Founder and L&D Consultant
Dr. Heidi Kirby is a distinguished instructional designer and founder of Useful Stuff, a consultancy specializing in creating impactful learning programs and providing L&D professionals with helpful resources. With a PhD in Instructional Design and Technology, Heidi has extensive experience in building and launching successful learning strategies, programs, platforms, and frameworks.
She has a notable presence in the L&D community through her publications in TD Magazine, her pandemic-era podcast boasting over 25,000 downloads across 100 countries, and her commitment to advancing the skills of new and aspiring instructional designers. Heidi's work is characterized by her focus on authenticity, inclusivity, accessibility, and measurable impact in learning solutions.