Organizational Change Management & Instructional Design

I have a very particular set of skills.

Skills acquired and refined over my 25+ year career—
interwoven with rare, integral character traits—
make me exactly who you've been looking for.

Immerse
Learn the domain deeply
Identify
Find gaps & opportunities
Ideate
Creative solutioning
Collaborate
Align & refine together
Build
Prototype, test, deliver

Skills can be taught. Character and work ethic can't.

I lead through influence, not org charts. Servant Leadership. My entrepreneurial background makes me think like a CEOpeople first, performance follows. I build environments where there is shared understanding, teams feel safe to take initiative and ask "What's next?" instead of "Who failed?" I build systems that free teams from monotony so they can ideate, and create.

I dig in, ramp up quickly, and keep building. A growth mindset.

What I Bring

Core Identity

Values are verbs, not nouns. It's not what we say—it's what we do consistently. Actions reveal character.

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How I Think

I see patterns others miss. Every problem is a system waiting to be understood—then optimized.

Pattern Recognition Systems Thinking Curiosity First
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How I Lead

People first, performance follows. I build environments where teams feel safe to take initiative.

Servant Leadership Circle of Safety Courageous Honesty
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How I Build

Same process, any domain. Automate the monotony so teams can dream and create.

Repeatable Process Abundance Mindset Freedom to Create

Case Studies

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$521K
Grants
Grants Secured
Workforce development
72%
Hired
First Cohort Hired
XactechED graduates
90%
Auto
Automation
Healthcare billing
500+
Devices
Devices Managed
K-8 technology
Founder & AI-Augmented Developer · Fortael 2025–Present

Health Intelligence Platform

Designing and developing a family-first health intelligence platform using AI-augmented development. Built with Claude Code, Claude Projects, and parallel agentic AI workflows — includes an integrated LMS designed using instructional design methodology.

AI-Augmented Build Integrated LMS
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UX Designer / Developer · Healthcare Consulting 2025

Healthcare Operations Dashboard

Designed and built a real-time surgery room utilization dashboard for a multi-hospital health system. Replaced quarterly reporting with live visibility.

15+ Features Beyond Scope Real-Time Analytics
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Training Manager · Xactware 2014–2015

Workforce Development Program

Conceived and launched a statewide coding education program. Built the XactechED brand and delivered presentations to the Governor's Committee.

$200K Grant Secured Industry / Education
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IT Consultant / Co-founder · Resolute Services 2008–2012

Healthcare Process Automation

Co-founded a healthcare IT company. Immersed in every role from billing to clinical to build targeted solutions—achieving 90% automation of billing and payroll.

90% Automation 50% Time Saved
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Instructional Designer / Co-founder · Arizona Esthetics Institute 2003–2004

Trade School Program

Co-founded a state-approved esthetics trade school. Developed curriculum meeting Arizona licensing requirements.

State-Approved School Partnerships
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Computer Lab Manager · Palmview K-8 2021–2022

Technology Documentation

Managed technology operations for 500+ devices. Built a knowledge base and created quick-reference guides.

500+ Devices Knowledge Base
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Co-founder / Marketing · Gardner Chiropractic 1997–2004

Marketing, Sales & Community Outreach

Organized community events featuring pro athletes, secured a trucking company contract, and established a partnership with a local football program.

Trucking Contract Community Events
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What Others Say

Over 20 years of professional references—from Senior Engineers and VPs to Directors and Professors—all telling the same story.

"Her empathy and human connection are effortless as she quickly builds rapport and trust through sincere and honest communication. When she feels safe and supported, you will get all of her—all of her talents, productivity, loyalty, compassion, tenacity, and drive."

Mike Saavedra
Senior Java Engineer · 2023

"In just one year, Christie advanced from Quality Assurance Analyst to Training Manager, where she designed and launched the MTECH Web Development program—a proprietary curriculum that secured a $200,000 UCAP grant."

Timothy Harrison
Technical Project Manager, MNTN · 2025

"Christie is one of the most adaptable, resourceful, and collaborative colleagues I have ever worked with. What sets her apart is her combination of strong technical acumen with equally strong interpersonal skills."

Paris Baird
Chief Client Relations Officer, SkyVantage · 2025

"I still marvel at Christie's talents for learning, vision for organization and never-endingly finding the most creative, well supported solutions quickly, when others are often left reeling in doubt. She is a woman of conviction, vision, dedication and strength."

Kuulei Hanamaikai
Director of Search, thomasarts · 2020

"Christie was quick to assess a process of customer engagement and create a map for our Marketing group. She was excellent about working to add value with minimal direction."

Jeremy Meredith
Senior VP of Information Technology, Xyngular · 2020

"Christie works hard and strives to succeed with all projects she is handed. In the time we worked together we challenged each other to make the best decisions for our teams and our products."

Dave Armstrong
Product Manager, Alianza · 2020

"Christie is the type of person that if you give her an impossible task, she will have it done quickly and efficiently, then ask for another."

Brett Barker
Training Manager, Verisk · 2015

"There aren't many people I have encountered who have had as much impact in as short of a time as Christie had here. She is a very driven, passionate person."

