Learning & Development Portfolio
Learning & Development Leader
"Learning is a business advantage — not an event."
Enterprise Learning Strategy · People Leadership · Compliance · Houston, Texas
mrfredburns@gmail.com · 469.573.4599 ·
linkedin.com/in/fredburns
Who I Am
I'm a Learning & Development leader with 20+ years of experience designing, governing, and executing enterprise learning strategies across regulated, high-performance environments — including financial services, mortgage lending, call center operations, and leadership development.
My career spans Bank of America, NIIT Technologies (Boeing, GE, BofA), Jack Henry & Associates, and Planet Home Lending. Across each, I've built learning systems that are consultative, scalable, and grounded in what the business actually needs — not just what was requested.
"Learning at the enterprise level isn't about training. It's about building systems that make excellence repeatable."
I'm ready to formally lead learning strategy, people, and systems at the Director, AVP, or Head of L&D level — bringing institutional knowledge, operational discipline, and a track record of building learning cultures that last.
Platform Presence
In addition to designing and governing enterprise learning programs, I regularly facilitate live and virtual sessions across leadership development, onboarding, compliance, and operational training — adapting delivery based on audience level, business context, and learning objectives.
Known for: sparking insight through powerful questions · using stories and metaphors to shift perspectives · leveraging positive tension to drive accountability · creating psychologically safe, high-engagement learning environments.
What I Bring
Eight capabilities that define how I operate — and how I create measurable value at the enterprise level.
What I've Built
A selection of enterprise learning programs designed and delivered across leadership development, compliance, and operational readiness.
Portfolio Documents
Original work samples demonstrating end-to-end L&D methodology — from diagnosing business needs through designing, delivering, and measuring programs that drive performance. Each sample reflects a scalable, enterprise-ready approach.
Results That Matter
Real situations. Deliberate actions. Measurable results.
Education & Credentials
Award
Additional Certifications
Beyond the Work
Leadership doesn't stop at the office door. These commitments reflect the same values I bring to every learning environment — empowerment, equity, and genuine investment in people.
What Leaders Say
"He doesn't just deliver content; he brings it to life. Fred is an exceptional human being — any organization would be incredibly fortunate to have him leading their Learning & Development or Leadership Training programs."
"Fred is an extraordinary Master Facilitator, specializing in leadership development whose passion for growing leaders is unmatched. I'd hire him again in a heartbeat."
"Fred's professionalism and subject matter expertise consistently stood out. He's not just skilled, he's approachable, easy to work with, and always willing to help others succeed. If you get the chance to work with Fred, you're in good hands!"
"Fred plays a pivotal role in our new hire onboarding experience. His ability to break down complex processes into clear, actionable steps accelerates learning and builds confidence from day one. Fred's professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine care for learner success make him an invaluable asset to our organization."
"Fred is a conscientious and diligent team member who delivers on time. He participates in brainstorming discussions and presents his perspectives very well. His dedication and motivation reflects in his work. Any manager would be lucky to have him on their team."
Let's Connect
"I'm ready to lead learning strategy, people, and systems at the enterprise level." — Open to Director, AVP, Head of L&D, and equivalent leadership roles in regulated and high-performance industries.