Hi, I’m David Rivers, an online learning author and professional services management professional with 30+ years of experience in hi-tech management roles, technical training, instructional design, and delivering professional content online. I have a proven track record of developing clear and engaging online content for clients around the world. I excel at designing and delivering content with a focus on clarity and engaging enthusiasm. I have authored, recorded, and delivered over 200 course for LinkedIn Learning from my own, remote sound booth, and I consistently receive rave reviews from listeners and learners.…

David Rivers

Hi, I’m David Rivers, an online learning author and professional services management professional with 30+ years of experience in hi-tech management roles, technical training, instructional design, and delivering professional content online. I have a proven track record of developing clear and engaging online content for clients around the world. I excel at designing and delivering content with a focus on clarity and engaging enthusiasm. I have authored, recorded, and delivered over 200 course for LinkedIn Learning from my own, remote sound booth, and I consistently receive rave reviews from listeners and learners.…

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Hi, I’m David Rivers, an online learning author and professional services management professional with 30+ years of experience in hi-tech management roles, technical training, instructional design, and delivering professional content online.

I have a proven track record of developing clear and engaging online content for clients around the world. I excel at designing and delivering content with a focus on clarity and engaging enthusiasm. I have authored, recorded, and delivered over 200 course for LinkedIn Learning from my own, remote sound booth, and I consistently receive rave reviews from listeners and learners.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Owner/President at David Rivers Training & Consulting Corp.
June 1, 2007 - Present
Founded and led the company; created proposals to deliver online software training titles to LinkedIn Learning; assessed client needs and authored training programs and materials; recorded online training titles (over 200 to date, over 80 currently live); ensured deadlines for delivery; delivered live online training; designed marketing materials; managed day-to-day operations.
Training Services Manager at Halogen Software, Inc.
February 1, 2004 - June 1, 2007
Led a team of 8 Training Consultants; ensured high-quality Instructor Led training; assessed client needs and designed training programs and materials; expanded revenues through new training offerings; developed and executed the Training Services business plan; grew the training team in line with business growth.
Director of Training Services at Corel Corporation
October 1, 2002 - October 1, 2003
Responsible for 3 teams (Instructor Led Training, Learning Resources/Training and Certification, Web Based Training); primary mandate to support global sales through design and delivery of ILT, On-Line Learning, and Curriculum Development; secondary mandate to maximize revenue through Training Camps and Client/Customer Training; developed relationships with customers and sales teams; performed needs analysis; liaised with VP/SVP; ensured availability of Learning Resources to customers.
Senior Manager of Technology Training at Corel Corporation
December 1, 2000 - October 1, 2002
Led a team of 8 Training Specialists and Web Based Training Specialists; primary mandate to support global sales through design and delivery of ILT and Web Based Training; secondary mandate to maximize revenue through Training Camps and Client/Customer Training; acted as Director of Training Services in the absence of the Director; performed needs analysis and liaised with senior management.
Program Lead - International and North American Sales Training at Corel Corporation
February 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
In charge of all Sales Training internationally and across North America; performed Training Needs Analysis with Sales Management; liaised with Sales Team upper management; designed Training Plan/Schedule/Curriculum; coordinated personnel; delivered Training and/or Demos to Sales Teams/Trainers; evaluated and followed up post course; designed and delivered Corel applications training, scenario training, and Certification training for Corel staff and affiliates globally.
Microcomputer Trainer/Analyst at Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
August 1, 1990 - February 28, 1999
Assessed training needs for hospital administrative staff; coordinated, designed, and delivered microcomputer applications training; produced monthly hospital-wide newsletter; equipped staff with WordPerfect, Microsoft Office, Lotus 1-2-3, dBase III+, Project, and related tools.
Computer Trainer - Continuing Education at Carleton Roman Catholic School Board
September 1, 1994 - April 1, 1997
Delivered computer applications training as part of continuing education programs; utilized a broad set of software and tools to educate staff and students.
Computer Trainer / Technician at Corporation of the City of Ottawa
March 1, 1986 - August 31, 1990
Designed and produced monthly newsletters; delivered microcomputer applications training; provided end-user support and hardware/software assistance.

Education

Diploma, Computer Technology at Control Data Institute - Ottawa, Ontario
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1984
Translation Degree (English, French and German) at Carleton University - Ottawa, Ontario
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1984

Qualifications

Certified bilingual (C,B,A) by Federal Government
January 1, 2004 - December 29, 2025
Certified bilingual by City of Ottawa
January 1, 1990 - December 29, 2025
Algonquin College Management Skills Program
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Train the Trainer Conference - Langevin Sessions
August 1, 1995 - August 1, 1995
Train the Trainer Conference - Lakewood Conferences
October 1, 1993 - October 1, 1993

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Healthcare, Government, Media & Entertainment
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    Authored, recorded, and delivered over 200 online courses to date. Courses recorded remotely at in-home sound booth and delivered to LinkedIn Learning for hosting.

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