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I’m Dr. Carrie Graham, Adult Learning  Strategist and Consultant. I bring 28 years experience, PhD in adult & workplace learning, a collaborative approach (so you can plan confidently in the future), and a belief that your program is unique and deserves a unique approach to development. I help small & midsize business owners build training programs that exceed desired results
Carrie led a powerful session on effective teams at Columbia Business School’s Justice Through Code. Her dynamic, engaging style instantly captured attention, and she effortlessly created a space that was both supportive and growth-driven. Even the most skeptical tech professionals were collaborating by the end—proof of Carrie’s incredible ability to inspire real change

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KEYNote 1

The Training Architecture Revolution: How to Build Learning Systems That Drive 3xHigher Employee Performance and 67% Better Retention

Most companies waste millions on training programs that employees forget within 72 hours. Your team sits through sessions, nods along, then returns to work unchanged. Meanwhile, your competitors are building learning architectures that create unstoppable, continuously improving teams.

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The person-focused methodology that transforms scattered training efforts into a scalable, high-impact learning ecosystem that actually changes behavior and drives business results.

Stop throwing training at problems and start building training architecture that nurtures talent, accelerates performance, and creates the high-performing culture your organization needs to dominate your market.

Audience Takeaways

Replace one-size-fits-all training with personalized learning journeys that resonate with each team member

Create training systems that scale from 10 to 10,000 employees without losing effectiveness

Build learning experiences so engaging that employees actually ask for more

Establish measurable training ROI that turns L&D from cost center to profit driver

Develop teams that don't just meet expectations, they consistently exceed them


Can be delivered as

Keynotes | Presentations | Workshops | Panels | Virtual Events

The 3-Step Training Architecture Framework:

1

Foundation Phase

Design learning experiences around how your specific people learn andwhat motivates them

2

Integration Phase

Create scalable systems that seamlessly blend with daily workflows and real-world application

3

Amplification Phase

Build feedback loops that ensure knowledge sticks, skills develop, and performance soars

KEYNote 2

The Master Facilitator Method: How to Transform Any Training Into a High-Impact, Results-Driven Experience That Drives Real Behavior Change

The proven system for turning ordinary trainers into influential learning leaders who command attention, overcome resistance, and deliver measurable outcomes—whethercoaching one executive or presenting to 1,000.

This isn't about basic presentation skills or generic training techniques. This is the advanced facilitator's toolkit for creating transformational learning experiences that executives remember, implement, and champion.

Participants will leave with the confidence and concrete skills to facilitate training that produces measurable behavior change and business results—or they'll know exactly what's missing from their current approach.

Audience Takeaways

Master the psychology of adult learning to ensure knowledge sticks and gets applied

Deploy the "ERA framework that keeps even the most skeptical audiences fully invested

Handle disruptive participants, resistance, and challenging scenarios with confidence and authority

Use methods that creates immediate behavioral shifts, not just awareness

Build executive presence and credibility that positions you as the go-to learning authority in your organization

This program is perfect for Executives and Leaders:

Learning and development professionals
internal trainers
managers who lead training initiatives
consultants,
Anyone responsible for developing others who wants to move from "information delivery" to "transformation catalyst


Can be delivered as

Keynotes | Presentations | Workshops | Panels | Virtual Events

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My clients are developing trainings that change lives.

Nina Walker
President
Carrie’s leadership of our DEI committee has been nothing short of transformational. Her organization, mentorship, and vision turned a new initiative into a model other states want to follow. She brings out the best in people and isn’t afraid to take on new challenges—our association is stronger because of her
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Dr. Ashley Long, ATC, CBIS
PhD, CBIS, Owner
Dr. Graham is one of the most effective speakers we've hosted. Her session on Workplace Incivility was thoughtful, engaging, and highly rated by attendees. She creates a safe space for open discussion and delivers sensitive topics with care and professionalism. I highly recommend her for any organization.
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Anonymous
Director of Client Services & Executive Coach
Carrie’s warmth, flexibility, and deep understanding of adult learning made her virtual Presentation Skills training a standout. She quickly aligned with our facilitation style and delivered a session that was practical, engaging, and well-received by our client. We’d gladly work with her again.

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ABOut me

Dr. Carrie Graham

I’m an Adult Learning  Strategist and Consultant. I bring 28 years experience, PhD in adult & workplace learning, a collaborative approach (so you can plan confidently in the future), and a belief that your program is unique and deserves a unique approach to development. I help small & midsize business owners build training programs that exceed desired results.

As an African American woman, I understand that ‘one-size-does-not-fit-all‘ and every business deserves customized solutions.  

My 3-part “ERA Training Method” helps clients stimulate audience engagement, information retention, and long-term skills application

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