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August 25, 03:19 PM
Summer at 8400 feet

The summer growing season is in full swing. Harvesting zukes, tomatoes, peppers and still some lettuce. Did I mention the broccoli? Huge heads. We have had a lot of rain and hot days. The flowers are perfect right now. No deer or elk have visited, just a few voles and believe it or not they haven’t done too much damage. The containers are flourishing. However, the nights are getting colder, so I have moved a few tomato and pepper plants into the greenhouse. I am hoping for a long autumn. Here are a few photos of the garden.


February 26, 01:14 PM
Ten inches of snow in Conifer

With only 2-4 inches predicted, I received 10 inches at my house at 8400 feet in Conifer, Colorado. Sometimes it seems like Denver and Conifer are worlds apart.  Spring will be here soon, so we should expect some big snow storms. It is a good time to think about getting help from your local Garden Coach expert. Make your appointment now before the list gets long. Happy thinking about gardening.


February 25, 06:35 PM
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March 28, 05:46 PM
The Garden Professor “Coach”

New to gardening indoors and outdoors in the Colorado mountains or in the Denver foot hills and really don’t want to hire an expensive landscape designer who isn’t experienced with mountain plants? Then you have found the right person to help you with your gardening needs. Yes, you can grow beautiful gardens above 5,280 feet. Now, is the time to get the expert advice from the High Garden Professor.

The Garden Professor or sometimes called the coach will assist you with choosing the correct plants for the right location whether it is at a mile high or up to 8,400+. Are you worried about the animals destroying your garden? Well nothing is fool proof, but my gardens prosper throughout the growing season and so can yours. I have been successfully gardening with perennials, annuals and vegetables mainly in containers for 17 years. Each year I am anxious to add on to existing gardens and try new varieties.

I will coach you in all parts of the Denver metro area, but I specialize in the Conifer, Evergreen and Morrison area. It is time to start growing your vegetables and herbs. In April and May I’ll be selling a varity of greenhouse grown vegetable, annuals, and herb seedlings. Stay tuned for more information.

The Garden Professor charges from $55 to $75 an hour including travel. Contact The Garden Professor at wprobee@gmail.com

Depending on your needs, I will:

  • recommend places to shop for indoor/outdoor plants

  • go plant shopping with you to help you select the best plants

  • suggest placement of plants (design)

  • advise on soil amendments

  • provide you with detailed information on how best to maintain your garden.

A new offer just released for all potential customers. The most economical way to see how your garden will look with the flowers you want is to set up an appointment for me to visit your garden. I’ll photograph your garden and provide you with before and after color photos for $75.00/hr.

To view flower landscapes and garden photographs, click on Landscaping Projects and/or Garden.  Click to see my indoor conservatoryTo read more about my landscaping and gardening background, click on Bio. To see samples of horticulture writings, click on Editorial. To read more about Pro2Designs: Photography with an Altitude, click on Home. To see references and a list of properties, click on Commercial Properties.


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Will Probeck, M.A.
E-Learning | Government | Techno Functional | ISD | Virtual 2/3D | Catapulting companies into 21st Century
E-Learning | Greater Denver Area, US

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wrprobeck@msn.com -- All invitations to connect are welcome, no IDK.

GLOBAL E-LEARNING,VIRTUAL EVENTS & NEW TECHNOLOGY MANAGER
Innovative eLearning Solutions | Virtual Events/Worlds Strategies | Global Learning| Consulting

Corporate/government e-Learning innovations expert with 7 years managing & implementing corporate/government training, virtual events, social media, Web 2.0 new learning technologies to create cutting-edge online, F2F courses in fast-paced education & training medical management; data storage; aviation; military; telecommunications; research & development; & commercial landscaping departments. Over 11 years managing & building strategic partnerships across a variety of education/training teams. Received multiple design awards and recognition for achievements.

I have a passion for moving education and training departments into the 21st century. I have successfully chosen new innovative technologies that have ultimately increased member registrations and user satisfaction.

Currently, I am interested in directing companies in implementing virtual 3D environments and consulting on best uses for incorporating Web 2.0 technologies into eLearning environments. In October I presented two presentations at the Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL) 2009 elearning conference in Salt Lake City, UT. Presentations were titled: Get a New Life: Success in a Virtual World and Web 2.0 Technologies that Really Work.

Nationally and locally published photographer and garden writer/presenter/poet.

INDUSTRIES
Healthcare, Data Storage; Aviation; Military; eLearning, Telecommunications; Research & Development; Commercial Landscaping, Oil & Gas, and Photography.
Specialties: • Global e-Learning • Virtual Events & New Technology • Social Media • Photography • On-site seminar management • Project Management • Curriculum Development • Web 2.0 Tools • Technical Writing • Product Marketing • Facilitator Training • Committee Leadership • Blended Learning • Webinars • Vodcast & Podcast • Simulations • Self-paced Learning • Instructor-led Training • LCMS • SME • WBT • CBT • Instructional Design • ADDIE • Team Building, Mentoring & Leadership

