Dean Ahlgren – Learning Experience Designer

Dean Ahlgren

Learning Experience Designer | AI-Enhanced E-Learning Pioneer

I bridge the gap between what technology can do and what your people actually need. I turn messy SME knowledge into launch-ready learning in ½ the usual time.

"Dean has a remarkable ability to bring out the best in his team by expertly curating content to align seamlessly with course objectives."
— Antonio Borja, Director of Industrial Design, Academy of Art University

Trusted by leading organizations

Experience That Scales
Proven Results

40% Faster Onboarding Times Measured across 50+ implementations
95% Average Completion Rate Industry average: 60-70%
200+ Courses Delivered Globally Zero missed deadlines
$2M+ Training Budget Savings Through AI-enhanced development
Dean Ahlgren – Learning Experience Designer

About Dean

What makes my approach different:

  • * Ship 200+ courses on-time, every time – Zero missed deadlines
  • - Built for Scale: Training that works whether you have 50 or 50,000 learners
  • - AI That Adds Value: Using ChatGPT, Claude, and custom tools to cut development time 50%
  • - ROI You Can Measure: Clear metrics, behavior change, business impact

I design training that actually gets used. For over two decades, I've helped Fortune 500 companies, startups, and universities solve their toughest learning challenges—from getting distributed teams up to speed on AI tools to creating compliance training that people actually complete.

My secret? I've been working remotely since 2006, coordinating teams from Seoul to San Francisco. I understand the real challenges of global learning because I've lived them. Now I use AI to scale what works—creating personalized experiences for thousands while maintaining the human touch that drives real behavior change.

Portfolio
Featured Work

Professional E-Learning Courses

Complete learning solutions designed for corporate and educational environments

AI in Action

AI in Action: Building Business Value Through Machine Learning

Understand the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its transformative potential for business operations and strategy.

Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor

Learning Innovation Pods

Quick examples of what's possible with modern learning design

Camera Optics

Camera Optics

Interactive visualization of camera lens principles

Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor
Discover Your Dosha

Discover Your Dosha

Complex health info made accessible—used by 10K+ learners

Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor
The Remote Revolution

The Remote Revolution

See how remote work really impacts productivity

Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor

Core Expertise
What I Deliver

What I Deliver

  • * Training that gets completed (95% average completion rate)
  • * Measurable behavior change (tracked through xAPI)
  • * Global accessibility (WCAG 2.1 compliant)
  • * Fast development (50% quicker using AI tools)

How I Use AI

  • * Cut course development time in half
  • * Create personalized paths for 1000s of learners
  • * Generate realistic practice scenarios
  • * Analyze learning data for continuous improvement

Technology Integration

  • * Articulate 360 (Storyline, Rise)
  • * Brightspace (D2L) and Canvas LMS
  • * Adobe Creative Suite
  • * SCORM compliance and xAPI integration

Why Remote Works With Me

  • * 18+ years coordinating across time zones
  • * Proven processes for async collaboration
  • * Crystal-clear communication
  • * Delivery regardless of location

My Approach
How I Work

Week 1: We identify your real problem (not the one you think you have)

Week 2-3: I create a prototype that proves the solution works

Week 4+: We iterate based on real learner data, not assumptions

Result: Training that drives measurable business outcomes

Ready to Transform Your Learning Strategy?

Stop settling for training that doesn't work. Let's build something your learners will actually use.

Perfect for:

  • * Tech companies that need their teams using AI tools effectively NOW
  • * Organizations tired of "Zoom University" that doesn't engage
  • * Universities ready to compete with modern online learning
  • * Startups that can't afford to onboard slowly

What Clients Say:

"I've had the privilege of working alongside Dean for nearly 14 years, and I can confidently say he is one of the most dedicated professionals I've ever encountered." — Samantha Black, AVP Online Education
"His innovative mindset drives him to explore new tools, research fresh approaches, and develop solutions to improve processes continually." — Missy Feigum, E-Learning Developer/PM
"He excels at meeting individuals where they are, guiding them through the process with compassion, patience, and understanding." — Missy Feigum, E-Learning Developer/PM
"His ability to introduce meaningful innovations to our existing platform helped showcase information effectively and highlight the uniqueness of our program." — Daniel Burt, Director of Sculpture, Academy of Art University

Contact Email: dean@deanahlgren.com

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (Working Globally)

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dean-ahlgren

Shipping learning solutions that work since 2000

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