Mike Ruck
About Mike Ruck
Mike Ruck serves as the UK Technical Trainer at Axis Communications since 2015, bringing extensive experience in technical training and product management. He combines technology and art to create engaging learning experiences, utilizing his background in economics and various roles in the telecommunications sector.
Work at Axis Communications
Mike Ruck has been serving as the UK Technical Trainer at Axis Communications since 2015. In this role, he focuses on delivering technical training and support to enhance the skills of professionals in the field. His experience at Axis spans over nine years, during which he has developed and implemented training programs that simplify complex technical concepts for learners.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Axis Communications, Mike Ruck held several positions in different organizations. He worked at AT&T as a Product Manager from 1992 to 1995 and later as a Marketing Communications professional from 1995 to 1996. He also served as a T&D Business Partner/Trainer at Virgin Media Business from 2007 to 2011 and as an L&D Designer at Virgin Media in 2012. Additionally, he began his career as a Management Trainee at Lloyds International from 1983 to 1987.
Education and Academic Background
Mike Ruck studied Economics at the University of Stirling, where he earned a BA (Hons) from 1979 to 1983. He also participated in a one-year exchange program at Georgetown University from 1981 to 1982, further enhancing his academic credentials in the field of Economics.
Training and Development Expertise
Mike Ruck possesses extensive expertise in training and development, utilizing the ADDIE model to create engaging courses. He combines technology and art to make complex technical products more accessible. His skills include scriptwriting for train-the-trainer sessions and working collaboratively with subject-matter experts to enhance the learning experience.
Communication and Engagement Skills
Mike Ruck is skilled in graphical communication, employing techniques such as storyboarding and free-hand graphics to facilitate learning. He effectively engages audiences during training sessions by utilizing rapport, empathy, and humor. His ability to create vivid stories through drawing enhances the overall learning experience for participants.