Seth Luersen
About Seth Luersen
Seth Luersen serves as the Director of Yugabyte University, focusing on certification, curriculum, education, technical enablement, and training. With extensive experience in curriculum development and project management across various technology companies, he has successfully implemented innovative educational strategies and tools.
Work at Yugabyte
Seth Luersen serves as the Director of Yugabyte University, focusing on certification, curriculum, education, technical enablement, and training. He has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the development of educational programs that align with the company's strategic goals. Luersen spearheaded the creation of university.yugabyte.com, applying adult learning theories and instructional design principles. He has also managed the Launchpad onboarding program to optimize technical enablement. His leadership has led to the launch of six persona-based learning paths, resulting in 18,000 students and 8,000 credentials awarded.
Previous Experience in Education and Training
Prior to his current role, Seth Luersen held several positions in education and training. He worked at Incorta as the Director of Customer Enablement from 2019 to 2021, where he managed certification, curriculum, documentation, and training. Luersen also served as Head of Training, Curriculum, and Certification Programs at SingleStore from 2016 to 2019. His earlier roles included Senior Curriculum Developer at Guidewire Software and Training Program Manager at Sitecore. Throughout these positions, he utilized project management tools and innovative technologies to enhance curriculum development and training operations.
Technical Skills and Tools Utilized
Seth Luersen has employed various project management tools and technologies to streamline curriculum development and training operations. He has utilized Coda and Jira for project management, and AI content generation tools like Synthesia.io to innovate the curriculum process. Additionally, he has implemented learning technologies such as Thinkific, Cloud Shell, Docker, Gitpod, and Instruqt to enhance educational offerings. His expertise in marketing automation includes the use of HubSpot and Zapier to improve educational program outreach.
Educational Background
Seth Luersen studied at the University of California, Santa Cruz, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in European History. He also attended San Francisco State University, achieving a Web Design and Development Certification and completing the Multimedia Studies Program. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in curriculum development and instructional design.
Achievements in Curriculum Development
Seth Luersen has made significant contributions to curriculum development throughout his career. He achieved a 23% reduction in support incidents through the development of comprehensive learning paths and certifications. His efforts in creating structured educational programs have enhanced the learning experience for thousands of students, demonstrating his commitment to effective education and training.