Megan Kluthe is a highly determined Human Resource professional with expertise in training, needs assessment, facilitation, and personnel administration. She has extensive experience in both corporate and non-profit environments. Currently, she is a Learning Consultant at Prime Therapeutics where she conducts all aspects of training and development including needs assessment, design, implementation, and project management. Previously, she held roles at Regency Beauty Institute and YMCA where she developed training programs and curriculum. Megan holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Development from the University of Minnesota.

1. Megan Kluthe (612) 325-2534 megan.kluthe@gmail.com
Megan Kluthe
307 Ryan Ave. megan.kluthe@gmail.com
St. Paul, MN 55102 (612) 325-2534
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A highly determined and results-oriented Human Resource professional with expertise in training, needs
assessment and design, facilitation, and personnel administration and management. Extensive experience
in corporate profit and non-profit environments, with a significant influence on delivering the best
possible end product for learners.
Articulate training specialist with excellent verbal, written and presentation skills evident by positive
feedbacks and recognition given in the conduct of numerous training programs. Creative and innovative
individual has an eye for process improvement and cost saving measures. Demonstrated initiative that
continually exceeds expectations; open for new challenges that will contribute to an organization’s
mission to achieve quality and excellence.
 Strategic Human Resource Development
 Facilitation Strategies & Methods
 Training Needs Assessment & Analyses
 Organizational Effectiveness Assessment
 Training Design & Development
 Performance Evaluation & Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRIME THERAPEUTICS LLC, EAGAN, MINNESOTA November 2012 – Present
Learning Consultant, Sr. (January 2015 – Present)
 Assume the mentoring/role model responsibility to provide coaching across the department as well as
customers for learning solutions.
 Conduct all elements of training and development following the ADDIE Model, including needs
assessment, design/development, project management, implementation, and vendor management.
 Conduct all aspects of program management including program development, curriculum
development and design, communication planning, vendor management, project documentation,
tracking, and measurement metrics.
 Deliver training using a variety of methods, including coaching, classroom facilitation, personality
assessment, and 360 feedback.
 Consult and research issues relating to engagement, leadership, talent management, and retention to
all levels of the organization, including executive and senior leaders.
 Analyze, develop and update existing programs and materials to enhance and reinforce performance
development, and company or departmental needs.
Learning Consultant (November 2012 – January 2015)
 Skilled in partnering and consulting with Human Resources, various business leaders including
Executives, Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), and Vendors to deliver high-quality training and
developmental programs.
 Facilitate needs assessment with Management and SME’s to determine root cause, identify potential
solutions (training or other), estimate costs of potential solutions, assess long term viability and
estimate hours needs by Learning & Development (L&D), SME’s, and any other impacted
departments to determine appropriate solution.
 Manage and participate in the overall implementation of established solutions resulting from needs
assessments.
 Partnered with peers and Management Staff to design, develop, and implement new and specialty
training modules.

