthcare providers.
  • People Leader. Coach, mentor, and manager to a three-person team of instructional designers.
Project ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesTraining & DevelopmentMicrosoft Excel+40

American society for training and development, orange county

Board Member, Communications

Jan 2010 โ€“ Jan 2011 ยท 1 yr

  • Implemented the new astdoc.org website.
  • Managed RFPs from concept to implementation.
  • Developed / distributed weekly eNewsletter marketing campaigns.
  • Developed / distributed quarterly print-based newsletter. (The Orange Spiel.)
  • Provided guidance for website content, marketing and member communications for multiple programs.
  • Developed online training for board members to use technologies for chapter communications.
Project ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesTraining & DevelopmentMicrosoft Excel+16

Realtyu

Director, Online content, learning and community solutions.

May 2007 โ€“ Jan 2009 ยท 1 yr 8 mos

  • Singularly responsible for developing nationwide eLearning programs for real estate professionals. Accountable for program development from concept to implementation. Expertly collaborated with nationwide go-to-market strategies for market rollout.
  • Personally responsible for the development of no less than three high-value training programs integrating online learning, social networking and new media. These programs were designed to innovatively support customer/learners both during and after initial training.
  • Strategic catalyst and project leader to conceptualize, design and implement a "Web 2.0"; upgrade for iSucceed.com, an online subscription-based professional and learning community for real estate professionals.
  • Adept in the use of rapid deployment software to develop new media and eLearning products. These tools include:: Final Cut Studio Suite, Articulate Studio Suite (Engage, Presenter, Quizmaker), Camtasia Studio, Adobe Captivate, Adobe Photoshop.
Project ManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesTraining & DevelopmentMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook+15

Jacobs engineering

Manager, Application Training, Support and Development

Feb 2005 โ€“ May 2007 ยท 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Led the Application Training and Support team for end-users in Procurement and Engineering services.
  • Performed business analysis, process improvement, instructional design and training delivery.
  • Managed direct and indirect reports to implement organizational changes needed to meet business goals, prepare workforce for coming changes and manage the complex organizational and workforce transformations to succeed in a rapidly changing and competitive market.
Project ManagementManagementAudacityLearning StrategiesTraining & DevelopmentMicrosoft Excel+15

Andersen consulting (now accenture) + various high-tech companies

Various roles in Training and Organizational Change Management

Jan 1995 โ€“ Jan 2005 ยท 10 yrs

  • Led organizational change management and training initiatives leading to strategic change for various Fortune 500, as well as several midsize company projects.
  • Helped organizations identify the changes needed to achieve business goals and objectives, prepare workforce for new skills while managing the complex organizational and workforce transformations needed to succeed in a rapidly changing and competitive market.
  • Clients and organizations included:
  • Bell Atlantic
  • GE Capital Financial Service,
  • Marriott International
  • Keane, Inc. (a $1B technology consulting firm)
  • Infogain (a midsize technology consulting boutique)
Project ManagementManagementLearning StrategiesTraining & DevelopmentMicrosoft ExcelCurriculum Development+18

Us navy

Lieutenant / Naval Flight Officer

Jun 1988 โ€“ Mar 1993 ยท 4 yrs 9 mos ยท United States

  • Naval Flight Officer (P-3 Orion aircraft), mission commander, team leader, special programs training manager.
ManagementTraining & DevelopmentTeam LeadershipTraining DeliveryEmployee TrainingLeadership+4

Education

George Mason University โ€“ Costello College of Business

MBA โ€” Business

California State University-Sacramento

BA

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