Amber O’Neal

Bridging Technology, Education, and Leadership

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Emerging professional in instructional design, bringing extensive experience in enterprise systems and a strong focus on integrating artificial intelligence into education in practical and ethical ways.

Professional Goals

  • Advance leadership in AI integration in education

  • Design and deliver professional development programs

  • Promote ethical use of technology

  • Continue growth in instructional design and leadership

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Professional Bio

Senior IT Specialist and Enterprise Product Manager with over 15 years of experience leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives across the Department of the Air Force. Experienced in aligning policy, systems, and stakeholder needs to deliver enterprise solutions in complex environments.

Currently pursuing a Master of Education in Instructional Design and Technology at Liberty University, with a focus on integrating artificial intelligence into education in practical and ethical ways. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Education with a concentration in Business Administration from Wayland Baptist University (2009).

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Skills, Certifications & Experience

  • Enterprise System Modernization

  • Project & Product Management (Agile / SAFe)

  • Data Analysis & Decision Support

  • Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Instructional Design (in development)

  • Artificial Intelligence Tools (ChatGPT, Copilot)

Certifications & Training

  • ICAgile Certified Professional – Agile Project & Delivery (ICP-APM), 2025

  • Project Management Certificate – Texas Tech University, 2024

  • Professional Manager Certification, 2013

  • M.Ed., Instructional Design & Technology, Liberty University (In Progress)

  • B.S., Occupational Education (Business Administration), Wayland Baptist University, 2009

Experience & Leadership

  • 15+ years supporting Department of the Air Force initiatives

  • Enterprise-level HR and pay system modernization

  • Cross-functional leadership across government and contractor teams

  • Data-driven decision-making and process improvement

  • 29 years of service in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard

Skills

Leadership Approach

Collaborative I work across teams and stakeholders to build alignment and deliver solutions that meet both mission needs and strategic goals.

Data-Driven I use data and feedback to guide decisions, ensuring solutions are practical, effective, and continuously improving.

Technology-Focused I focus on integrating emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, in ways that are practical, ethical, and results-driven.

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Personal Theory of Learning

Developed a personal theory of learning grounded in experience, relationships, and leadership. This work integrates major learning theories and a biblical worldview to establish a foundation for how individuals learn, grow, and apply knowledge in real-world settings.

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Academic Work

Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education (Debate)

Examined the impact of artificial intelligence in higher education through structured analysis and debate. This assignment explored academic integrity, institutional responsibility, and the ethical implications of AI use in educational environments.

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Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education (Poster)

Created a visual presentation highlighting the role of artificial intelligence in student engagement and instructional practice. This project focused on clearly communicating key concepts and practical applications of AI in an accessible format

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AI in Education Professional Development Program

Designed a three-module professional development program focused on the practical and ethical integration of artificial intelligence in education. This project brings together theory, analysis, and application to support real-world implementation and educator readiness.

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Selected work demonstrating the application of learning theory, leadership, and artificial intelligence in education.

This work reflects a progression from foundational learning theory to applied practice in artificial intelligence and education.

Professional References

  • Ms. Sarah Webb sarah.webb@kpmg.com

  • Mr. Marc McAlister marc.mcalister@us.af.mil

  • Ms. Julie Harvey jrharvey@gmail.com

  • Ms. Cheryl Holt cholt@hotmail.com

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