Manuel Leyva
About Manuel Leyva
Manuel Leyva is a Senior Knowledge Strategist at Validity Inc., where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in instructional design and training program development, having held various roles in the education and technology sectors.
Current Role at Validity Inc.
Manuel Leyva serves as a Senior Knowledge Strategist at Validity Inc., a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on developing knowledge management strategies that enhance organizational learning and improve training effectiveness. His work involves collaborating with various departments to ensure that training programs align with company goals and meet regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at Validity Inc.
Prior to his current role, Leyva worked at Validity Inc. as a Senior Instructional Designer from 2022 to 2024. He was responsible for creating and implementing training programs that adhered to local, federal, and client regulations. Additionally, he served as an Instructional Designer from 2019 to 2024, where he negotiated with training and software providers to enhance educational offerings and bridged internal departments for effective training program planning.
Professional Background in Education
Manuel Leyva has a diverse background in education, having worked as a STEM Educator at HISD from 2005 to 2014. In this role, he contributed to the development of STEM curricula and engaged students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. He also served as the Director of Education at Oro Negro from 2014 to 2018, where he promoted educational agreements with universities for student internships.
Educational Qualifications
Leyva holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering from Universidad Anahuac, which he completed from 1992 to 1996. He also completed his high school education at Colegio Vista Hermosa from 1977 to 1990. His educational background supports his expertise in instructional design and training development.
Bilingual Communication Skills
Manuel Leyva is fluent in both English and Spanish, which allows him to facilitate communication and training in bilingual environments. This skill enhances his ability to reach diverse audiences and ensures that training materials are accessible to all participants.