Laurie Mc Kenna
About Laurie Mc Kenna
Laurie McKenna is a Senior Training Development Specialist at The Hillman Group, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in training and development at SPSS and IBM, she excels in creating and delivering training courses and E-learning content.
Current Role at The Hillman Group
Laurie Mc Kenna serves as the Senior Training Development Specialist at The Hillman Group, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for creating and delivering live training courses. Her focus is on developing onboarding procedures and E-learning demonstrations for the entire company. She utilizes various tools, including iSpring, Storyline, Adobe Premier, and SmarterU LMS, to enhance the training experience.
Previous Experience at SPSS and IBM
Laurie Mc Kenna has extensive experience in the software and training sectors, having worked at SPSS and IBM. She was employed as a Regional Technical Support Manager at SPSS from 2000 to 2005, before transitioning to IBM following its acquisition of SPSS in November 2009. From 2005 to 2013, she held the position of Senior Software Product & Training Professional at IBM. Additionally, she worked as a Training and Development Specialist at IBM from 2013 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Laurie Mc Kenna earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Eastern Illinois University. Her educational background supports her expertise in training development and marketing research. She is proficient in using various marketing research software, including Quantum, Quanvert, and Survey Reporter, which enhances her capabilities in training and development.
Training Development Skills
Laurie Mc Kenna is recognized for her superior presentation skills and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. These attributes contribute to her effectiveness in creating engaging training programs. She specializes in developing E-learning content and utilizes the iSpring tool to create instructional videos, ensuring that training materials are accessible and informative for employees.