Dr. Sara Frost
Learning Strategist | Instructional Designer | Program Evaluator
I design learning solutions that drive measurable business impact. With 10+ years of experience and a Ph.D. in Leadership and Change, I specialize in building scalable learning programs, implementing evidence-based evaluation frameworks, and creating the operational infrastructure that makes learning work at scale.
Recent impact: Grew learning program from zero to 2,500+ participants with 99.5% measurable improvement in key outcomes and 100% positive program ratings.
Featured Work
Co-designed and built a comprehensive 18-hour blended learning program serving 2,500+ educators, contributing significantly to curriculum development while leading evaluation framework design and LMS implementation. Over 4 months, created interactive Storyline elements including scenario-based learning, game mechanics, digital assessments, and multimedia content, while integrating evidence-based research throughout. Built data systems measuring program effectiveness that documented 99.5% improvement in key outcomes.
My Role: Co-designer, Storyline developer, evaluation lead, LMS architect, research integrator
Impact: 2,500+ learners | 18-hour program | 99.5% outcome improvement | IACET accredited
Deliverables: 10+ interactive Storyline elements | Evaluation framework | LMS architecture | Data analytics systems
Redeveloped organizational evaluation system used across 30+ programs serving 2,500+ learners, creating standardized framework while designing custom evaluation for flagship Playmaker University program. Built validated assessment instruments, integrated data ecosystem connecting SurveyMonkey, Salesforce, and Docebo, and established automated KPI dashboards enabling real-time program monitoring. Developed evaluation methodology using research-backed instruments that provided evidence base for funding and drove data-informed improvements, resulting in 25% completion rate increase.
My Role: Lead evaluator | Data systems architect | Assessment designer
Impact: Evaluation system serving 30+ programs | 2,500+ learners | 25% completion increase | Evidence for grant funding
My Role: Solo designer | Facilitator | Content creator
Impact: Multiple audiences served | Conference presentations delivered | 95%+ satisfaction ratings
Featured workshops:
– Optimistic Leadership (Elevate Conference 2022)
– Goodifying the Guild (Program staff development)
– Data Collection Workshop (Program Staff training)
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About
I’m a strategic problem-solver who builds programs, systems, and teams that create measurable impact. Whether designing learning experiences, implementing technology platforms, developing evaluation frameworks, or leading cross-functional initiatives, I bring the rare combination of strategic vision and tactical execution. I don’t just recommend solutions; I build them, measure them, and prove they work. My track record includes growing programs from concept to thousands of participants, achieving documented outcomes that demonstrate real-world effectiveness, and creating scalable infrastructure that turns excellence from aspiration into operational reality.
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