Forrest A.
About Forrest A.
Forrest A. serves as the Lead Sales Enablement Program Manager at Thomson Reuters, where he focuses on strategy development and process improvement. He has extensive experience in instructional design and sales enablement, having held various roles in multiple organizations over the years.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Forrest A. currently serves as the Lead Sales Enablement Program Manager at Thomson Reuters, a position held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on strategy development and process improvement within sales enablement. His responsibilities include managing remote instructional designers and integrating technology into sales enablement programs, ensuring effective training and support for sales teams.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Forrest A. has a history with Thomson Reuters, having worked as a Sales Enablement Program Manager for 10 months in 2021 and as a Senior Digital Learning Experience Designer from 2016 to 2021 for five years. Additionally, he served as an Instructional Designer (consultant) for two months in 2016. His roles have involved enhancing learning experiences and supporting sales initiatives through effective instructional design.
Education and Expertise
Forrest A. holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Crown College and a Master of Science in Technical Communications from Metropolitan State University. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Bible/Biblical Studies from Minnesota Graduate School of Theology and a Bachelor of Science in Individualized Studies/Communications Management from Charter Oak State College. His educational background supports his expertise in managing cross-cultural relationships and leading global projects.
Career Background
Forrest A.'s career spans various roles in instructional design and writing. He worked as an Instructional Designer at Abbott and Ameriprise Financial Services, and as a Senior Training Specialist at Ecolab. His writing experience includes positions as a Staff Writer and Managing Editor at West Fargo Pioneer and Fargo-Moorhead Magazine, as well as at Southwest News Media. This diverse background contributes to his skills in communication and training.
Skills and Specializations
Forrest A. possesses strong skills in cross-cultural relationship management and consensus building, which are essential for leading global, cross-functional projects. His expertise in integrating technology into sales enablement programs and managing remote teams enhances his effectiveness in his current role. He is adept at strategy development and process improvement, ensuring that sales enablement initiatives align with organizational goals.