Ellen Wheat
About Ellen Wheat
Ellen Wheat is the Learning & OD Manager at Ingram Content Group in La Vergne, Tennessee, with extensive experience in training and development across various industries.
Title and Current Position
Ellen Wheat is currently the Learning & OD Manager at Ingram Content Group, located in La Vergne, Tennessee, United States. She has expertise in organizational development and learning management, contributing to the company's training and development initiatives.
Previous Experience at CGS Administrators, LLC
From 2020 to 2022, Ellen Wheat served as the Training and Development Manager at CGS Administrators, LLC in the Nashville Metropolitan Area. During her two-year tenure, she focused on managing and developing training programs.
Career at Genesco Inc.
Ellen Wheat held the role of Training & Development Manager at Genesco Inc. from 2016 to 2020. Over four years in Nashville, TN, she was responsible for overseeing training initiatives and ensuring effective development programs.
Education and Certifications
Ellen Wheat earned a Master of Education in Human Resource Development from Vanderbilt University, Peabody College between 1988 and 1990. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Personnel and Human Resources Management from the University of Tennessee at Martin, completed from 1980 to 1984. Additionally, she is certified in Development Dimensions International (DDI) facilitation, a Certified Behavioral Analyst specializing in DISC assessments, and a Certified Teacher of English as a Second Language (TESL).
Skills and Technical Proficiency
Ellen Wheat is proficient in creating interactive e-learning content using Articulate Storyline, video editing and creating training materials with Camtasia, and conducting virtual training sessions via Adobe Connect, WebEx, and Zoom. She is highly skilled in analyzing learning issues and developing effective solutions, with a deep understanding of training curricula design, delivery, and evaluation. Additionally, she is highly proficient in Microsoft Office and various learning management systems.