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Together, We Make It Happen

We believe learning matters and that everyone deserves the opportunity to grow – leading to a fulfilling life and a positive impact on the world. We are dedicated to connecting learning professionals with their dream work and empowering companies to create impactful learning experiences that drive change.

In our close-knit virtual community, we live by our core values—integrity, collaboration, dedication, reliability, and versatility. These principles shape our commitment to excellence in all we do.

The business of training is secondary to the business of building long-term partnerships with our clients. We care deeply about accurately incorporating your unique culture, processes, and goals into your learning programs.

96% of our Innovators are based in the United States, and all are 100% proficient in English, so communication is stress-free. No business culture or language barriers here — only clear expectations and seamless project execution!

Experience matters — corporate L&D experience matters more. Your training deserves a repeat-worthy partner, that’s why we hand-select seasoned talent.

ttcInnovations is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise. We’re proud to be owned, operated, and 100% controlled by a female-lead team, offering a diversified perspective to our clients’ learning solutions.

Diversity matters. We are proud to do business with today’s most innovative minds. Diversity of thought, individual experiences, passions and perspectives are highly encouraged and valued.

Voted “Best Place to Work” two years in a row, “Great Place to Work” two years in a row, and one of the “100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in San Diego.”

#UnlockInnovation with us

Meet the Team

Our Leading Innovators

CEO, Founder & Co-Owner

Visionary & “OI” (Original Innovator)

Chief People Officer

Inclusion & Culture Cultivator

Co-Owner & VP, Marketing

Messaging and Growth Maestro

Co-Owner & Podcast Producer

Audio Engineer

Director of Contracts

Compliance Queen

VP, Sales

Air Traffic Controller

Relationship Manager

Multitasking Maven

Relationship Manager

Tactical Trailblazer

Director of Operations

Master Connector

Director of Talent

Talent Connoisseur

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Diversity Dynamo

Financial Specialist

Multitasking Ninja

Operations Administrator

Eagle Eye Employee

Innovation By The Numbers

22
Years matching top talent with clients.
98%
Successful customer retention rate.
48
Hours to match talent from intake.
97%
Success rate on the first talent match.

Meet Our Innovators

We are an equal opportunity employer and are proud to do business with today's most innovative minds.

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20 Years of Innovation

We are continuously evolving to meet our clients where they are

ttcInnovations Debbie Wooldridge old business card photo - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®
2001
DW Training and Development, Inc launches as a vision of one from the basement of a modest, split-level home in Kansas City — go Chiefs!
2001
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2003
  • DW Training and Development, Inc. acquires TechnicallyWrite.
  • DBA technicallytraining.com.
  • Established long-standing partnership with Bank of America.
  • Innovators expand to 11 IDs, 3 editors and 2 developers.
2003
ttcInnovations team photo - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®
2005
  • Developed our 5 pt QA process.
  • Welcomed Silicon Valley Bank to our ongoing client roster.
  • WBENC-Certified and WOSB-Certified!
2005
ttcInnovations team photo - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®
2008
  • Innovators expand to 49 nation-wide.
  • Rebranded to ttcInnovations.
2008
ttcInnovations team photo - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®
2012
  • Sponsored ATD (Association for Talent Development).
  • Began offering staff augmentation.
2012
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2015
  • Continued long-standing partnership with Volvo and Mack Trucks.
  • Bye-bye butterfly! Rebranded to a more modern look.
  • Our founder co-launched The Millennial Career Playbook podcast.
2015
A workshop to effectively engage the emerging workforce and to promote a deeper understanding of the opportunities for growth in companies who embrace generational differences
2016
  • Conducted the Millennial Generation Survey.
  • Introduced The Millennial Project.
2016
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2017
A for Awesome! Added Ameriprise and Amazon to our innovative client family.
2017
ttcInnovations team photo - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®
2018
  • Employee team now 10 members strong.
  • Awarded Best Places to Work.
  • Hosted industry Mix & Mingle at ATD.
  • Introduced Innovators on Demand®.
2018
ttcInnovations logo - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®
2019
  • Added Danfoss and Grant Thornton to our client list.
  • Named Best Places to Work, again.
  • Certified Great Place to Work.
  • Refined and elevated our ttcInnovations brand.
2019
great place to work certified
2020
  • Launched our new and improved website.
  • 103 Innovators strong and growing.
  • Certified Great Place to Work, two-years in a row.
2020
2021
  • Hats off to us! Celebrated 20 years in business. Here's to the next 20!
  • Sponsored the CLO Exchange.
  • Training Industry Watchlist.
2021
2022
  • Training Industry Watchlist Winner x2!
  • Expanding expertise, attended 2022 Financial Services L&D Conference.
  • Strategic HR.com and Training Industry partnerships.
  • We've got an expert for that! L&D expert network—always growing!
2022
2023
  • Proud new partners with Murphy Oil USA, HG Fenton, Deluxe, and Kimray!
  • Launched subscription learning services: fixed cost, streamlined projects, hassle-free prioritization.
  • Added to our trophy case: Training Industry’s Top Learning Services and Custom Content Development Companies Watch List for 2023.
  • 2023

