Training Facilitation · Workforce Development

Training People to
Perform. Transition.
And Grow.

I am a Training Facilitator and Workforce Development Leader with 12+ years of experience designing and delivering learning experiences that prepare adults for career success in high-demand industries.

"I help professionals successfully transition into new roles and grow in their careers through structured training, real-world preparation, and confidence-building."

Coreea Allen, M.Ed
Coreea Allen, M.Ed
Training Facilitator and Workforce Development Leader
12+
Years Experience
102%
Career Outcome Goal
113%
Participant Survey Goal
111%
NPS Goal Achieved
85%
Participant Agreement Score

Built on 12+ Years of Real Learning Rooms

I did not start in a corporate L&D department. I started in the room, face to face with adult learners navigating some of the most pivotal transitions of their lives. That experience shaped everything about how I facilitate: I design for the whole person, not just the objective.

From facilitating live cohort-based training at a national workforce nonprofit to preparing pre-health students for high-stakes clinical placements at Furman University, my career has been defined by one constant: meeting participants where they are and moving them forward.

I bring a counseling psychology lens to everything I do, which means I understand how people actually learn, resist, and grow. My sessions are structured and evidence-based, but never rigid. I know how to read a room, re-engage a disengaged participant, and turn a dry training module into a conversation people remember.

Colleagues describe me as warm, grounded, and solution-oriented. Clients share that they feel seen, supported, and invested in. That combination of structure and care is what drives the outcomes in my work.

Certified Differentiator

Professional Presence and Business Protocol Expert

Certified through the Charleston School of Protocol since 2014. I bring professional presence and business protocol training to workforce development in a way most L&D practitioners cannot. This is a genuine differentiator for legal, healthcare, pharma, and client-facing corporate environments where executive readiness matters.

Graduate Degree
Master of Education, Counseling Psychology
Howard University · Washington, DC
Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications
Johnson C. Smith University · Charlotte, NC
Certification · 2014 to Present
Business Etiquette and Protocol Expert
Charleston School of Protocol
In Progress
Google Instructional Design Certificate
Coursera · Articulate 360 / Storyline
Impact by the Numbers

Results That Speak for Themselves

The following metrics are drawn directly from verified performance reviews and participant outcome data tracked across multiple cohorts at Merit America.

102%
Positive Career Outcome rate against goal, measured 3 to 15 months post-program completion
Manager Review · Merit America
113%
Participant satisfaction survey goal achievement at End of Immersion
Manager Review · Merit America
111%
Net Promoter Score goal achieved at End of Immersion, with no demographic gaps greater than 5%
Manager Review · Merit America
111%
Resume completion rate against goal, supporting participant employment readiness
Manager Review · Merit America
85%
Participants strongly agreed their coach helped build professional skills, invested in their growth, and fostered a structured, supportive learning environment
Participant Survey Data
0
Foundation removals in a fully grant-funded HR cohort, reflecting strong client retention and engagement throughout the program
Manager Review · Merit America
"

I LOVE Coreea... she made me feel so comfortable... she was so nice and took pride in helping her team out with any questions and fears.

Program Participant · Merit America
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At your core, you are an exceptionally strong career coach. Your outcomes in the inaugural HR track and continued career placements during and after immersion show your ability to guide clients through a full job search journey.

Sean Sevey · Manager · Merit America
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Coreea is a highly dynamic and dedicated coach who consistently demonstrates deep care for her clients and a strong commitment to her work. Her presence is marked by confidence, poise, and professionalism, all of which elevate the learning environment and contribute to a culture of collaboration and respect.

Sherri Harvin · Peer Colleague · Merit America
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Coreea has been a pioneer for our HR offerings, launching our inaugural HR track and a new iteration that incorporated project management, while navigating a significant midstream change in employer-partner mix. She did this without sacrificing learner outcomes.

Sean Sevey · Manager · Merit America
Programs and Work

What I Deliver

From cohort-based workforce training to executive presence workshops, each program is designed to drive measurable behavior change and lasting skill application.

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Cohort-Based Workforce Training

Live, facilitator-led virtual training for adult participants transitioning into high-demand careers. I manage multiple concurrent cohorts focused on technical certification pathways, professional skills, and career readiness in a fast-paced, outcomes-driven environment.

150+ participants per cohort
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Onboarding and Speed-to-Competency

Structured onboarding programs designed to accelerate competency in new subject areas. I translate complex concepts into clear, actionable instruction, reducing ramp time and building client confidence from day one.

Reduced time to readiness
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Leadership and Professional Development

Facilitated leadership and soft skills training for participants entering high-stakes competitive environments. The Summer Scholars Program I led served 150+ participants through structured academic and leadership development across multiple cohorts.