Kevin Carpenter
QA Manager, Xactware · 2015

"Her background in managing companies and in software development formed a synergy that made her extremely effective. As a leader, she inspires and uplifts those around her to greatness."

Tim Harrison
Project Manager, Verisk · 2015

"She has an unsurprised drive to deliver well-thought-out results, and any organization would benefit from what she brings to the table."

Kevin Overstreet
Product Manager, Beatport · 2020

"I respected the way she met challenges head on. If there were problems that other team members had disregarded or ignored she would bring them back to the table for another review."

Matthew Kern
Technical Product Manager, Weave HQ · 2020

"Christie is tenacious and driven to make improvements. She also has a nice background in tech that developers and IT teams will notice and trust."

Steve Gordon
Sr Director App Engineering, Xyngular · 2020

"She has a talent for evaluating situations and determining the best course of action. She is willing to do what is right for the company regardless of the ramifications."

Derek Caswell
Software Developer, Younique · 2017

"She had a big impact on the growth of my business. She would arrive to work with fresh ideas on how to improve the campaigns. The majority of the time her ideas worked."

Jerry West
Keynote Speaker, Affiliate Marketer · 2017

"Christine is an extremely bright and ambitious person with a flair for creative solutions to complex problems."

Leonard Jenkins
Employment Counselor, Utah DWS · 2015

"She is as good as anyone at mapping out a vision or strategy and the first to be at the front lines doing whatever work is needed."

David Nelson
Marketing Manager, Xactware · 2015

"Christine has wonderful vision and is truly concerned about how she affects people around her."

Lisa Birch
Director, MATC · 2015

"Christine ensures that she is as well-equipped for success as possible, but also that those around her are similarly able to fulfill their maximum potential."

Christopher Stevenson
Lead Developer, Xactware · 2015

"Christine has attitude, charm, and drive coupled with her experience in the field. She is definitely a formidable force."

Mark-Anthony Torrocha
Director of Operations, CultureForce · 2014

"Christine displayed outstanding aptitude, insight, and managerial talent. She is well-organized, has first-rate administrative skills, and strives to do everything with excellence."

Dr. Don G. Schley, PMP
Director PM Programs, Colorado Technical University · 2008

"The combination of a strong self-starter and an excellent team player combined in one individual is, from my perspective, a rarity."

Bob Walsh
Dept. Chair, UVU · 2008

"She is very personable and honest... knowledgeable about business and what makes them succeed."

J.D. Davidson
Professor, UVU · 2008

"Not only did Christie improve my service department, but she went a step further and realized that the company as a whole was in need of a program that would train and provide technicians."

Russell Hunt
Service Manager, Camping World · 2008

"Christie took charge in her role as Office Manager and helped tremendously in organizing and running her department. She is smart, organized, efficient, extremely competent, and highly energetic."

Steve Winters
Sr. Account Executive, Total Computing Solutions · 2007

Skills & Tools

Change Management

  • Change Strategy
  • Stakeholder Analysis
  • Impact Assessment
  • Adoption Metrics
  • Training Delivery
  • User Feedback Loops
  • Journey Mapping
  • Customer Journey Mapping
  • Business Requirements Docs
  • RFP/RFG Writing

Tools & Platforms

  • Claude Code
  • Claude Projects
  • Claude Desktop
  • Confluence / JIRA
  • Microsoft 365
  • GitHub Pages
  • Google Analytics
  • Formspree
  • Vendor Management
  • Budget Management

Technical Skills

  • AI-Augmented Development
  • LMS Architecture
  • Full-Stack Application Design
  • HTML / CSS / JavaScript
  • Data Visualization
  • LMS Administration
  • Business Systems Integration
  • Requirements Analysis
  • QA Testing
  • Custom Software Design

Content Creation

  • Curriculum Design
  • LMS Content Design
  • Copywriting
  • Technical Writing
  • Articulate 360
  • Figma (UX/UI)
  • React Development

Education

University of Central Florida
Master of Arts, Instructional Design & Technology
Beginning January 2026
Spring 2026 Courses
EME 6613 - Instructional Systems Design EME 6507 - Multimedia for Ed & Training EME 6607 - Planned Change in Instructional Technology
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies
December 2025
Relevant Coursework
Writing for Technical Professionals Writing in Digital Environments Contemporary Issues in Leadership Medical Terminology Principles of Statistics
Western Governors University
IT Business Management (Transfer Credits)
2013–2018
Key Courses
Project Management IT Management Concepts Organizational Behavior & Leadership Information Systems Management
Utah Valley University
Business Management / Entrepreneurship (Transfer Credits)
2002–2008
Key Courses
Entrepreneurship Principles of Marketing Principles of Leadership Public Speaking
Additional Training
Professional Certificates & Intensive Programs
Various
Programs Completed
Georgia Tech UX Design Intensive (9-month certificate program: User Research, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Group Projects) V School Full-Stack Development (Python, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Node.js Backend) UVU Digital Marketing Bootcamp Colorado Technical University IT Courses
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