Experience

  • Nov 2010 - Present
    E-learning Specialist Project Lead / VA HAC
  • Feb 2010 - Present
    Corporate E-learning Manager, Senior Instructional Designer, Virtual Events & New Technology Manager / Pro2Designs
    I am actively pursuing new opportunities as an E-Learning manager, consultant, learning manager, expereinced Senior Instructional Designer, Social Media, Virtual Events & New Technology Manager throughout the Greater Denver, Colorado area. Landscape & horticulture photography. I am also willing to relocate nationally for the right situation.
  • Nov 2009 - Present
    Innovative E-learning Manager, Virtual Events & Worlds, and Web 2.0 New Technologies Consultant / Pro2Designs
    Served as Innovative E-learning manager, F2F seminars, LMS selection, Web Solutions, Virtual Events and Web 2.0, New Technologies Consultant, Photographer, Writer, Garden Professor
  • Sept 2004 - Nov 2009
    E-learning Innovations Manager / Medical Group Management Association
    As E-learning Innovations Manager, I averted the cost of a new Learning Management System (LMS) by automating course registration, saving association $55-$125K.

    Selected Achievements:
    • Pioneered the first virtual 3D conference during the company’s 2009 convention, from authoring the business plan & crafting the budget to sourcing vendors, marketing, content selection (audio/video streaming), innovating designs, performing assessments, collaborating with advisory boards & training internal & external customers. Additional revenue between $5-$10K. Projected savings in member travel and staff cost of $30-$75K.
    • Spearheaded the creation and launch of the Virtual Practice Manager medical simulation, directing training for college faculty, students, and members while cutting hosting costs by $7,200.
    • Crafted strategies to expand the number of universities utilizing the concept from initial pilot to 20 schools.
    • Dynamically built and managed online education program designing three high-level courses that exceeded budget by $100K in first year of development.
    • Innovator skilled in originating E-Learning courses on wide-ranging topics, including accounting, leadership, billing collections, Human Resources, quality management, financial management, IT security, and aviation training.
    • Directed the rapid yet qualitative expansion of facilitator-led and self-study SCORM compliant courses from 1 to 18, elevating member registrations and meeting pressing educational needs.
    • Orchestrated staff management, professional development, budget creation and administration, forecasting, and program marketing and promotions.
  • Jan 2002 - Sept 2004
    Web Designer & Photographer / Western Proscapes,Inc
    As Web Designer & Photographer, I spurred a 30% jump in the number of marketing commercial contracts procured by overhauling the company website, positioning the company as an industry leader in commercial design.
  • Jan 2001 - Jan 2002
    Web Designer & Photographer / Pro2Designs, LLC
    As Web Designer & Photographer, I created multi-faceted company designing websites from the initial analysis to writing, photography, graphics and programming.
  • Jan 1998 - Jan 2001
    Project Manager and Senior Instructional Designer & Developer / Exabyte Corporation
    As Project Manager and Senior Instructional Designer & Developer, I balanced numerous accounts concurrently, deftly innovating several technical handbooks, procedures, requirements, and web-based/print documents using well-honed project management and instructional design proficiencies. Managed technical writers, artists, programmers, and instructional designers in the creation of training materials within strict deadlines.

    Select Key Accomplishments:
    • Captured Society for Technical Communications (STC) awards for cutting-edge library storage automation products infused with WBT systems and computer-based training designs (CBT).
    • Devised new product launch updates and protocols coupled with on-demand educational modules, strengthening the efficiency of the sales and marketing department.
    • Drafted new staff training and mentoring policies and schedules, boosting overall productivity by enabling new hires to more quickly learn company processes and technologies.
    • Circumvented time and site training challenges for Europe-based sales, technical support, and marketing teams by utilizing distance learning and ILT seminars.
  • Jan 1996 - Jan 1998
    Instructional Courseware Developer and Technical Writer / FlightSafety Services Corporation
    Served as Instructional Courseware Developer and Technical Writer. Designed and programmed cutting-edge CBT's for Air Force pilots and navigators. Transformed Instructor-led Training to designing Interactive Animated Classroom (IAC) for Air Force instructors.
  • Jan 1986 - Jan 1989
    Technical Writer & Editor / Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
    Served as Technical Writer & Editor.

Education

  • 2008 - 2010
    University of Colorado at Denver
    MA in Information & Learning Technologies, eLearning Design and Implementation
  • 1997 - 1998
    Utah State University
    Certificate in Instructional Development
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    B.S in English Education (Literature)

Additional Information

Websites:
WIlliam Probeck's website, Virtual Worlds blog, Social Media Sites
Honors:
Exabyte: • Society of Technical Communication awards (WBTs); • Distinguished Employee Award; • Nationally Published Horticulture Writer, Photographer & Poet; • Kerker Quinn Creative Writing Award for Poetry, University of Illinois
Interests:
Virtual Events, Virtual Events Management, New Technology, New Technology Management, Project Management, Curriculum Development, Web 2.0 Tools, Product Marketing, Social Media, Facilitator Training, Committee Leadership, Blended Learning, eLearning, mLearning, Webinars, Webcasts, Virtual 2D Events, 3D Events, Vodcast, Podcast, Simulations, SPL, ILT, F2F, LCMS, SME, WBT, CBT, Instructional Design, ADDIE, Technical Writing, Team Building, Mentoring, Leadership, Web 2.0, Web 3.0, eLearning Technologies, Landscape & Garden Photography, Organic Gardening, Saving The Environment, Writing, Tennis, Great Sand Dunes, Michigan, Film, Poetry, Running, Sailing
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