GEM Learning Consultants began with one simple belief: learning should feel good. It should be clear, creative, and crafted with care—not stiff, boring, or trapped in a binder somewhere. What started as a one-woman operation out of necessity of losing a job (thanks COVID) has grown into a small but mighty GEM-pire: a collective of sharp, thoughtful, and wildly talented creatives who love what they do and how they do it. We work hard, we laugh even harder, and we show up for each other—and for our clients—in ways that make this work feel fun and fulfilling. Founded in 2020, GEM specializes in building learning experiences that actually work: the kind that make people feel confident, capable, and excited to grow. We partner primarily with hospitality, retail, and healthcare brands—but our approach adapts beautifully to any industry that values people, culture, and great storytelling. From big-picture learning strategies to bite-sized onboarding tools… from fully built service models to funky little eLearning games… we design with intention, imagination, and just the right touch of weird. No matter the project, our mission stays the same: educate, inspire, and engage through anything-but-boring learning.

Megan Daniele

GEM Learning Consultants began with one simple belief: learning should feel good. It should be clear, creative, and crafted with care—not stiff, boring, or trapped in a binder somewhere. What started as a one-woman operation out of necessity of losing a job (thanks COVID) has grown into a small but mighty GEM-pire: a collective of sharp, thoughtful, and wildly talented creatives who love what they do and how they do it. We work hard, we laugh even harder, and we show up for each other—and for our clients—in ways that make this work feel fun and fulfilling. Founded in 2020, GEM specializes in building learning experiences that actually work: the kind that make people feel confident, capable, and excited to grow. We partner primarily with hospitality, retail, and healthcare brands—but our approach adapts beautifully to any industry that values people, culture, and great storytelling. From big-picture learning strategies to bite-sized onboarding tools… from fully built service models to funky little eLearning games… we design with intention, imagination, and just the right touch of weird. No matter the project, our mission stays the same: educate, inspire, and engage through anything-but-boring learning.

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GEM Learning Consultants began with one simple belief: learning should feel good. It should be clear, creative, and crafted with care—not stiff, boring, or trapped in a binder somewhere. What started as a one-woman operation out of necessity of losing a job (thanks COVID) has grown into a small but mighty GEM-pire: a collective of sharp, thoughtful, and wildly talented creatives who love what they do and how they do it. We work hard, we laugh even harder, and we show up for each other—and for our clients—in ways that make this work feel fun and fulfilling. Founded in 2020, GEM specializes in building learning experiences that actually work: the kind that make people feel confident, capable, and excited to grow. We partner primarily with hospitality, retail, and healthcare brands—but our approach adapts beautifully to any industry that values people, culture, and great storytelling. From big-picture learning strategies to bite-sized onboarding tools… from fully built service models to funky little eLearning games… we design with intention, imagination, and just the right touch of weird. No matter the project, our mission stays the same: educate, inspire, and engage through anything-but-boring learning.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner & Founder at GEM Learning Consultants
May 1, 2020 - Present
Founded GEM Learning Consultants to strategize, design, deploy, and measure client learning programs. Partnered with organizations to translate business goals into instructor-led, paper-based, and digital training, certifications, and gamified solutions; delivered customized curriculums and performance metrics to improve knowledge transfer across levels.
Director of Learning & Development at CraftWorks Holdings
May 1, 2019 - April 30, 2020
Spearheaded analysis, creation, and deployment of skills development for field and executive staff. Led a cross-functional team to evolve development strategy, programs, and projects; partnered with C-suite executives to align learning with business goals; launched on-site and field engagement initiatives to reinforce brand identity.
Manager of Instructional Design at CraftWorks Holdings
August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2019
Designed and deployed over 150 online and in-person learning programs for 15,000+ employees. Drove internal brand communications, reduced turnover, and improved engagement by creating a culture team and launching a brand refresh with new core values.
Global Instructional Designer at DELL INCORPORATED
August 1, 2013 - August 1, 2015
Developed global training modules and instructor-led tools for Magazines.com brand; coordinated cross-functional stakeholders to ensure timely delivery; managed cadence of multiple global learning projects; evaluated program effectiveness to guide continuous improvement.
Technical Training Facilitator at DELL INCORPORATED
May 1, 2011 - August 1, 2013
Delivered high-level technical and skills-based training for new hires and existing staff; managed onboarding for 1,500+ employees; collaborated with cross-functional leaders to create scalable content and robust evaluation methods.
Financial Services Sales Coach at DELL INCORPORATED
May 1, 2009 - May 1, 2011
Coached sales teams to improve performance through targeted training, coaching, and assessment; supported career progression and skill development across consumer financial services.
Consumer Sales Representative at DELL INCORPORATED
September 1, 2007 - May 1, 2009
Provided customer-facing sales support; delivered product training and service-oriented coaching to enhance selling techniques.
Event Coordinator at DELL INCORPORATED
May 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Coordinated events for training and conferences; managed logistics, content planning, and speaker engagement to deliver impactful sessions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication at Middle Tennessee State University
January 11, 2030 - January 2, 2026

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Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet

Experience Level

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