Emma Caradine Taber
Emma Caradine-Taber is an accomplished Learning and Development Manager and Certified Instructional Designer with over 11 years of experience in education and talent development, including nearly six years in corporate learning and development. Currently with Lima One Capital, she serves as a strategic business partner and trusted learning advisor, focused on preparing today’s workforce for tomorrow through innovative, results-driven training solutions. Emma brings a strong foundation in instructional design, leadership development, and performance optimization, paired with a deep commitment to continuous improvement.
Throughout her career, Emma has designed, implemented, and evaluated impactful learning programs that align closely with organizational goals and drive measurable results. Her experience spans corporate training, sales enablement, leadership development, and intern program management, with a proven ability to enhance employee engagement and accelerate skill development. Known for her adaptability, attention to detail, and collaborative leadership style, Emma excels at translating business needs into meaningful learning experiences that support both individual and organizational growth.
Emma began her career as an educator before transitioning into corporate learning, a background that continues to shape her learner-centered approach. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Maryland and a master’s degree in Educational/Instructional Media Design from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Recognized for her strong communication skills and passion for cultivating cultures of learning excellence, Emma remains dedicated to developing talent, empowering leaders, and building future-ready organizations.
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• Articulate Storyline Essential Training
• University of Maryland
• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• Circle of Excellence
• Best New Teacher Nominee
• Association of Talent Development
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to staying flexible and being a lifelong learner. Being open to change and continuously building my skills has allowed me to grow, adapt, and succeed across different roles and environments.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to advocate for yourself and have the data to support what you deserve. A mentor of mine, Victoria Heron, Director of HR, taught me how to confidently navigate business as a woman and speak up for myself with clarity and evidence.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field is navigating the current market and increasing competition. In my own career, a significant challenge has been stepping into organizations without an established culture of training, but that also presents a major opportunity to build impactful learning programs from the ground up and drive meaningful change.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are being a lifelong learner, practicing clear and effective communication, and confidently advocating for myself.