    ttcCARES

    Prioritizing What Is Most Important

    We are proud to support our local communities and prioritize what is important to our Innovators.

    Opportunities to share our time and resources to create lasting change beyond our work remains at the heart of ttc. Over the years, we have partnered with our Innovators to support organizations and charities to make a difference collectively.

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    The Power Behind Your Company Lies In Your People

    True innovation comes not from the tools or methods used, but rather the individuals who dare to question the status quo.

    Debbie Wooldridge

    CEO & Founder

    AKA: Visionary & "OI" (Original Innovator)

    Innovating In:

    San Diego, CA since 2001

    Fast Facts:

    Favorite Quote:

    “Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have 24-hour days.” 
    — Zig Ziglar

    Debbie Wooldridge

    Personality Perk:

    Espresso

    – hardworking, efficient, can-do attitude!

    Engage On:

    Dana Janssen

    CHRO

    AKA: Inclusion & Culture Cultivator

    Innovating In:

    Kansas City, KS

    Fast Facts:

    • Mom, wife, and grandmama to three
    • Corporate training manager and specialist turned HR leader
    • Third “OI” (Original Innovator)
    • SHRM-SCP with 20+ years experience
    • Serves on the Forbes Human Resources Council
    • Advocates with the SHRM Foundation and Dream Factory of Kansas City

    Favorite Quote:

    “I follow three rules: Do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care.”
    – Lou Holtz

    ttcInnovations Dana Janssen - Customized training and development services, leadership training programs, human resources training, instructional design, and Innovators on Demand®

    Personality Perk:

    Cappuccino

    – intuitive, focused, efficient!

    Engage On:

    Jessica Howell

    Vice President, Marketing

    AKA: Messaging and Growth Maestro

    Innovating In:

    San Diego, CA

    Fast Facts:

    • Momma to one always-happy boy and two pint-sized golden retrievers
    • Founder of a 6-figure social media training company at 22
    • Entrepreneur turned intrapreneur, passionate about marketing and process improvement
    • Mastermind behind strategy that landed our founder on Amazon’s Best Seller’s List, twice

    Favorite Quote:

    “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new lands but seeing with new eyes.”
    – Marcel Proust

    Jessica Howell

    Personality Perk:

    Iced Vanilla Latte

    – creative, visionary, perfectionist!

    Engage On:

    Doug Wooldridge

    Recruiter

    AKA: Studio Singer

    Innovating In:

    Los Angeles, CA since 2015

    Fast Facts:

    • Dog lover with two pups
    • Singer & songwriter
    • Major Chiefs fan
    • Always has something in the smoker for a game day
    • Married to best friend, Emily Wooldridge (our HR Coordinator!)

    Favorite Quote:

    “If you’re quiet, you’re not living. You’ve got to be noisy and colorful and lively.”
    – Mel Brooks

    Doug Wooldridge

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Ryley Stout

    Director of Contracts

    AKA: Compliance Queen

    Innovating In:

    Portland, OR since 2017

    Fast Facts:

    • “Mummy” to two wild and brilliant boys
    • Proud Canadian who has made a home in the US Pacific Northwest
    • Co-Owner of Sunday Coffee Project
    • Aspiring half-marathoner
    • Finds joy in trying new recipes and experimenting in the kitchen

    Favorite Quote:

    “Humor is the spiciest condiment in the feast of existence. Laugh at your mistakes but learn from them, joke over your troubles but gather strength from them, make a jest of your difficulties but overcome them.” 
    — Lucy Maud Montgomery

    Ryley Stout

    Personality Perk:

    Black Coffee

    – straightforward, inspiring, goal-oriented!

