Jason Kern
About Jason Kern
Jason Kern serves as the Systems & Operations Lead at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where he has worked since 2020. With a diverse background in instructional design, loss prevention, and public safety, he focuses on enhancing learner engagement and dealer profitability through effective application of learning technologies.
Work at Harley-Davidson
Jason Kern has been serving as the Systems & Operations Lead at Harley-Davidson Motor Company since 2020. In this role, he focuses on maximizing the application and adoption of learning technologies to enhance learner engagement and dealer profitability. He plays a key role in linking system integrations with curriculum development teams at Harley-Davidson University. Prior to his current position, he worked as an Instructional Design Lead and an Instructional Design Project Manager at the same company, contributing to various projects that aimed to improve instructional strategies and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience
Before joining Harley-Davidson, Jason Kern held several positions in various organizations. He worked at Kohl's Department Stores in multiple roles, including Senior Learning Designer, Learning Analyst - Loss Prevention, and Loss Prevention Supervisor. His experience at Target as an Executive Intern in Assets Protection and at Northern Michigan University as a Public Safety and Police Services Dispatcher further diversified his skill set. His extensive background in instructional design and loss prevention has equipped him with a unique perspective on operational systems.
Education and Expertise
Jason Kern earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Northern Michigan University, where he studied from 2005 to 2008. He completed his high school education at Holland Christian High School, achieving his diploma in 2004. His educational background, combined with his diverse professional experiences, has contributed to his expertise in instructional design, curriculum development, and operational systems.
Philosophy of Life-Long Learning
Jason Kern has developed a philosophy of life-long learning, actively seeking to broaden his skills and exercise existing ones. This commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in his diverse roles, which include writer, director, facilitator, curriculum developer, system architect, graphic designer, event planner, and change manager. His focus on learning technologies and engagement strategies demonstrates his dedication to enhancing both personal and organizational growth.