Kirstie Greany

Elucidat Learning & Performance Consultant

Kirstie is an experienced, creative learning and performance consultant who specializes in design strategy and digital experience design. She has over 15 years of experience in the L&D industry and has helped numerous departments create award-winning digital experiences. 

Kirstie specializes in digital and blended solutions, with expertise in best practice prototypes, learning strategy, reviews, and much more. 

Prior to Elucidat, Kirstie worked with some of the biggest names in the training industry including Kineo. 

 

Pioneering DE&I approaches that are anything but tick box

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) is something no learning leader can ignore. If you’re going to change behavior in your organization, you can’t just reach for an off-the-shelf compliance module. That’s why Shola Aminu, Global Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Ogilvy, is putting DE&I front of mind in his organization. Find out how his […]

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Driving continuous learning through in-house expertise

Continuous learning is essential for individuals and organizations to adapt, grow, and thrive. Hear how France Bobet, Global Learning Experience Leader at Finnish tech company Wolt, empowers in-house experts to create impactful learning. France shares insights into their journey towards decentralized learning and a collaborative model, whilst maintaining quality control and scaling the model. Play […]

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Elearning localization: How to internationalize your content

Embracing elearning localization isn’t just a smart move; it’s an absolute game-changer. This dynamic process is your ticket to mastering global audiences effectively. Picture it as your trusty bridge, seamlessly connecting diverse cultures and languages. You might think it’s time-consuming, but skipping elearning localization is a strategic blunder. It can cause your engagement rates to […]

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Developing value-based learning ecosystems

Despite the rapid digital transformation of recent years, learning and development approaches have barely shifted. Hear why Katja Schipperheijn, learning strategist, consultant, author and keynote speaker, thinks we need a new future-focused L&D model. Discover how innovative tech-driven strategies are critical for empowering continuous people-centered learning. Find out why values need to be at the […]

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Using generative AI to free up your L&D team

We’ve all heard about the game changing powers of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). But what does it look like in practice? Angie Elliott, Manager of Sales Enablement and Talent Development at Hormel Foods, shares how she’s using generative AI models to bring back something that we all want and miss: time. Discover how AI is […]

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Demonstrating the value of L&D in a new business landscape

Every organization is unique and will have its own challenges. So how do you take your Learning & Development (L&D) experience and apply it in a completely different sector? Hear how Marina Mologni, Global People Development Manager at Edwards Vacuum, did just this when she made the move from finance to engineering. Find out how […]

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Tackling flatlining business productivity with future focused L&D

While investment in L&D has steadily risen over the years, business productivity has been flatlining. Hear why Simon Gibson, Group Head of Learning & Development at Marks and Spencer, thinks L&D isn’t having the right impact. Find out how understanding your business and getting future-focused will help you correct this situation and show your value. […]

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Top 10 best elearning examples to inspire you in 2023

We support hundreds of elearning projects across all our customers and, if there’s one thing we’ve learned, it’s that each project is unique. Each course has a specific goal and audience that determines the design approach. We’ve rounded up 10 of the best elearning examples – each perfect for different goals and audiences – to give […]

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3 ways to meet learner expectations (examples and video)

A digital experience has around 7 seconds to make an impression; If it doesn’t, people will be gone before you know it. So, how do you grab their attention and keep it? The latest Elucidat digital learning research report that surveyed 600 employees uncovered what learners really want. We explored its key findings in a […]

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Why stories are so important for learning

Why stories are so important for learning, why we shouldn’t be scared of longer-form content, and why you don’t need to be J.K. Rowling to create some magic. In this #DesignersCut video, Kirstie Greany goes behind the scenes of our showcase example to offer up tips and storytelling techniques to help you turn a true […]

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Branded training: why keeping your resources on brand is essential

Branded training is an easy thing for L&D teams to overlook. Between identifying opportunities for training and creating laser-focused learning, the visual side of things can get lost by the wayside. However, implementing branding within your elearning is more important than you may think. Think of how much time and effort your organization puts into […]

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6 inspiring microlearning examples: Inspiration for 2023

With so many jumping on microlearning’s bandwagon, is it the big L&D heist many experts argue – or is promise lurking? As always, it comes down to execution. We’ve shared 6 top microlearning examples and best practice tips to help you hit the mark. What is microlearning? Microlearning is a way of providing short, focused […]

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Developing effective performance management at scale and in any sector

Performance management is critical in every organization – whether it’s a global brand leader or a large academic institute. Hear Liz Lacovara, Director Learning, Change and Organizational Development at Johns Hopkins University, reflect on her shift from corporate to not-for-profit. Find out how the same barriers to managing performance are faced everywhere. Discover how taking […]

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What is SCORM?

When you get involved in creating online learning, you may hear people talk about ‘SCORM versions’ or making sure a course is ‘SCORM compliant’. But what does SCORM actually mean? What is this “Sharable Content Object Reference Model” or SCORM and what are SCORM files? There’s plenty to unpack when it comes to the different […]

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Scorm vs Tin Can (xAPI)

The decision about which content standards to use when producing corporate elearning content will affect the longevity of your content and systems. Whilst SCORM is the most widely used digital learning standard, xAPI opens up a wealth of opportunity for tracking, personalizing and improving learning experiences, so if you’re comparing SCORM vs Tin Can xAPI, […]

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Interactive elearning: everything you need to know

Let’s face it, the days of sitting through stale lectures and drab training materials for hours on end are over. Today’s employees are bored of outdated training programs and need something more exciting to get the learning juices flowing. This is where interactive elearning comes into play. Here, we’ll explore how to make elearning interactive, […]

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Leading L&D into the future with effective change management

Faced with shifting responsibilities and rapid technological advances, L&D need to develop new capabilities at pace. For Lloyd Dean, Management Consultant at PA Consulting, this means more than just making a change. It means leading the way. Hear why he believes it all starts with purpose, not just with tech. Find out how open, honest […]

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Retail staff training for 2023: the ultimate guide

Learning and development in the retail industry has its own unique set of challenges. The modern retail employee needs support on the job. They’re not at a desk. They don’t have much time. They’re faced with constant change. But they still need training and, in this environment, digital retail learning is your best friend. Online […]

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