Kaitlin Ferris

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About Kaitlin Ferris

Fueled by connection, curiosity, & a strong cup of coffee…I’m a learning and development leader skilled in building scalable programs, strengthening leadership pipelines, and driving associate growth across diverse environments. I bring 12+ years of experience designing, facilitating, and evaluating training and development experiences that improve performance and help organizations thrive.Currently, I serve as an Associate Development Program Manager on the Associate Experience team at Nelnet, where I focus on supporting associate growth through meaningful learning experiences. I also bring experience from higher education and community leadership as a coach, facilitator, and speaker, and I’m energized by applying these skills in corporate and organizational L&D spaces where people and performance meet.Core Areas of Expertise:• Learning & Development | Leadership Programs | Coaching & Facilitation• Employee Engagement | Program Design | Onboarding & Training• Communication & Relationship Building | Inclusive Culture DevelopmentAs a coach and facilitator, I’ve led 60+ workshops and delivered 250+ hours of individualized coaching across higher education, corporate, nonprofit, and government sectors. My passion is creating learner-centered, results-driven experiences that boost engagement, strengthen leadership pipelines, and align with organizational goals.I’m known for building high-trust, collaborative relationships and equipping individuals and teams to maximize their potential. Whether supporting onboarding, program design, or employee engagement initiatives, I bring a strengths-based approach that fosters growth, connection, and long-term success.