Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC

Virtual training is my passion, and I enjoy partnering with organizations, teams, and individuals to help people build confidence, gain the skills required to deliver engaging online training, and execute successful global training strategies.

Live Online (virtual instructor-led) training has become the standard for learning teams all over the world. Virtual classroom technology enables learning and development teams to reach all audiences, at any time of the day, with just a simple internet connection. But let’s face it, learning to engage your audience using this type of technology is an immense challenge. It requires a unique skill set that combines using virtual facilitation and design techniques with technical knowledge to skillfully deliver online activities.

In 2015, together with Tom Stone, I co-authored Interact and Engage! 50+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings and Webinars. (ATD Press). The book was my dream of a practical resource, much like a cook book full of recipes, that could be pulled off the shelf and used at any time engagement online was needed!

Principal Consultant

Dale Carnegie Training

Kassy LaBorie is an online synchronous facilitator, producer, instructional designer, and online-meeting-platform technical expert. In her role as the director of virtual training services for Dale Carnegie Training, she leads a consultancy that partners with clients to develop live online training strategies with a focus on program design, trainer and producer skill development, and the creation of consistent and engaging participant experiences. 

In addition to leading virtual training services, Kassy created and leads the internal live online trainer and producer certification programs and events. Dale Carnegie Digital Training is delivered globally. It is interactive and engaging, and it is helping people transform the way they do business and life. The live online course catalog is always growing and changing. The trainers and producers work hard to deliver an exceptional experience every time. The classes Kassy and her team deliver can be found at http://www.dalecarnegie.com/online-training/

Director, Virtual Training Services

Product Design Architect responsible for the creation and growth of live online training at Dale Carnegie Digital.

Product Design Architect

KLB Consulting

-Online training consultative services
-Training delivery
-Train the Trainer

Principle eLearning Trainer/Producer

InSync Training, LLC

Live Online Synchronous Trainer, Designer, Producer and Coach.

Master Facilitator

WebEx

-Training delivery
-Training consultation
-Production
-Mentoring
-Training design cosultant

Senior Trainer

Transforming “blah” into “aha” moments for your virtual learners

Virtual Facilitation isn't about training; it's about creating space for meaningful connections.

My name is Kassy LaBorie, I’m the founder and principal consultant at Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC. I am a virtual classroom master trainer, that is, I specialize in developing trainers to be engaging and effective when facilitating programs in platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, Adobe Connect, and more. I have worked with many Fortune 500 firms in a wide range of industries and sectors, including hospitality, pharma, energy, government, NGOs, non-profits, and more.

I am an Alumni of Heroic Public Speaking, a public speaking training institute in Lambertville, NJ. In completing HPS GRAD, I received the most substantial and complete public speaking training in the world and have attained the status of a professionally trained public speaker.

I also train and coach producers, the virtual classroom trainer’s partner in effective facilitation, as well as instructional designers tasked with creating or converting content for virtual classroom delivery. And I advise learning and development leaders in areas like virtual classroom strategy, technology selection, logistics, and more. 

In short, I have over 25 years of experience helping organizations, teams, and business professionals successfully move to the live online, virtual environment.

Since 2006, I have participated in hundreds of industry conferences as a speaker, expert panelist, and workshop trainer. I am a regular presenter at such events as ATD ICE, ATD TechKnowledge, Training Magazine’s Conference, TechLearn, Learning Solutions, DevLearn, and many more.

Prior to launching my consulting practice, I was the Director of Virtual Training Services at Dale Carnegie Training, a consulting service that partnered with organizations to help them develop successful online training strategies. I was also the product design architect responsible for developing the company’s live online training product and experience, which grew to be a $4 million dollar business in only a few years.

Prior to this, I was an independent master virtual trainer, a Microsoft software trainer, and a senior trainer at WebEx, where I helped build and deliver training at the WebEx University.

