I am Esther Schwitz, a learning strategist and instructional design leader with 18+ years shaping medical technology education. I turn complex clinical and technical content into accessible, scalable learning experiences across global teams, leveraging blended formats, simulations, and digital platforms to drive measurable outcomes. I excel in cross-cultural environments, building high-performing, inclusive teams and guiding stakeholder engagement from regulatory alignment to program delivery. My passion is turning strategy into practice— delivering standardized onboarding and ongoing development that elevates education quality and impact.

Esther Schwitz

I am Esther Schwitz, a learning strategist and instructional design leader with 18+ years shaping medical technology education. I turn complex clinical and technical content into accessible, scalable learning experiences across global teams, leveraging blended formats, simulations, and digital platforms to drive measurable outcomes. I excel in cross-cultural environments, building high-performing, inclusive teams and guiding stakeholder engagement from regulatory alignment to program delivery. My passion is turning strategy into practice— delivering standardized onboarding and ongoing development that elevates education quality and impact.

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I am Esther Schwitz, a learning strategist and instructional design leader with 18+ years shaping medical technology education. I turn complex clinical and technical content into accessible, scalable learning experiences across global teams, leveraging blended formats, simulations, and digital platforms to drive measurable outcomes.
I excel in cross-cultural environments, building high-performing, inclusive teams and guiding stakeholder engagement from regulatory alignment to program delivery. My passion is turning strategy into practice— delivering standardized onboarding and ongoing development that elevates education quality and impact.

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Experience Level

Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Portuguese
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Education Manager at Medtronic International Trading Sàrl
June 1, 2023 - Present
Led strategic education initiatives for global Medtronic operations, overseeing development and delivery of high-risk training programs, stakeholder onboarding, and capability development across regions with emphasis on regulatory compliance and impact evaluation.
Education Manager – EMEA Region at Medtronic International Trading Sàrl
June 1, 2016 - May 1, 2023
Directed education strategy for Europe, Middle East and Africa, collaborating with regulatory and clinical teams to deliver blended learning programs, ensure quality and compliance, and scale learning across multiple markets.
Education Specialist at Medtronic International Trading Sàrl
May 1, 2006 - May 1, 2016
Designed and delivered educational content, led stakeholder engagement, and onboarded faculty to strengthen educational delivery and program credibility across regions.
Education Professional at Guidant
March 1, 2001 - April 1, 2006
Early career education-related role contributing to training and development within the organization.

Education

BSc in Educational Science at FernUniversität in Hagen, Germany
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Diploma in Economics and Business Administration at FernUniversität in Hagen, Germany
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Mittelschule at Aarau, Switzerland
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026

Qualifications

Certified DISCflex Coach
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026
Indaba Building High Performing Teams
January 11, 2030 - February 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services