April Kuras
About April Kuras
April Kuras serves as the Head of Learning Operations and Technology at Navistar Inc., where she advocates for adaptability in learning. With a background in IT and experience in various managerial roles, she focuses on enhancing educational strategies through an understanding of psychological motivations.
Current Role at Navistar
April Kuras serves as the Head of Learning Operations and Technology at Navistar Inc, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on integrating technology into learning operations, aiming to enhance educational strategies within the organization. Her leadership is instrumental in promoting effective learning environments that adapt to the needs of employees.
Previous Experience at Navistar
Prior to her current role, April Kuras held several positions at Navistar Inc. She worked as a Manager of Enterprise Collaboration from 2013 to 2014 and later served as Information Systems Manager, Sr. - Salesforce Manager from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was a Performance Innovation Consultant from 2019 to 2022, where she contributed to various initiatives aimed at improving organizational performance.
Career at ThyssenKrupp Presta Danville, LLC
April Kuras began her career at ThyssenKrupp Presta Danville, LLC, where she worked for a total of eight years in various IT roles. She started as a Systems Engineer from 2003 to 2008, then transitioned to SAP Manager for a brief period in 2008-2009, and finally served as IT/SAP Manager from 2009 to 2013. Her experience in these roles provided her with a strong technical foundation.
Education and Expertise
April Kuras earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Illinois State University, completing her studies from 2000 to 2003. Her educational background in computer information systems supports her technical expertise, which she has leveraged throughout her career, particularly in her transition to Learning & Development.
Advocacy for Learning Adaptability
April Kuras advocates for the importance of adaptability in learning. She emphasizes the need for individuals to learn, unlearn, and relearn in a rapidly changing environment. Her passion for understanding the psychological aspects that motivate continuous learning drives her initiatives in enhancing educational strategies within organizations.