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Jon Pederson

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Instructional Design Consultant at Principal Financial Group
📍 Altoona, Iowa, United States

Jon is an instructional designer at Principal Financial Group who excels at creating learning environments for both universities and Fortune 500 companies. With a Masters from the University of Pittsburgh, he is skilled in competency-based learning and uses a backwards design methodology to ensure learning goals are met.

Jon has a deep connection to the world of higher education, not only as an alumnus but also through his professional experiences. His interests suggest a strong appreciation for the academic environment and the role it plays in professional development.

He is a recipient of the Freddie H. Fu Graduate Research Award from the University of Pittsburgh.

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Experience
11 Years
Current Role
Instructional Design Consultant
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Altoona, Iowa, United States
Personality Overview

How Jon shows up

Non-Confrontational
Story Driven
Optimistic

They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Jon cares about

Instructional Design
He focuses on communicating complex concepts and building learning experiences that provide opportunities for practice and feedback.
Learning Technologies
Utilizes tools like Articulate 360, Camtasia, and PowerPoint to design and shape curriculum and learning materials.
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Career

Work history

8-2021
Instructional Design Consultant
Principal Financial Group
4-2020 - 8-2021
Instructional Design Coordinator
Des Moines University
9-2017 - 4-2020
Learning And Development Specialist
Principal Financial Group
6-2016 - 9-2017
Learning and Development Facilitator
Wells Fargo
1-2014 - 6-2016
Diabetes Customer Training Associate
Publicis Touchpoint Solutions a Service Partner to Astra Zeneca
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Media appearances

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Education
2008 - 2011
Masters
University of Pittsburgh
2004 - 2008
Bachelor's degree
Luther College
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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