Samuel Apata is a dedicated instructional designer with over 8 years of experience developing and
retaining talent for organizations like T-Mobile, GM Financial, and Starbucks. He holds a
graduate degree in Instructional Systems Design from the University of Maryland Baltimore County
(UMBC). Samuel is well-versed in creating motivational and meaningful learning that develops skills and
inspires better performance. He is also a regular contributor to the Articulate E-Learning Community.
Samuel currently leads a Special Interest Group (SIG) session on Instructional Design at ATD Fort Worth
Mid-Cities where he also volunteers as Past President.