2. Megan Kluthe (612) 325-2534 megan.kluthe@gmail.com
 Designed and delivered Individual Learning Plans (IDP’s) and Competency Models, in collaboration
with each business unit, for multiple operational roles.
 Project Management to successfully deploy training rotations according to established schedules;
manage day to day activities as well as planning logistics on an annual basis.
 Effectively project forecasting needs.
 Collaborated with external vendor to implement SMART Board Technology.
 Articulate in communication planning for Change Management activities to current curriculums or
recommending new modules.
 Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures, Desk Level Procedures, Processes and Training Material
are current and accurate.
 Continually solicit feedback to improve and track progress of learners and coaches through, surveys,
meetings, knowledge checks and pre and post training analysis.
 Effectively developed and deployed Coaching Training.
 Provide ongoing training to classroom facilitation/training to peers and participants.
 Directed strategic efforts to onboard and mentor interns, including creating standard templates for all
documents, processes, and procedures within L&D for ongoing use and consistency.
REGENCY BEAUTY INSTITUTE, BROOKLYN PARK, MINNESOTA January 2011 – November 2012
Instructional Designer (June 2012 – November 2012)
 Managed design and execution of operational plans in accordance with projects’ specifications;
determined potential issues for appropriate resolution, and restructured unproductive processes.
 Collaborated with curriculum specialist and concerned individuals in developing effective programs;
generated ways to meet and exceed goals, and conducted necessary training.
 Prepared detailed completion reports, actively participated in organizations’ meetings, and provided
improvement suggestions; monitored project deadlines, and ensured accuracy of all information.
 Evaluated effectiveness of implemented training, attended design appraisals, and maintained
familiarity on all processes and standards; exhibited ability to communicate with all individuals.
Curriculum Specialist (January 2011 – June 2012)
 Oversaw development and implementation of functional curriculum in collaboration with experts;
generated instructional evaluations, and productively created training materials and presentations.
 Streamlined ineffective procedures, and regularly monitored curriculum ensuring compliance with
state requirements; efficiently operated various application tools to promptly accomplish goals.
 Provided superior support to education team, and managed acquisition of needed documents;
complied with all project strategies and deadlines while consistently ensuring accuracy.
 Developed innovative concepts, managed time wisely to perform other tasks, and exhibited keen
attention to detail; actively participated in regular meetings, and illustrated quick learning skills.
YMCA – METROPOLITAN MINNEAPOLIS & GREATER ST. PAUL, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
June 2006 – September 2010
Human Resources Training & Development Specialist (June 2008 – September 2010)
 Oversaw creation and execution of training curriculum for team members, and analyzed all programs
including current needs to provide suitable solution; mentored and directed over 500 managers.
 Achieved positive feedback from trainees for successful training programs including Hiring the Best
and The First 30 Days Orientation; selected to attend YMCA 2009 Emerging Leaders Program.
 Supported Regional Training Coordinator in 8 regional training events obtaining 500 certified
individuals in YUSA and 25 qualified trainers for YUSA courses; initiated development meetings to
create strategies.
 Evaluated individual productivity of over 700 team members, generated Talent Management System
Training program for more than 500 Hiring Managers, and proficiently conducted training sessions.
 Guaranteed conformance to hiring guidelines, career development, and new personnel orientation
standards; evaluated surveys and negotiations for membership, fitness and childcare departments.

3. Megan Kluthe (612) 325-2534 megan.kluthe@gmail.com
 Recommended process improvement methods as needed, consistently updated training materials, and
exhibited ability to use various application tools; communicated efficiently with various channels.
Human Resources Intern (June 2006 – June 2008)
 Managed implementation of “The First 30 Days Orientation” process, and selected as instructor for
Train-the-trainer course participated by 300 applicants in accordance with set standards.
 Designed and generated modules for facilitators to ensure accuracy, and assisted in executing all
training programs; demonstrated excellent ability to work independently or with groups.
 Conceptualized and developed several training programs including Conflict Management, Change
Management, and Harassment Prevention; logically evaluated effectiveness of all instructional plans.
 Teamed up with Director of Organization Effectiveness in creating effective training programs
including revising materials ensuring quality at all times; timely completed all tasks, and created
needed reports.
EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN, May 2008
Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Development
 Microsoft Office SNAP! Suddenly Smart
Suite (Word, Excel, Moodle SmartBuilder
PowerPoint) Kronos (Talent SignUp4
 Adobe eLearning Management Articulate
Suite System) HTML
 Captivate
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Public Speaking, Persuasion Theory, Intro to Mass Communication, Organizational Communication,
Organizational Development, Introduction to HRD, Facilitation and Meeting Skills, Collective
Bargaining, Technology and Public Ethics, Psychology, Introduction to Computer Applications,
Introduction to Training and Development, Training and Development of Human Resources, Family and
Work Relations, Instructional Methods for Business and Industry (Internet Training), Introduction to
Strategic Planning through Human Resources, Writing to Inform, Convince, and Persuade, Diversity and
Organization Transformation, Compensation, Fundamentals of Management, Principles of Marketing,
Technical and Professional Writing, Profession and Practice of Human Resources Development,
Foundations of Human Resources Development
STRENGTHS
 Advanced delivery skills including
communication, presentation, coaching
and facilitation
 Excellent interpersonal skills
 Proven ability to influence at all levels
of employees, including HR staff and
executive and senior leaders
 Demonstrated knowledge of adult
learning principles, practices, and
procedures, and methodologies
 Ability to manage multiple, complex
projects simultaneously without
compromising quality
 Consulting and influence skills to provide
recommendations and follow up with HR
Business Partners and all Prime leaders as
needed
 Ability to work independently with limited
direction
 Comfortable working in a fast changing and
growing environment
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS
National Association of YMCA Professionals, Board Member/Committee Chair  United Way Campaign
for One YMCA, Co-Chairman  ASTD Member