    Engage On:

    Teresa Chiapputo

    VP, Sales

    AKA: Air Traffic Controller

    Innovating In:

    Charlotte, NC

    Fast Facts:

    • Mother to two beautiful daughters
    • Former President of the ATD Jacksonville, FL Chapter
    • Passionate about traveling – Aruba is still my favorite!
    • Originally from Kansas
    • Rode the rollercoaster at the top of the Space Needle in Las Vegas

    Favorite Quote:

    “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the bullshit story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.”
    – Jordan Belfort

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Cheriann Cain

    Relationship Manager

    AKA: Multitasking Maven

    Innovating In:

    Jacksonville, FL since 2007

    Fast Facts:

    • Wife and momma
    • Volunteer for Girl Scouts and the Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville
    • Financial learning manager transitioned into pro project management
    • Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
    • Passion for nurturing relationships through integrity

    Favorite Quote:

    “You’ll never know everything about anything, especially something you love.”
    – Julia Child

    Cheriann Cain

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Brady Grover

    Relationship Manager

    AKA: Tactical Trailblazer

    Innovating In:

    San Diego, CA

    Fast Facts:

    • Happily married and a proud father of two girls and a pup
    • Board member and chapter leader – Pepperdine University, San Diego Alumni Association
    • Staunch artichoke, taco, and iced tea enthusiast
    • Advocate for mustaches and men’s health through the Movember Foundation

    Favorite Quote:

    “It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.”
    – Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

    Brady Grover

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Jessica Dinwiddie

    Director of Operations

    AKA: Master Connector

    Innovating In:

    Rio Rancho, NM since 2021

    Fast Facts:

    • Mom to one son and two fur babies
    • Learning leader with 19+ years in the financial sector
    • VR fitness enthusiast
    • Green chile connoisseur

    Favorite Quote:

    “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.”
    – Thomas A. Edison

    Jessica Dinwiddie

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Nicole Whitney

    Talent Acquisition Manager

    AKA: Talent Connoisseur

    Innovating In:

    St. Paul, MN since 2018

    Fast Facts:

    • Wife and mother to baby girl, Isla
    • Human resources leader since 2012
    • Lifelong advocate of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
    • Mini-goldendoodle lover
    • Avid reader and backyard summer night enthusiast

    Favorite Quote:

    “You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist.”
    – Indira Gandhi

    Nicole Whitney

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Maya Agapito

    Talent Acquisition Specialist

    AKA: Diversity Dynamo

    Innovating In:

    Portland, Oregon

    Fast Facts:

    • Member of the NAACP since 11 years old
    • Started Talent Acquisition journey in the Fashion industry
    • Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion and in my
    • Passionate about representative recruitment after eight years in talent acquisition
    • Performed on a Coupé Décalé all African women dance team called Les Fiyettes D’Afrique
    • Loves traveling for the sole purpose of trying foods of different cultures

    Favorite Quote:

    “Love life. Engage in it. Give it all you’ve got. Love it with a passion because life truly does give back, many times over, what you put into it.”
    – Maya Angelou

    Maya Agapito

    Personality Perk:

    Frappuccino

    – collaborative, creative, charismatic!

    Engage On:

    Samantha Heyl

    Financial Specialist

    AKA: Multitasking Ninja

    Innovating In:

    San Diego, CA since 2018

    Fast Facts:

    • Resident of sunny San Diego with my husband, baby boy, and crazy Dalmation
    • Aspiring baker during free time
    • Degree-holder in sociology with a passion for helping others
    • Crafty DIY-er by night

    Favorite Quote:

    “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”
    – Mahatma Gandhi

    Personality Perk:

    Espresso

    – hardworking, efficient, can-do attitude!

    Engage On:

    Emily Wooldridge

    Operations Administrator

    AKA: Eagle Eye Employee

    Innovating In:

    Los Angeles, CA since 2011

    Fast Facts:

    • Serves double duty at ttc as Senior Editor
    • Believes that constant learning is the key to happiness
    • Holds degrees in both English and Professional Baking
    • Loving rescue dog mom of a scaredy-cat German Shepherd
    • Has visited 10 countries and plans to keep traveling the world

    Favorite Quote:

    “You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you just might find you get what you need.”
    – Rolling Stones

    Emily Wooldridge

    Personality Perk:

    Cappuccino

    – detail-oriented, refined, adventurous!

    Engage On:

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