I am also a book author, having co-authored Interact and Engage! 75+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars (ATD Press, 2023), and author Producing Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars: Master the Technology to Engage Participants (ATD Press, 2021).

Ya'll!!! 👀Look who got "honorable mention!" 💫ME!

This was a contest to showcase our speaker reels and the challenge was to grab attention within the first 30 seconds. I haven't really even shared my speaker reel yet, but here it is getting mentioned in a way that has made me smile. 😃

Happy Saturday out there! Do the thing, ya'll! Your viewpoint just might be the one someone needs to experience today.

✔️Check out the list of Honourable Mention Videos and be sure to PLACE YOUR VOTE for the top 6 HERE: https://lnkd.in/gGaD2rz5

Thanks Jane Atkinson! FUN Fun!

Kassy LaBorie

My name is Kassy LaBorie, I’m the founder and principal consultant at Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC. I am a virtual classroom master trainer, that is, I specialize in developing trainers to be engaging and effective when facilitating programs in platforms such as Zoom, WebEx, Adobe Connect, and more. I have worked with many Fortune 500 firms in a wide range of industries and sectors, including hospitality, pharma, energy, government, NGOs, non-profits, and more.

I also train and coach producers, the virtual classroom trainer’s partner in effective facilitation, as well as instructional designers tasked with creating or converting content for virtual classroom delivery. And I advise learning and development leaders in areas like virtual classroom strategy, technology selection, logistics, and more. 

 In short, I have over 20 years of experience in passionately helping organizations, learning teams, and training professionals successfully move to the virtual environment.

Since 2008, I have participated in over 100 industry conferences as a speaker, expert panelist, and workshop trainer. I am a regular presenter at such events as ATD ICE, ATD TechKnowledge, Training Magazine’s 125 Conference, TechLearn, Learning Solutions, DevLearn, and many more.

Prior to launching my consulting practice, I was the Director of Virtual Training Services at Dale Carnegie Training, a consulting service that partnered with organizations to help them develop successful online training strategies. I was also the product design architect responsible for developing the company’s live online training product and experience, which grew to be a $4 million dollar business in only a few years.

Prior to this, I was an independent master virtual trainer, a Microsoft software trainer, and a senior trainer at WebEx, where I helped build and deliver training at the WebEx University.

I am also a book author, having co-authored Interact and Engage! 50+ Activities for Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars (ATD Press, 2015), and authore Producing Virtual Training, Meetings, and Webinars: Master the Technology to Engage Participants (ATD Press, 2021).

Business Coach for Speakers | Author of The Wealthy Speaker 3.0 | Speaking Industry Expert | Host of The Wealthy Speaker Podcast | Helping Established Speakers Scale

This was THE most difficult contest we have ever run. The competition was extremely stiff.  Congratulations to everyone who entered, there were some very AMAZING videos that didn’t (unfortunately) make the cut.

My goal has always been to showcase some really great videos so that those of you who aren’t there yet have something to aspire to. 

TO SEE THE FULL LIST AND VOTE... GO HERE: https://lnkd.in/gGaD2rz5

These videos are all well-produced, engaging from the jump, and showcase the speaker’s talent on the stage. 

So, without further ado, I give you your TOP SIX videos (from a field of over 30) and a few honourable mentions.

NOTE:  I realize asking you to watch all these videos is a big ask, but consider it a Masters Class in awesome demo reels.

Here is our list, in no particular order. 

#1 KYLE SCHEELE 
https://lnkd.in/ghmmSdaA

#2 CASSANDRA WORTHY 
https://lnkd.in/gEr2_SBX

#3 SHOLA RICHARDS
https://lnkd.in/gzM2cJm3

#4 AMY PURDY
https://lnkd.in/g_v7wfrZ

#5 RYAN ESTIS
https://lnkd.in/gr9KH5PQ

#6 VANESSA MCNEAL
https://lnkd.in/g9FdVvge

To see our list of Honourable Mention Videos and PLACE YOUR VOTE HERE: https://lnkd.in/gGaD2rz5

Connection Strategist | Keynote Speaker | Virtual Training Pioneer | Making Leadership & Learning Unforgettable — from Yawn ➝ YES! | Author

✨Name spelled/typed wrong? Name said wrong? Let’s talk.✨

I have spent my entire life with a name that looks simple… until it isn’t.
My name is Kassy. Like Cassandra, but spelled with a K and a Y. It is my full legal name. No nickname. No alternate spelling. Just me.

