Heather Hughes Lalla
About Heather Hughes Lalla
Heather Hughes Lalla is a Manager of Instructional Design at ArisGlobal, where she has worked since 2021. With over eight years of experience in instructional design and a strong educational background, she focuses on enhancing adult education through experiential learning and Universal Design for Learning principles.
Work at ArisGlobal
Heather Hughes Lalla has served as the Manager of Instructional Design at ArisGlobal since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing effective instructional materials and e-learning courses. Working remotely, she has contributed to the organization's commitment to enhancing training and educational resources.
Education and Expertise
Heather holds a Master of Higher Education from Kaplan University, which she completed from 2011 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix between 2001 and 2003. Additionally, she has a Graduate Certificate in Human Resources from Kaplan University. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in instructional design and adult education.
Background
Heather has over eight years of experience in both corporate and higher education settings. She has worked in various roles, including Instructional Designer at Omnitracs and Implementation Specialist at PeopleNet. Her career includes positions at Mount Washington College, Dartmouth-Hitchcock, and Trimble Transportation, where she focused on training and instructional design.
Professional Experience
Prior to her current role, Heather held several significant positions. She was a Territory Sales Manager at Tempur Sealy International and served as Director of Career Services at Mount Washington College. Her experience also includes working as an Adjunct Professor at the University of New Hampshire and as a Recruiter at Dartmouth-Hitchcock.
Instructional Design and Advocacy
Heather is passionate about implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in her work. She advocates for experiential learning as a method to enhance adult education. Her professional portfolio showcases her expertise in converting instructor-led training into effective e-learning courses, reflecting her commitment to improving educational practices.