Tony Bleything

Tony Bleything Milwaukee, WI 53212-•- • linkedin.com/in/tonybleything/ Qualifications Summary Instructional design consultant with advanced education in adult learning theory, and experience in eLearning course design, faculty development, educational technology application, and leadership development. Relationship Development: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with leaders, subordinates, and subject matter experts. Engaging presenter and skilled written communicator with proven ability to establish and cultivate successful organizational and educational programs throughout diverse communities. Consulting: Highly organized with combination of technical and educational expertise to guide leaders through the process of developing and implementing complex goals and objectives across dynamic platforms and environments. Key Strengths: Finely tuned analytical and strategic planning skills with a dedication to continually streamlining and improving work processes. Effectively interface with management to collaborate on issues and resolve problems. Professional Experience Concordia University, Mequon, WI Instructional Design Consultant (2017 – Present) Bringing my online course design expertise, I collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), providing in-depth consulting services that assist in the development of innovative courses for various programs and learning environments. Coordinate with student advisors, program directors, and SMEs to design and provide instructional materials that are implemented to create cutting-edge courses. Selected Contributions: Developed a collaborative partnership with another university department that resulted in four robust and innovative course designs that are formatted to run in online, blended, and face to face class environments. Through my collaborative work, I initiated a new course development process in collaboration with business program directors, deans, and instructional designers from two departments. Christ Redeemer Anglican Church, Milwaukee, WI Founder/Rector (2012 – 2017) Presented charismatic teachings and trainings to diverse organizations, promoting professional development and educational enhancement within establishments. Provided community leaders, groups, and participants with energetic, profound, and detailed instruction and guidance. Supplied one-on-one consultations and advice to emerging community leaders, ensuring continued advancement and progress. Selected Contributions: Successfully developed and implemented dynamic ministry plan, leading to new parish located in a diverse neighborhood within one year. Established relationships with neighborhood development organization that resulted in a new apple tree farm in the neighborhood, support for a neighborhood school. Nashotah House, Nashotah, WI Director of Distance Learning (2009 – 2014) Led the planning and delivery of online degree programs, establishing and overseeing the execution of goals and objectives. Provided orientation and mentoring to all resident and adjunct faculty teaching in our blended distance program. Conducted comprehensive HR functions across the organization, including executing hiring strategies, administering performance evaluations, and facilitating personnel training. Consulted with faculty and staff to develop, draft, implement, and oversee execution of online learning environment curriculum policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all guidelines, requirements, and regulations. Selected Contributions: Spearheaded design and implementation of enhanced Master of Arts program, leading to annual program cost savings of $75k. Successfully led institution-wide system development, improving productivity, visibility, and student retention across the organization. Prior Positions: Student Education & Minister – Eastbrook Church, 2006 – 2009 Admissions Professional – Cardinal Stritch University / Clark University, 2002 – 2004 Educational Background Doctorate in Educational Studies, 2020 Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL Master of Divinity Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies Winona State University, Winona, MN University Curriculum Committee Distance Learning Committee Chair Advanced Degree Program Committee