Amber Rourke
About Amber Rourke
Amber Rourke is a Senior Training Coordinator at Tennant Company and a yoga instructor at Studio 9-to-5 and CorePower Yoga, with extensive experience in training, change management, and culture building. She holds a Master's degree in Education from Capella University and a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from the University of Northern Iowa.
Work at Tennant
Amber Rourke has been serving as a Senior Training Coordinator at Tennant Company since 2021. In this role, she facilitates training programs that focus on diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Rourke utilizes values-guided accountability to align team efforts with the company's mission and vision. She is also experienced in managing comprehensive recruitment and onboarding processes, which aim to enhance employee engagement within the organization.
Current Yoga Instructor Roles
Amber Rourke has been a Yoga Instructor at Studio 9-to-5 since 2017 and at CorePower Yoga since 2018. Both positions are located in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. Her experience in these roles contributes to her ability to promote wellness and mindfulness in her community.
Education and Expertise
Amber Rourke holds a Master of Science in Education with a focus on Training & Performance Improvement from Capella University, which she completed from 2010 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary & Early Childhood Education from the University of Northern Iowa between 1999 and 2001. Her educational background supports her expertise in training and development.
Background in Financial Services
Amber Rourke has a significant background in the financial services industry, having worked at Northwestern Mutual for over a decade. Her roles included Associate Financial Representative from 2006 to 2013, Manager - Operations and Development from 2013 to 2015, and Development Manager from 2015 to 2019. This experience provided her with skills in operations management and development.
Change Management and Culture Building
Amber Rourke has a strong background in change management and culture building within organizations. She is known for being a perceptive communicator and an effective coach in professional settings. Her skills in these areas contribute to her effectiveness in training and development roles.