Maximize Human Efficiency

Bubo was founded in 2015 by Mark Evans, a learning design expert with over 20 years' experience in the industry. At first, Bubo WAS Mark... until word started to spread about the kind of work the organization was producing. A few short years later, Bubo is quickly becoming an respected name in Learning Design, producing high-quality work for several high-profile clients.

Purpose

Our purpose is simple: bringing high-quality learning experiences to the world. Our clients, along with their employees and customers, have experienced what this means—and so can YOU!

Vision

We see a future where learning is always engaging, effective, and memorable—even fun. We see a future where workforces are properly trained to meet any challenge. We see a future where partners come to the table prepared and informed to work together. We see a future where customers have an accessible entry point into organizations designed to serve them. We have a vision of a world that isn't just connected but properly informed.

Strategy

Our goal is to deliver the eLearning experience that best meets YOUR needs. Our process allows you to steer the project in your preferred direction at every stage—from conception to content and from production to delivery and deployment. We consult with you at key points to ensure we deliver exactly the course you want, on time and budget.

Our Team

BUBO LEARNING DESIGN is a learning development firm based in Plano, Texas. Since 2015, Bubo has deployed its unique talents to serve a variety of clients. Our staff’s experience in learning design brings years of talent, customer service insight, and ingenuity (not to mention empathy and humor) to compete with anyone in the industry. You’ll see what we mean once we put our skills to work for you!

We owe all of our successes to the strength of our team. The diverse backgrounds and perspectives our team members bring to each project ensure that every learning experience we create is unique.

Mark Evans

Chief Executive Officer

Mark is Bubo’s founder and CEO. He has over 20 years of experience in the Learning and Design industry, and an M.B.A. from Indiana University Kelley School of Business and B.A. in Journalism from Texas A&M University. He is currently completing a Ph.D in learning technologies from the University of North Texas.

Grace McLinn

Learning Director

Grace is our Learning Director, Client Partner, and Lead Instructional Designer. In her time as an ID, Grace has developed training across a variety of industries, including non-profit, distribution, manufacturing, healthcare, and quality systems. She holds a B.A. from Hood College.

Robert Powers

Creative Director

Robert is our Learning Engagement Director who communicates the client’s vision to our digital teams and is intimately involved with key accounts like yours in creative execution. Robert has spent the last several years working on professional services accounts and carries a B.F.A. from the University of Texas at Dallas.

Ladrell James

Video Producer | Photographer

Ladrell is certified in marketing automation and shapes content deployment strategies for our clients. He also has 20 years of experience in video production and has been a part of award-winning television, commercial, and motion picture productions.

Michelle Reiff

Quality Assurance | 508 Compliance

Michelle is responsible for performing Quality Assurance, managing Procurement, and testing for 508 Compliance. She has a B.B.A. in Marketing from Kent State University with a minor in French.

Ben Smith

Instructional Designer | Assessments

Ben is an Instructional Designer and Scriptwriter. He holds an M.A. in English literature from the University of North Texas and a B.A. from the University of Alabama.

Cari Bates

Project Manager | Developer

Cari manages project timelines and communication. She is also a 3D digital artist, a 2D animator, and a Storyline content producer. She holds a B.F.A. from the Savannah College of Art and Design.

Jeremy Cooke

Motion Graphics | Animation Developer

Jeremy is our lead animator and puppeteer. He creates assets in all Adobe Suite applications and assists in course production during the final development.