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Award-winning Instructor & Instructional Designer
MEET JIM JENKINS

I’ve spent over 30 years helping people and organizations unlock what’s already inside them — their potential. As an award-winning Instructor and Instructional Designer, I mix training expertise with a theatre background, coaching skills, and leadership experience to spark change that lasts — and maybe even make learning a little fun along the way.

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Award-Winning Leader

Training Support Officer of the Year (Intelligence Agency, 2024) — recognized for transforming a six-month technical operations program into a gold standard of instructional excellence.

Innovative Designer

Pioneered the first improvisation-based communications course in the intelligence community — helping professionals thrive in high-pressure, unpredictable moments.

Proven Industry Expert

Lead programs for organizations such as Acclaim Technical Services, GDIT, Leidos and Booz Allen Hamilton to deliver high impact training solutions to include leadership development, cultural competence, diversity and inclusion, intelligence operations and management and supervision

About Jim
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Decades of Expertise &  Proven Results.
A Leader in Learning & Development

For nearly three decades, I’ve been designing and delivering training that actually makes a difference—whether inside the halls of the U.S. intelligence community or across local and global organizations.

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Along the way, I’ve published work in MWorld, American Executive, and HR Magazine. I hold a Master’s in Organization Development, a Bachelor’s in Business Management, and certifications in MBTI, DiSC, AI Mastery, and Professional Coaching. I’m also a Licensed Qualified Administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI).

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But here’s the truth: I’m not all rubrics, facilitator guides, and curriculum maps. I’m a lover of live music, Broadway, film, comedy, fine dining, and fine wine. My happy places? Italy, Alaska, Walla Walla, or somewhere on a cruise ship. I share life in Frederick, Maryland with my partner, Mike, and our two African Senegal parrots, Chex and Trix.

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I believe in the power of stories—and in chasing the ones that won’t leave you alone. That’s why I’m co-writing a television series and developing screenplays with my best friend, David. Some dreams don’t fade with time; they just get louder until you finally say, “Alright, I hear you.”

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Want to connect? Head over to the CONTACT page—I’d love to hear from you.​

Achievements
Recognized for Excellence
Achievements & Career Distinctions

Honors and awards earned through leadership, innovation, and impactful training across the intelligence and corporate communities.

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Achievements
Learning in Action
Explore My Portfolio

Explore a curated collection of programs, publications, and learning materials that showcase my work in leadership development, communication, and organizational performance.

 

Each piece reflects my commitment to creating engaging, results-driven learning experiences that help leaders and teams perform at their best.

Design Documents

Blueprints, facilitator guides, and design specs that transform learning concepts into effective experiences.

Learning Materials

Job aids, infographics, and supporting materials designed to reinforce knowledge and drive on-the-job results.

Publications & Insights

Published articles and thought-leadership pieces featured in MWorld, HR Magazine, and American Executive.

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