From Accidental Trainer to L&D Pro

Who am I?

Hi, I’m Justin Algera! I’m a learning and development professional, instructional designer, and lifelong learner with 20 years of experience turning complex topics into learning experiences that connect and stick.

I believe learning should feel like a story… something people want to follow, not just another box to check. Along the way, I’ve designed everything from interactive compliance modules to onboarding scavenger hunts, all fueled by creativity, curiosity, and probably too much diet soda.

When I’m not designing learning experiences, you’ll find me chasing finish lines at Disney races, planning my next tropical escape, or testing out the latest tools and tech that make learning (and life) just a little more fun.

Skills

• Instructional Design & Learning Strategy
• Storytelling in Learning
• eLearning Development (Rise 360, Storyline)
• LMS Management & Reporting
• Compliance & Onboarding Program Design
• Leadership Development & Management Training
• Generative AI & Content Creation
• Data Storytelling & Dashboards
• Workday, Axonify, and LXP Integration
• Creative Campaigns & Gamification

Work Experience

With 20 years in L&D, I’ve designed and delivered learning experiences that help people grow, solve real business challenges, and support leaders and teams across the organization. My work includes:

• Developing interactive compliance training modules like “Digital Security and Data Privacy” using Rise 360, designed to simplify complex policies and drive real behavior change
• Creating full-scale onboarding journeys including a new hire virtual scavenger hunt to help associates connect with the business and culture from day one
• Designing and delivering “Management Essentials”, a leadership development program focused on building core skills for new and experienced managers
• Building data-driven reporting dashboards to measure learning impact and completion rates, integrating data from LMS platforms, Workday, and business systems
• Leading creative learning campaigns, including gamified content launches and interactive policy rollouts designed to boost engagement and make learning stick

Whether it’s transforming dry content into memorable experiences or supporting leaders as they grow, I focus on making learning meaningful, accessible, and built to last.

Education

• Full Sail: MS Instructional Design & Technology
• UCF: BS in Exceptional Education