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Desiree D. Young

About Desiree

Accomplished executive and thought leader with 25+ years of experience advancing inclusive learning, workforce, and organizational strategies across higher education, professional education, and emerging technology sectors. Recognized for building and leading high-performing, diverse teams; designing equitable, industry-aligned programs; and delivering measurable outcomes in complex, matrixed environments across public, private, nonprofit, and start-up organizations.

A trusted senior advisor and Chief Learning Officer with deep expertise in AI and cybersecurity education, online and blended learning, and enterprise program innovation. Proven ability to partner with executive leadership, boards, and cross-sector stakeholders to close skills gaps, expand access to opportunity, and align diverse talent development with evolving workforce and market demands. Adept at embedding diversity, inclusion, and belonging into program design, hiring, team development, and learner experiences ensuring scalable impact and long-term organizational value.

Brings a strong track record of operational excellence, accreditation and compliance leadership, strategic partnership development, and performance optimization. Known for empowering teams through mentorship, coaching, and data-driven accountability while fostering cultures of collaboration, psychological safety, and continuous learning. Experienced in leading global and domestic teams and managing portfolios of 50+ academic, professional, and online programs.

Offers a flexible, results-oriented engagement model open to executive, fractional, contract, project-based, remote, and travel-based roles enabling rapid integration and immediate value creation. Passionate about creating inclusive learning ecosystems that transform career pathways, elevate organizational performance, and drive sustainable growth in dynamic, future-focused organizations.

Location
Los Angeles, CA
Phone
786-338-0584 786-338-**** Show