And here is the truth.
Most of the time, it doesn't bug me. I have spent a lifetime looking past it and gently correcting it. I never think people are being rude, unkind, or disrespectful. Truly. We are all human and typing fast.

But…
I work for myself, and my name is part of my brand. I am not famous (yet!!!) like BeyondSay, Medonna, or Taylur Swyft. And wow, those spellings look weird, right? 😁

So now I am curious. 🤔
How do YOU feel when your name is mis spelled/typed or mis pronounced?
Do you correct people? Let it slide? Does it matter?
Or is intent more important than accuracy?

And of course, autocorrect is out here living its best life, confidently spelling many of our names wrong anyway. 🤷🏻‍♀️

💬Your turn. How has your name been transformed, reinvented, or hilariously mis typed? Add yours below!

🎁 An end-of-year gift from me to you🎁
This year, I committed to showing up.
Monthly. Honestly. Imperfectly.
And wow… it changed me.

To celebrate the close of 2025, I created something to share with you:
✨ 30 Sparks for 2026 ✨
A curated collection of 30 actionable, inspirational micro-practices to support your personal and professional growth.

Think of them as tiny, powerful moments you can use to:
• open a meeting
• reset your energy
• reframe a challenge
• spark connection with your people
• or remind yourself why you love this work

They’re organized into three themes:
🔥 Courage
🛠️ Craft
💛 Connection
No overwhelm.
No homework.
Just small sparks you can actually use.

Consider this my thank-you for being part of this community.
Here’s to more courage, better craft, and deeper connection in 2026 ✨

30 Sparks for 2026 - A gift for YOU!

🎭 The Spark Konnect, Episode 008 with Heather is LIVE today!
My guest this week is the incomparable Heather Blevins CPCU, ITP, M. Ed., Insurance Rebel, theatre kid forever, and newly badged Virtual Facilitator.

She just posted how she feels about it with a pretty funny edit to the clip I shared (link in comments!) and It is pure silliness and pure joy, exactly the Heather energy the world deserves.

In this episode, we talk about how theatre skills translate beautifully into training and how creativity can transform even the most traditional learning spaces.

🎧 Listen now anywhere you get your podcasts and make sure to watch her clip! If you’re enjoying the show, tell a friend and spread the spark. Links below!

#TheSparkKonnect #Podcast #CreativityInTraining

Screen Queen in the Making tomorrow!
https://lnkd.in/eQ8ejvBA

🎶I made a song about it. Enjoy!

ScreenPal 
Sarah Eiler

🎨 You DO know how to draw.
And tomorrow’s episode proves why that matters.
Today, I’m sharing a clip from my conversation with Dr. Kevin Thorn, CNH and trust me, it is a must-watch.

Kevin joins me on The Spark Konnect Podcast to explore the powerful intersection of art, visual thinking, and training. We talk about why drawing is not about talent, but about thinking. How visuals help learners make meaning. And why sketching, doodling, and design belong in learning experiences more than ever.

Kevin is a learning designer, author, and visual practitioner who has helped countless facilitators rethink how they communicate ideas. His work reminds us that learning sticks when we can see it, shape it, and play with it.

🎧 The full episode goes live TOMORROW
Until then, enjoy this clip and let it spark your imagination.

