Learning & Development Team
Our strategy is to provide professional and leadership development at all levels that is linked directly to supporting the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values; as well as, the execution of the strategic priorities related to enhancing and promoting development programs at all career stages.
Meet the Team
Debbie Lammers
Assistant Vice Chancellor, Learning and Development
debra.lammers@cuanschutz.edu | 303-724-9685
Specialty Areas: Professional development and consulting services, including but not limited to custom training courses for individuals and teams, individual and team coaching, 360 assessments, employee climate surveys, team building activities, strategic planning, and group meeting facilitation.
Bio: Debbie joined the University in March 2018, bringing with her a wealth of experience from the heavy industrial construction industry. In her previous roles, she led internal professional development initiatives, employee coaching, curriculum design, and course facilitation.
Debbie is an alumna of the University of Colorado Denver, where she earned her undergraduate degree in business and an MBA with an emphasis in HR and organizational learning. She furthered her education with a master’s degree in organizational development and curriculum design from CSU-Global.
With over 20 years of experience, Debbie has a proven track record in developing high-performing teams, designing and launching talent development initiatives, and delivering high-impact learning solutions. Her passion for learning and dedication to helping others grow both personally and professionally are evident in all her endeavors.
Top 5 Strengths: Achiever, Strategic, Learner, Responsibility, Relator
Kaitlin Norris
Learning and Development Consultant
kaitlin.norris@cuanschutz.edu | 303-724-9698
Specialty Areas: Inquiries and issues related to New Employee Orientation, individual and team DISC consultations, custom course requests, assistance with instructor led course registration, schedules and/or logistics, and resources available through Skillsoft or LinkedIn Learning.
Bio: Kaitlin joined the Learning and Development team in April 2019. Prior to this, Kaitlin worked in Talent Management/Recruitment at the Anschutz Medical Campus and at Illinois State University. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and Spanish as well as an MBA from Illinois State University. She has worked in higher education for 10+ years. Kaitlin considers herself a life-long learner and loves helping others grow and develop at CU.
Top 5 Strengths: Achiever, Maximizer, Learner, Harmony, Responsibility
Bio: Kaitlin joined the Learning and Development team in April 2019. Prior to this, Kaitlin worked in Talent Management/Recruitment at the Anschutz Medical Campus and at Illinois State University. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and Spanish as well as an MBA from Illinois State University. She has worked in higher education for 10+ years. Kaitlin considers herself a life-long learner and loves helping others grow and develop at CU.
Top 5 Strengths: Achiever, Maximizer, Learner, Harmony, Responsibility
Andrea Duran
Organizational Development Specialist
andrea.duran@cuanschutz.edu | 303-724-3391
Specialty Areas: Custom course requests, assistance with instructor led course registration, schedules and/or logistics, and resources available through Skillsoft or LinkedIn Learning.
Bio: Andrea began her career journey as a Strategy and Innovations Project Coordinator at the University of Colorado, Anschutz campus, overseeing project direction and execution for the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine. Prior to this, she served as a Special Projects Coordinator at the Office of Behavioral Health Strategies for the City and County of Denver, focusing on initiatives for vulnerable citizens. With over a decade at OpenWorld Learning (OWL), Andrea led STEM programs for low-income youth, progressing from Program Manager to Program Director. Holding both a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Colorado Denver and a Master's in Organizational Leadership from Regis University’s Anderson College of Business, Andrea brings expertise in program development, project management, staff training, and data-driven decision-making, driven by her commitment to inclusive environments and lifelong learning.
Top 5 Strengths: Ideation, Strategic, Achiever, Learner, Futuristic
Bio: Andrea began her career journey as a Strategy and Innovations Project Coordinator at the University of Colorado, Anschutz campus, overseeing project direction and execution for the Colorado Center for Personalized Medicine. Prior to this, she served as a Special Projects Coordinator at the Office of Behavioral Health Strategies for the City and County of Denver, focusing on initiatives for vulnerable citizens. With over a decade at OpenWorld Learning (OWL), Andrea led STEM programs for low-income youth, progressing from Program Manager to Program Director. Holding both a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Colorado Denver and a Master's in Organizational Leadership from Regis University’s Anderson College of Business, Andrea brings expertise in program development, project management, staff training, and data-driven decision-making, driven by her commitment to inclusive environments and lifelong learning.
