Elliot William S.

Stand-Up Comedian in Columbus and Nationwide

Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

About

I am a seasoned corporate trainer specializing in adult learning (andragogy) for top multinational corporations, U.S. defense training facilities, and higher education institutions across the U.S., Canada, and South Korea—targeting employees and military cadets with performance-based objectives that drive measurable outcomes and demonstrable learning transfer from the classroom to mastery of core competencies (working knowledge and applied expertise)—and my approach centers on blended learning (eLearning with instructor-led training), including simulation-based eLearning, to enable deliberate practice and authentic task scenarios. Like a flight simulator for pilots, e‑learning simulations enable mastery‑based repetition until flawless execution, with built‑in assessment engines for managers to track performance metrics (kpi) and validate competency—ensuring organizations can confidently expect employees to perform like seasoned professionals upon completion.

Experience

  • Standup Comedian at No-company. (Self-employed.)
    Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    ➤ Did some stand-up at an expat comedian club in Shanghai, China in 2013. ➤ Recently kick-started my stand-up comedy in Columbus, Ohio.

  • Investor at Self-employed
    Jan 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 6 mos

    ➤ Investor of stocks, crypto and other paper-based assets.

  • English Writer (virtual/remote) at Elegant Shoes Co
    Apr 2021 - Mar 2026 · 5 yrs

    ➤ Responsible for creating and editing content for various pamphlets. ➤ Ensure materials are clear, accurate, and aligned with the company’s branding and messaging.

  • Operational Analyst & Trainer (HR) at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
    Dec 2020 - May 2022 · 1 yr 6 mos

    ➤ Designed and standardized operational training programs for the HR department, driving process adherence and improving new hire onboarding efficiency. ➤ Conducted performance and process analyses to identify operational gaps, using data-driven insights to recommend solutions that reduced inefficiencies. ➤ Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate training effectiveness, providing targeted performance consulting to improve individual and team outcomes.

  • Senior Training Instructor, F-15 - U.S. Air Force / Royal Saudi Air Force Training Program at BlueForce Inc. - U.S. Air Force / Royal Saudi Air Force Partnership Traning Program
    Nov 2017 - Apr 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

    ➤ Spearheaded the design and deployment of performance-oriented eLearning simulations for Air Force cadets in a high-security defense facility, ensuring 100% compliance with strict federal (DOD/ DLIALC) training standards. ➤ Analyzed vocational skill gaps and operational workflows to develop targeted curriculum that enhanced trainee job-task proficiency and mission preparedness. ➤ Leveraged Articulate Storyline 360 and Adobe Captivate to convert legacy Flash training to HTML5, creating multiplatform learning solutions accessible across modern devices. ➤ Conducted specialized language proficiency assessments (ALCPT/ECL) to evaluate and improve trainee readiness.