150+ Summer Scholars served

Personal Branding and Career Readiness

A signature personal branding workshop series designed and delivered for Jack and Jill of America, equipping professionals with a clear professional identity, presence, and strategy for career advancement. Built from scratch and fully self-facilitated.

Custom-designed curriculum
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Professional Presence and Business Protocol

Business protocol and professional presence workshops for clients entering legal, healthcare, and executive environments. Certified through the Charleston School of Protocol since 2014, this is a rare and high-value specialty in the L&D market.

Certified since 2014
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Data-Driven Program Improvement

I monitor participant progress through performance metrics and dashboards, identify trends, and implement targeted interventions. I have delivered NPS scores of 111% to goal and participant agreement rates of 85% across multiple cohorts, then fed those insights back into curriculum improvement.

111% NPS goal achieved
In the Room

Hear Me Facilitate

The best way to understand how I show up is to hear it directly. I was invited as a guest facilitator on two episodes of Promoted, a career development podcast produced by Merit America.

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Promoted · Merit America · Guest Facilitator
How Authenticity Helped Nathan Land His Dream Job
Episode 15 · October 14, 2025 · 15 min

In this episode, I facilitated a conversation with Nathan, who shares how being authentic helped him move from low-wage work to becoming the first HR and staffing coordinator at his company. We explore what it means to stay driven by personal motivation, know your worth, and reject the pressure to fit into a box to create a career that truly reflects who you are.

▶ Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Promoted · Merit America · Guest Facilitator
How To Build Your Personal Brand
Episode 16 · October 21, 2025 · 8 min

In this episode, I break down what a personal brand is, why it matters, and how it can reflect both your skills and your values. From defining your story to presenting it on LinkedIn, your resume, in interviews, or through your network, I share practical strategies for bringing your brand to life with confidence and clarity so you leave a lasting impression.

▶ Listen on Apple Podcasts

Areas of Mastery

Twelve years of cross-sector experience across nonprofit, higher education, and workforce development environments, with manager-verified ratings of Meets All and Exceeds Most across Career Development, Program Leadership, Cultural Competence, and Relationship Building.

Adult Learning Theory Live Virtual Facilitation In-Person Training Cohort-Based Learning Leadership Development Career Readiness Onboarding Programs Coaching and Mentoring Stakeholder Engagement Cross-Functional Partnership Learning Analytics Workforce Development Program Design Talent Development Counseling Psychology Professional Presence Training Business Protocol Inclusive Facilitation Change Management
Tools and Platforms
Zoom Microsoft Teams Canvas LMS Salesforce Workday Asana Canva Google Workspace Slack Hex Analytics Coursera ChatGPT Articulate 360 (In Progress)
2022
Now

Senior Program Manager, Training and Facilitation

Merit America · Remote

Promoted from Program and Career Coach to Senior Program Manager. Lead workforce development programs for cohorts of 150+ adult participants across IT and HR tracks. Launched and iterated the inaugural HR certification track, including a project management component, with no client removals in a fully grant-funded cohort. Delivered 102% career outcome rate, 111% NPS goal, and 113% satisfaction survey goal. Serve as lead facilitator for live virtual training, cross-functional stakeholder partnership, and team-level program improvement initiatives.

2017
2022

Program and Career Coach

Furman University · Greenville, SC

Designed and facilitated professional development workshops for pre-health students. Led the Summer Scholars Program serving 150+ participants. Partnered with Prisma Health and USC School of Medicine Greenville. Consistently exceeded national benchmarks for graduate school acceptance and career placement.

2014
2017

Career Success Coach

Tri County Technical College · Pendleton, SC

Delivered career readiness training and workshops to diverse adult participants transitioning into professional employment. Collaborated with faculty to integrate career development into academic programming.

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Rare Differentiator

Professional Presence and Business Protocol

Certified since 2014 through the Charleston School of Protocol. This credential sets me apart in corporate L&D, especially in legal, healthcare, pharma, and executive environments where professional readiness and business protocol training are valued and rarely available through standard L&D practitioners.

Ideal Opportunities

Where My Work Fits Best

I thrive in remote, fast-paced environments where facilitation quality, client outcomes, and cross-functional partnership are priorities. Here are the roles and sectors where my background creates the strongest impact.

L&D Facilitator
Corporate · Tech · Healthcare
Senior L&D Program Manager
SaaS · Enterprise
Senior Training Specialist
Healthcare · Insurance
Workforce Development Manager
Nonprofit · Government
Customer Education and Enablement
EdTech · SaaS
Talent Development Partner
Pharma · Financial Services
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Let's Work Together

Ready to bring structured, high-impact learning to your team? I would love to connect.

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