Manisha Bhalesha – Training and Development Consultant

Whether you're trying to create training for clients or for your internal team, it's tough to get learners to pay attention due to all the distractions, interruptions, and overload of information.

You don't want to settle with low-quality training solutions.

I can help bring your vision to life with my expertise in learner engagement, interactive experiences, and utilization of the latest research on brain-based learning techniques.

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Analyze

Complete the needs assessment questionnaire. Gather relevant data about the training requested. Interview SMEs.

Design and Develop

Update the design document with the learning goals and objectives. Develop a prototype or MVP. Obtain feedback. Iterate as needed.

Implement and Evaluate

Implement the training and gauge knowledge transfer. Evaluate and get feedback from all stakeholders.

Learning and Development Manager

I manage projects and programs for the Data Education Program. The portfolio includes Data Science and Data Literacy courses.

CiscoDec 2022 - Present

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I created project plans, supported ongoing training needs, and built calendars and budgets for projects and programs.

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I collaborated with SMEs and colleagues to understand content, systems, and processes. I also problem-solved difficult client situations and strived to work in a team to accomplish common goals.

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Education Consultant

I helped to launch the start of a new school. I assisted in setting up systems and putting procedures in place.

Aga Khan Council for USAAug 2012 - Apr 2018

Arifa DamaniLearning, Training, and Development Specialist

“Manisha is a diligent, hard-working, and creative educator and training developer. We collaborated on several projects in which we worked with SMEs, created course content, and developed exercises for learners. She has a wonderful blend of both technical skills and interpersonal skills to develop and enhance training programs. Manisha will be a valuable asset to any company! I highly recommend you to consider working with Manisha.”

Sarah DreyerLead Instructional Designer at Data Society

“Manisha makes a strong impression. I had the pleasure of working as her supervisor at Data Society and was always grateful for her warm and genuine demeanor in what was typically a very busy start-up environment. Her combined background in technology and education, along with her willingness and desire to take on a variety of tasks, made her a solid contributor to the successful delivery of the company’s data science courses. She would quickly become an appreciated member of any team.”

Alexis Bell, M.EdTraining and Development Consultant

“Manisha and I worked together as training consultants. She is highly skilled in many areas, such as critical thinking, content creation, and being a team player. She has a wonderful way of articulating her thoughts and ideas and implementing them so that they contribute to the team’s success. In addition to that, Manisha makes members of her team feel valued by listening to their thoughts and ideas. I especially appreciated how she quickly supported and encouraged the ideas that I brought to the table. I highly recommend you to consider working with Manisha.”

Laura GordonLearning Consultant

October 2022
“I just wanted to say thanks for your support as we are working on the fast track trainings. It has been great to work with you to keep these projects moving.”

Project – How to create a to-do list in Notion

Project – Torts Law Course

Storyboard – Recursion

Training Video – Created with Movavi

QRG, Checklist, FAQs

Projects Created with Articulate Storyline 360

Learning Experience Design – LXD

Data Analysis

Web Development Projects

Lesson Plan

Arifa DamaniLearning, Training, and Development Specialist

Sarah DreyerLead Instructional Designer at Data Society

Alexis Bell, M.EdTraining and Development Consultant

Laura GordonLearning Consultant