Top 5 Strengths: Ideation, Strategic, Achiever, Learner, Futuristic
Allen L. Abbott
Organizational Development Consultant, Learning and Development
allen.abbott@cuanschutz.edu | 303-724-6798
Specialty Areas: Professional development and consulting services that include, but are not limited to: individual and team coaching, strategic planning & analysis, process assessment, KPI/OKR creation and alignment, executive reporting, 360 assessments, team building activities, and group meeting facilitation.
Bio: Prior to joining the University, Allen worked in various senior leadership roles for middle market B2B & B2C service providers that specialize in consumer and small business financial services. Throughout his career, he has created and overseen the implementation of corporate improvement strategies, including business process analysis, strategic planning implementation & tracking frameworks, KPI/OKR development and reporting, workforce planning, training and development systems integrations, and the rollout of enterprise-wide project management. Allen has a BA in Psychology from Rockhurst University, an MBA from the University of Missouri – Kansas City, and an MS in Leadership and Organizational Development from the University of Texas - Dallas.
Top 5 Strengths: Learner, Harmony, Context, Relator, Intellection
Katie Hamburg
Program Specialist
katherine.hamburg@cuanschutz.edu | 303-724-9684
Specialty Areas: LMS Administration, Data Analysis, Content Development, Course Facilitation
Bio: In August 2023, Katherine joined the University as the Program Specialist for the Learning and Development team. With 12 years of experience in education, including roles as a special education teacher and instructional designer, she brings a wealth of knowledge to this role. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology and a master's degree in education from Truman State University. She also earned a master’s certificate in autism spectrum disorders from the University of Kansas. Katherine is enthusiastic about applying her experience to advance professional development and community engagement at the CU Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus, reflecting her passion for inclusive learning environments.
Top 5 Strengths: Context, Connectedness, Harmony, Learner, Arranger
Bio: In August 2023, Katherine joined the University as the Program Specialist for the Learning and Development team. With 12 years of experience in education, including roles as a special education teacher and instructional designer, she brings a wealth of knowledge to this role. She holds an undergraduate degree in sociology and a master's degree in education from Truman State University. She also earned a master’s certificate in autism spectrum disorders from the University of Kansas. Katherine is enthusiastic about applying her experience to advance professional development and community engagement at the CU Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus, reflecting her passion for inclusive learning environments.
Top 5 Strengths: Context, Connectedness, Harmony, Learner, Arranger
Tamara Boxer
Learning and Development Coordinator
tamara.boxer@cuanschutz.edu
Bio: Passionate about personal growth and exploration, Tamara joined the Learning and Development team in August 2024. As a former stay-at-home mom, tutor, and social worker, she brings a unique perspective to learning with her compassionate approach and deep understanding of diverse needs and populations. She holds a BS in Family & Consumer Resources from the University of Arizona and a Graduate Certificate in HR Management from CSU-Global, which paved the way for her transition into the HR field. Outside of her professional life, Tamara enjoys exploring her creative interests, including music and art, which add a vibrant and imaginative dimension to her contributions as Learning and Development Coordinator.
Top 5 Strengths: Developer, Empathy, Relator, Futuristic, Individualization
Brian Rocz
Website Administrator
brian.rocz@cuanschutz.edu | 303-724-8006
Specialty Areas: Digital content management & development, quality assurance of standards and processes, graphic design, technical /copy writing.
Bio: Brian pursued a graduate degree and career change into learning design and development after years in hospitality. He attended the University of Colorado Denver where he received a BA in English writing and literature and a MA in information and learning technologies. He has a broad range of design experience which includes digital content design, writing, editing, eLearning, and 3D modeling/animation. He enjoys supporting educators and content creators with their design ideas and development projects. Brian is a lifelong learner whose interests lie in technology as it relates to content creation, education, social media, gaming, Web3, and the metaverse.
Top 5 Strengths: Intellection, Deliberative, Input, Analytical, Responsibility