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Ilanna S. Mandel, M.A.

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I am Ilanna S. Mandel, a learning strategist and instructional designer with over 10 years designing scalable instructional solutions for healthcare, education, and digital startups.

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I am Ilanna S. Mandel, a learning strategist and instructional designer with over 10 years designing scalable instructional solutions for healthcare, education, and digital startups. I design eLearning, in-person, and blended learning solutions, and I am proficient in synchronous and asynchronous formats. I specialize in using Articulate Storyline and Rise to create engaging learning experiences.

I partner with cross-functional teams across healthcare, education, and corporate sectors to deliver learner-centered content that boosts retention and performance. Highlights include leading a 13-year partnership at Sober Systems to develop 40+ NAADAC-certified recovery coach programs, increasing user engagement at ReadyBe Digital Health App, and revamping sales training for Volkswagen UK and BMW US to improve productivity and customer satisfaction.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Software & Internet
  • Non-Profit Organization

Work experience· 10 roles

UX and Lead Instructional Designer · ReadyBe Digital Health AppJan 2020 – Jan 2025 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Defined content strategy across multiple platforms, increasing engagement by 50%. Designed, implemented, and monitored user surveys with an 89% approval rating. Created a social media marketing strategy and an accompanying eLearning course.

Instructional Designer · BMW U.S.Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 · 1 mo

Redesigned the company’s interactive eLearning training program to improve customer experience with sales and managerial staff across the US with a success rate of 75%.

Instructional Designer · Volkswagen U.K.Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 · 1 mo

Revamped sales training curriculum and leadership manuals for digital delivery, resulting in a 27% increase in sales team productivity and a 33% improvement in customer satisfaction scores within six months.

Instructional Designer · The Addictions AcademyJan 2018 – Jan 2018 · 1 mo
Instructional Designer · CCPC GlobalJan 2017 – Jan 2017 · 1 mo
Instructional Designer · Private Client – Carol Soares, M.S.W.Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 · 1 mo
Instructional Designer · Centre for Addiction and Mental HealthJan 2016 – Jan 2016 · 1 mo
Instructional Designer · APass EducationJan 2013 – Jan 2015 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

Master of Arts · University of California, Berkeley2025
Specialized Honours B.A. · York University, Toronto2030 – 2025
M.A., Adult Education and Training · University of California, Berkeley2030 – 2025
Rehabilitation Counselling (200 hours) · Dean Powers and Associates, Vancouver, B.C.2000 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 7

Post-Graduate Training: AI in Learning Design2020 – 2025
UX Strategy for Learning Platforms2017 – 2025
Remote Facilitation & Engagement2012 – 2025
Rehabilitation Counselling Training (200 hours)2000 – 2025

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