Dr. Ashley Somogyi

Responsible for the development of new eLearning content and training as well as delivery of public speaking on L&D and thought leadership. Operating with a global remit, I provided in-depth training needs analysis, engaging stakeholders and am a central part of the client success process.

Consulted and performed needs analysis for enterprise, developing at-scale global learning programs, from stakeholder interviews to delivery and success management with companies such as KPMG, ArcelorMittal and Avianca

Designed, developed and implemented new global learning initiatives across multiple languages. This led to expansion of partnerships with companies such as McDonalds which netted considerable new revenue for organization

Responsible for strategic stakeholder engagement in pursuit of learning, development and teacher training with Ministries of Education in countries such as Kuwait, Uzbekistan and Vietnam

Developed and created digital learning interventions based on needs analysis and stakeholder interviews

Managed international teams and projects across 7 languages and multiple functions

Stakeholder and developer of new learning programs using authoring tools and LMSs such as Articulate360, LangLayer and digital design for online, blended and F2F instruction

Created new and managed existing learning content for EnglishLive, the world's largest online English language school

Developed thought leadership reports that were published and contributor to global marketing initiatives

Keynote and company representative for international conferences, webinars and training delivered to stakeholders, C-suite and industry leaders reaching audience of 2500+ virtually with physical delivery across the Americas, Europe and Asia

Project manager and developer of learning content including audio and video script writing, filming, and editing for client-driven demands

Oversaw and managed budget actuals, contracts and billing

Responsible for the development of digital literacy skills and multi-year course syllabi across all qualification pathways. Lead and designed creative and innovative learning solutions for all year groups as well as specialized research skills. Additionally, instructed learners in persuasive composition, literary analysis and cross-discipline research.

Facilitated the implementation of digital technologies across the department, including the adoption of research methodologies and online resources

Fostered inter-department collaboration for the achievement of learning outcomes

Assisted with departmental administration of students’ programs of study and counseling on learning, research and digital tools

Worked collaboratively and independently to develop programs of study for oral and written communication exams including pre-GCSE, GCSE, A-Level, and International Baccalaureate

Instructed students in all year groups, with students achieving among the highest marks in penultimate and final years

Company founder and lead editorial consultant, responsible for development of rigorous and subject-specific review processes in order to ensure client learning development. Responsible for ensuring teaching quality and client success. In addition, led private and group tutorials based on client needs.

Designed comprehensive academic revision systems for advanced degree learners to improve learning outcomes

Delivered virtual and F2F 1:1 and group instruction of industry-specific Business English for companies such as HSBC, Santander, Coca-Cola Mexico, Santillana USA and Bosch

Hired, managed and directed staff of subject specialists

Developed and grew accounts in Asian and European markets in both private and corporate sectors

Designed and edited content for businesses entering into English-speaking markets

Helped clients develop professional presentation and communication skills, enabling career transitions, promotions and improvement of public profile

Responsible for all business financials