Distance Learning Intergrators Inc.

J. Richard Gividen

J. Richard "Rick" Gividen is founder of Distance Learning Integrators (DLI), an Arizona based firm specializing in the implementation and continuous improvement of organizational distance learning programs. He is coauthor of the best selling book, Distance Learning: A Step-by-Step Guide for Trainers, published by the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD). Prior to founding Distance Learning Integrators, Rick served for over 15 years in varied training, information management and leadership positions in the U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard (ARNG). As the Distance Learning Officer for the ARNG, Rick planned, managed and implemented distance learning training events to thousands of personnel across the United States, as well as Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. His work with the Government Alliance for Training and Education (GATE) was instrumental in some of the first interagency cooperative distance learning ventures in the U.S. federal government.

His engaging instructional style, coupled with over 15 years of training technology and workplace training experience have led to his popularity as a speaker at international distance learning conferences and seminars.

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