Links to the episode is in the comments.👇 Listen to the Spark Konnect on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

#SparkKonnect #ArtsAndFacilitation #VisualThinking #LearningDesign #CreativeFacilitation #YouDoKnowHowToDraw

🎨 You DO know how to draw.
Today’s episode of The Spark Konnect Podcast is live, and I could not be more excited to share this conversation with Dr. Kevin Thorn, CNH.

Kevin and I explore the intersection of art, visual thinking, and training, and why drawing is not about talent, but about thinking, clarity, and connection. This episode is a powerful reminder that visuals help learning stick, stories land, and ideas come to life.

If you have ever said, “I’m not creative” or “I can’t draw,” this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

Link in the comments 👇

#SparkKonnect #ArtsAndFacilitation #VisualThinking #LearningDesign #CreativeFacilitation

Yesterday was the comparison scroll. (You know the one.)
Today was this. 💝
Receiving impact reflected back like this is everything.

Thank you for sharing this, Heather Blevins CPCU, ITP, M. Ed.

Insurance Rebel | CPCU Lifer | Word Collector

It’s Thankful Tuesday ✌️🙌
Big shout out to ✨Kassy LaBorie  here. 📣 She’s building, creating and inspiring new worlds in training, learning and development. She taught this girl to believe in the power of how incredible virtual training can be. Or maybe she just led me to remember what I already knew. 😊 
Either way, check her out. I’m grateful I said yes to her light and presence gracing the stage at the Society of Insurance Trainers and Educators (SITE) conference earlier this year. 
Links in comments. 🔗

From clueless clicks to confident ScreenPal magic… and I promise, no wizard hat required. 😄
If you’ve ever stared at your screen thinking, “Why is this harder than it needs to be?” this session is for you. We’re making video creation feel doable, human, and even fun.
Just a few days left to join me. Let’s turn “ugh” into “ohhh, I got this.”
December 16 at 1 PM ET.

⏰ Less than one week left! 

Ready to boost your ScreenPal confidence before the new year? 

🌟 Join ✨Kassy LaBorie, The Trainer’s Trainer, for a high-energy, practical session designed to help you create polished, effective videos- without the overwhelm. 

🎬 Screen Queen in the Making: How I Went From Clueless Clicks to Confident ScreenPal Magic
📅 December 16 at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT 

You’ll learn quick workflow wins, confidence-boosting tips, and ScreenPal tricks you can start using immediately. 

👉 Save your seat while there’s still time! https://zurl.co/UfdKh 

#ScreenPal #Webinar #LAndD #EdTech #TrainTheTrainer #ProfessionalDevelopment #AIPoweredTools #VideoCreation

Grateful for this rich conversation on The Aha Moment with Elizabeth Cipolla SPHR, SHRM-SCP and Amanda Kochirka, MPA, TIWP. We explored why traditional training falls short and how intentional design, presence, and artistry create experiences that actually stick.

Do yourself a favor and follow both Elizabeth and Amanda. Their work and this podcast consistently spark meaningful insight for leaders and facilitators alike.

🔥 New Episode Alert — The Spark Effect with ✨Kassy LaBorie🔥

Most organizations invest heavily in training… yet see almost no lasting behavior change. It’s not a mystery. It’s a design problem.

This week on The Aha Moment, co-hosts Elizabeth Cipolla SPHR, SHRM-SCP and Amanda Kochirka, MPA, TIWP sit down with Kassy LaBorie, Connection Architect, to cut straight to the truth: If your learning experience doesn’t create connection, it won’t create impact.

Kassy breaks down:
 • Why traditional training formats fall short
 • How learner expectations have fundamentally changed
 • What actually works across virtual, in-person, hybrid, and conference environments
 • How artistry, play, and facilitator presence elevate learning from content → transformation
 • The small but powerful shifts leaders can make to ensure training sticks

This episode challenges the old playbook and gives leaders a sharper, more strategic lens for developing people.

👉 If you’re tired of training that fizzles out, this conversation will show you how to design learning that truly sparks lasting change.

🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ecK4rpdf
📺 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ekGCwWbD

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