About Samara

I’m a learning strategist and experience designer with more than a decade of experience helping organizations build learning ecosystems that drive performance, engagement, and growth. My work sits at the intersection of strategy, design, and leadership development—translating business goals into human-centered learning experiences that make a measurable impact.

Most recently, I led end-to-end learning strategy and program delivery for global clients as a Senior Learning Strategist at Everbright Talent Development, including a $600K leadership initiative for a multinational tech company. I built a Learning and Development department from the ground up at East Rise Credit Union, led large-scale LMS implementations, and designed blended learning solutions that combine eLearning, live facilitation, and practical job aids.

As a dedicated people manager, I take pride in mentoring and developing teams—creating space for designers and learning professionals to grow their skills, experiment with new ideas, and deliver their best work. I believe that great leadership starts with curiosity, trust, and consistent coaching, and I strive to model those values in every project I lead.

My approach blends strategic thinking, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. I’m especially interested in how learning technology and thoughtful design can make development more inclusive and impactful across organizations.

When I’m not designing learning experiences, you’ll find me exploring new ways to simplify complex ideas, facilitate great conversations, and help people do their best work.

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Contact Me

If you’d like to discuss potential projects, collaborations, or opportunities to create impactful learning experiences, I’d love to hear from you.

You can reach me directly using the form below or connect with me on LinkedIn. I look forward to connecting!

samara.fogel@gmail.com
(973) 896-3659