In this episode of Lead, Learn, Connect, host Alan Krieger sits down with Kate Young, a former English teacher turned Learning & Development Specialist who now leads learning strategy at a manufacturing company. With a deep background in education and a passion for clear, engaging training, Kate shares how she blends creativity, structure, and empathy to meet the diverse needs of a fast-paced, technical workforce.
Kate discusses her journey from public school classrooms to industrial training rooms, her strategies for gaining credibility in a technical environment, and how she uses humor, storytelling, and collaboration with subject matter experts to create buy-in—especially for compliance training. You'll also hear how she tailors her approach to different communication styles and leverages data to advocate for impactful learning.
Whether you're a seasoned trainer or new to the field, Kate’s insights on instructional design, stakeholder engagement, and learner motivation will leave you inspired and better equipped to make your own training programs more effective.

To learn more about Kate:
www.linkedin.com/in/kate-m-young

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