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I am an "Expert-Vetted" professional – listed in the top 1% of Upwork freelancers with over 60+ completed jobs with 5-star reviews and a client base that loves me. An innovation consultant in the area of learning and development, I have helped my clients design courses that have high completion rates, great reviews, and happy learners who can retain the information longer. The best thing about working with me is that I can help you through the entire lifecycle of your course from figuring out the learner needs, creating an outline, content creation including scripts, and visual materials, and developing a strategy to sell your course. I am an innovation consultant within the area of learning and development. I can help you with the complete lifecycle of your learning development projects from brainstorming and outlines to setting up the LMS and launch. For the past 7 years, I have been running First Loop where I help clients solve problems through different innovation training and workshops. I have a master's in Innovation Management from KTH, one of the top technical universities in the world. I believe in the principles of working in loops of continuous improvements through hypothesis, experimentation, learning, and execution. One of my biggest strengths that my clients love me for is being a problem solver and always being there to help and provide assistance to them when needed and with whatever they need. I love working on new projects and making sure to see them to success. Communication is a key part of my relations with my clients and I love to make long-term working relations with my clients. Are you working on an interesting project or just need to brainstorm? Hit the message button and let's have a chat.

Experienced, honest and reliable virtual event producer and manager. I've been hosting educational events and classes on Zoom since 2016 for international clients. Over the past 10 years, our work has evolved from an educational focus to a production focus and now we are proud to produce professional, engaging and trouble-free events on our client's behalf. Current clients include the IMF, ExxonMobil and the World Bank together with partners such as Kotler Marketing Group and CMPartners. We have a very well equipped home office, so we're sure to be able to cover all of your technical needs. I also have great co-producers (also on UpWork) available to assist as tech support or as moderator on larger projects as needed. I'm sure we can contribute to your company's success and can help you to have a great virtual event experience! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to arrange a free 15-minute consultation about your project. Thank you for your interest. Michelle Nicholson-Greco

I'm a bilingual Harvard-, Johns Hopkins- and Northwestern-trained clinical psychologist-turned-entrepreneur with over a decade of clinical, professional, research and entrepreneurial experience. I am also a survivor of an abduction that nearly ended my life in 2016. Since then, I've come full circle and now empower others to build resilience while living a meaningful life through my work and speaking engagements. Roles that Align with My Expertise: - Organizational & tech consultant - Program curriculum developer - Medical writer & senior editor - Expert workshop facilitator - Mindfulness instructor - Instructional designer - Keynote speaker - Content creator - Mindset coach - Data analyst - Researcher Areas of Expertise: Mindset Assessment & Transformation | Stress Management | Mindfulness | Values Alignment | Resilience Building | Self-Compassion | Accountability | Peak Performance | Mind-Body Connection | Behavioral Change | Team Cohesion & Engagement | Workplace Psychology | Latino Mental Health | Trauma Recovery | Dissertation Guidance | Research Services Offered: - Strategy consultation for mental wellness initiatives - Consultation for tech startups in psychology - Guidance w/curriculum & program design - Corporate & team mindfulness programs - Seminar sessions & workshops - Half-day & multi-day retreats - Psychology-based research - Speaking engagements - 1:1 & group coaching - Writing & Editing Experience: I was trained as a clinical psychologist and was a bilingual therapist, testing specialist and workshop facilitator for 13 years. I now own a psychological consulting firm where I work with executives, teams, founders, entrepreneurs and high achievers. I've designed & led over 1,000 workshops, webinars, and multi-week programs to individuals, teams, and leaders across academic, medical, government, private, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. I have 10+ years experience in developing, facilitating, and evaluating high-value workshops and programs that are interactive, impactful, insightful & based in science. I currently teach @Harvard CHA Center for Mindfulness as a mindfulness instructor and consultant. I was also a SaaS tech startup cofounder, COO and Chief Science Officer for 2.5 yrs. I co-built the company from the ground up, and my work focused most on developing a psychologically-based product with special emphasis on data analysis, deep customer insight analyses, and building the psychological framework for the product. We were accepted into 2 highly competitive accelerator programs, Google for Startups VHLX and Blue Startups. Throughout my masters, doctoral and postdoctoral career spanning 13 years I consistently worked as an academic researcher & writer. Most recently I was part of the clinical research team and presented a poster at Harvard Psychiatric Research Day & Mysell Lecture. Education: - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mindfulness & Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration, Harvard Medical School - Postdoctorate specializations in trauma-informed mindfulness, mindfulness-based therapy, and program leadership, Harvard Medical School, Cambridge Health Alliance - Triple certifications in mindfulness instruction, Harvard Medical School, The Institute for Meditation & Psychotherapy, and the Centre for Mindfulness Studies - Psy.D in Clinical Psychology, Adler University - Doctoral Specializations in Adult Workshop Design/Facilitation/Evaluation, Mindfulness, and Stress Management, Northwestern University - APA-Accredited Doctoral Internships in Health Psychology, Johns Hopkins University, University of Colorado Boulder - M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Adler School of Professional Psychology - Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Minor in Communication, Loyola University What You Can Expect: My work is driven by a passion for empowering others to build resilience while living a meaningful life. You can expect open communication, high quality work, and collaboration! I look forward to meeting you and collaborating! Send me a message to get started!

I have been working in instructional design and training for over 12 years now. I have worked in higher education and currently work in a training setting for a healthcare organization. In my experience, I have written content to align with objectives, as well as develop materials such as presentations, elearning courses, and instructional aides. In addition, I have been a faculty member for various institutions for the past 5 years teaching in psychology and human services (online and in-person).

Highly skilled training associate with a commitment and passion for learning and technology, and proven success in applying educational theories and methodologies to design, develop, and deliver successful training initiatives and integrate instructional technology to provide onsite and virtual training. Skilled in performing end-to-end development of instructional content; reviewing, analyzing and participating in the development of curriculum; promoting a learning culture within the organization; and leveraging learning solutions to achieve education goals. Dynamic communicator with excellent presentation skills, able to translate complex concepts into understandable terms using creative teaching methods. Experienced in client engagement, project coordination, system deployment, training and support, documentation, technical troubleshooting, software development, SQL, ticketing system, Windows server, HTML, CSS, Javascript, problem-solving, computer and IT experience, work

With over a decade of experience in education and a Master’s in Learning Experience Design & Educational Technology, I specialize in crafting learning experiences that are engaging, inclusive, and results-driven. I’ve led instructional design projects, built curriculum from the ground up, and facilitated virtual training for both educators and professionals. Whether you need a polished eLearning module, a data-informed training plan, or revamped instructional content, I bring a thoughtful, learner-centered approach that balances creativity with strategy. I’m passionate about using the right tools, like Rise 360, Canva, Google Suite, and learning analytics, to design accessible content that supports all learners. My background spans classrooms, PD sessions, and corporate environments, and I thrive on collaborating with stakeholders to develop scalable, high-impact solutions. Let’s work together to turn your goals into meaningful learning experiences. Key Skills: Instructional Design | eLearning Development | Curriculum Design Virtual Training | LMS Platforms | Learning Analytics | UDL & UX for Learning | Adult Learning Theory | ILT & Asynchronous Training | Knowledge Base Creation | Content Optimization