David Weed has over 25 years of experience providing training in various contexts. He currently works as the Chief Instructor for the Washington State Department of Licensing, where he develops instructor training programs and oversees motorcycle safety instruction across the state. Previously, he managed operations and developed training programs as an instructor at a private motorcycle safety school. He holds a Master's degree and has authored training materials used by many states.

1. DAVID WEED
dw1150gs@gmail.com
206.300.4907
CORE SKILLS
 Conduct professional trainings
o For students, staff, stakeholders, and public
o With focus on student-centered, brain-based adult learning
 Manage teams and oversee operations
 Train trainers and design training programs
o Train trainers and continue their professional development
o Write and maintain course materials and documentation
o Write and produce training videos
o Back-end program maintenance, assessment, and quality assurance
 Master’s Degree in Applied Behavioral Science
EXPERIENCE
Motorcycle Safety Technical Specialist 10/2013 – Present
Washington State Department of Licensing, Olympia, WA
 As the state’s Chief Instructor develop and provide all instructor training, certification,
professional development for all Washington motorcycle safety instructors with heavy emphasis
on use of brain-based Adult Learning Techniques
 Ensure policy and curriculum compliance for state-wide motorcycle safety training conducted
by 13 schools and 200 instructors.
 Conduct quality assurance and analyze data to reinforce best practice models to ensuring
quality training and accurate license testing for Washington students.
 Acting program manager for four months.
 Build effective relationships stakeholders including government agencies, instructors, training
school owners, industry professionals, and public.
 Provide conference presentations and training to stakeholder groups and national
organizations.
 Evaluate motorcycle training curricula for certification in Washington.
 Write and maintain grant requests and technical documentation including Policy and
Procedures Manual, state Motorcycle Operator’s Guide, and Target Zero Plan.
 Write and produce training videos and companion curriculum, such as Training is Everything
and A Second Look, having over 13 million views online and adopted as standard curriculum
by many states and military branches.
Operations Manager/Lead Instructor 10/2010 – 10/2013
Washington Motorcycle Safety Training (WMST), Everett, WA
 Promoted to manage all operations of one of the largest private motorcycle training schools in
Washington.
 Developed and administered instructor professional development with emphasis on adult
learning techniques and brain-based learning.
 Conducted extensive training in both classroom and field environments.
 Built and maintained positive and effective relationships with stakeholders and sponsoring
organizations.

2. DAVIDWEED
 Created and reviewed instructor effectiveness through application of performance measures,
gap analysis, and customer/student feedback.
Psychotherapist 06/2000 – 05/2010
Cascade Center for Counseling, Bellevue, WA
 Administered a successful private psychotherapy practice for over 10 years.
 Provided youth, individual, couple, and family therapy to diverse populations.
 Trained and supervised intern therapists.
 Conducted workshops and training for parents and community members.
 Developed and facilitated training workshops and presentations for staff.
Carpenter 08/1998- 06/2000
Kruse Brothers Construction, Seattle, WA
 Carpenter for general contractor in residential and commercial construction.
Restaurant Manager 08/1993- 08/1998
The Space Needle, Seattle WA
 Hired, trained, and managed staff for nation’s ninth-busiest restaurant.
 Wrote and published all training manuals for restaurant front of house staff on subjects such
as operation of computerized point-of-sale system and guest service procedures.
 Analyzed customer satisfaction data to ensure effectiveness of training program and
procedures.
Division Officer 06/1986- 05/1993
United States Navy, USS Nimitz (CVN-68)
 Trained and lead a division of 120 enlisted personnel in shipboard combat operations and
logistical/supply chain functions.
 Managed department of over 400 while Duty Officer.
 Maintained financial accountability for three million-dollar supply inventory.
 Ensured safety during high risk operations on flight deck, and during underway
replenishment.
 Administered professional development and on-going training activities.
EDUCATION
Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA 06/2000
Masters, Applied Behavioral Science
(Organizational Development, Counseling, Psychology)
Washington State University, Pullman, WA 08/1991
Bachelors, History
CERTIFICATIONS
 Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) Certified RiderCoach Trainer
 Washington State Motorcycle Safety Program (WMSP) Certified Mentor Instructor
 First Aid/CPR Certified