Katie Winland
About Katie Winland
Katie Winland is an Instructional Designer at Dialpad, where she has worked since 2021, focusing on developing learning solutions that utilize VoiceAI technology. With a diverse background in instructional design and various roles in companies like Expedia Group and Acquirent, she has built expertise in aligning instructional strategies with modern technology.
Work at Dialpad
Katie Winland has been serving as an Instructional Designer at Dialpad since 2021. In this role, she develops learning and development solutions that utilize Dialpad's VoiceAI technology. She focuses on adapting instructional design strategies to align with the security and scalability features of the Google Cloud Platform. Additionally, she contributes to the integration of Dialpad's communication tools with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office 365, aiming to enhance productivity for users.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Katie Winland held various roles at Expedia Group. She worked as an Instructional Designer from 2019 to 2021 and as a Learning and Development Specialist from 2018 to 2019. She also participated in the President's Apprenticeship Program at Expedia Group from 2017 to 2018. Other notable positions include her time at Acquirent, LLC, where she served as an Account Manager and Mentor, and her role as a Sales Associate at Anthropologie.
Education and Expertise
Katie Winland studied Fine and Studio Arts at Kent State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from 2005 to 2010. She also attended Point Park University, focusing on Psychology in a Non-Degree Program from 2010 to 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in instructional design and learning development, particularly in the context of technology integration.
Background
Katie Winland has a diverse professional background that includes experience in instructional design, sales, and marketing. She has worked in various capacities across multiple organizations, including Whitaker Companies and The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. Her early career included roles that provided her with foundational skills in account management and customer success.