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M.Sc. Learning & Development in Organisations | MBA Human Resources 

Born between cultures, built for connection

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Hi, I'm Vanessa, and here's something you might not know about me..

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With 13 years of experience across Learning & Development, HR, Product, and beyond, I’ve worn many hats (sometimes all at once). From startups, NGOs to global enterprises, I’ve designed learning that engages, inspires and delivers results.

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Growing up as a Third-Culture Kid gave me a unique perspective on the world, one that thrives on curiosity, adaptability, and the power of learning.​ It shaped my passion for Learning & Development, Experience Design, and Performance Consulting, where I help individuals and teams unlock their potential.
 

I believe learning should be engaging, intentional, and designed for impact. With a mix of data-driven insights, creativity, and human-centered design, I craft learning experiences that foster growth, innovation, and connection. Whether it’s through interactive workshops, strategic L&D consulting, or immersive facilitation, my goal is to create learning that sticks and drives real transformation.
 

At the heart of my work is a simple truth:
- Learning fuels innovation
- Human-centered workplaces thrive
- Play, creativity, and design make everything better

How can I support you

I spark creativity, engagement and turn knowledge into learning by crafting effective learning experiences for teams, managers, and subject matter experts - powered by Systems Thinking, Behavioural Science, and Experience Design.

Learning Coach for SMEs

Creative Calling sessions [Workshops/Facilitations]

L&D Comms and Engagement for L&D teams!

Learning & Development (Training) Consulting for Orgs.

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Testimonials

Vanessa is such a passionate human! I've worked with her on several occasions, and she always brings new ideas to the table, apart from her amazing professional ethics. She's never missed a deadline, always comes up with the right questions at the right time, and always made me step up my quality game when necessary! She's also kind, trustworthy, and just a joy to work with! 💜

Lavinia Mehedințu

Co-Founder & Learning Architect @ Offbeat | Learning & Development

Glimpse of what I can do for you
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Good reads:

  1. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective people - Stephen R. Covey

  2. Nudge - Cass R. Sunstein, Richard H. Thaler

  3. Learning how to learn- Barbara Oakley, Terrence Sejnowski

  4. The Culture Map- Erin Meyer

  5. Daring Greatly - Brené Brown

  6. Atomic Habits- James Clear

  7. The Miracle Morning- Hal Elrod

  8. Attitude Is Everything- Jeff Keller

  9. How to stop worrying and start living - Dale Carnegie

  10. The power of the subconscious mind- Joseph Murphy

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