Buddy Steele is director of learning and creative media at Gallup, based in the Dallas, Texas area. He leads work at the intersection of Gallup’s behavioral science, workplace research, learning architecture and creative media. His focus is translating Gallup’s insights into learning experiences, curriculum pathways and development programs that help leaders, managers and organizations drive meaningful behavior change and performance outcomes.

In his role, Buddy works across Gallup’s learning, consulting, product and creative teams to architect scalable learning solutions for clients. He also leads Gallup’s global multimedia strategy and creative vision, with an emphasis on using media as a tool for workplace learning, leadership development and personal growth.

Prior to joining Gallup, Buddy owned and operated a consulting agency specializing in organizational learning and development, instructional design, curriculum development, change management, and strategic growth initiatives. His client portfolio included global enterprise businesses, nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions.

Buddy has published research articles as an expert on topics related to technology-enabled workplace learning, motivational psychology in learning environments and learner engagement in the workplace. He has been a frequent presenter at international conferences, such as The International Society for Technology in Education, E-Learn, and The Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, and has contributed chapters in various publications focused on higher education and workplace learning. He has also taught graduate-level courses on instructional systems design and adult learning principles.

Buddy holds a doctorate in learning technologies from the University of North Texas. He also has a master’s degree in instructional technology from Texas Tech University and a bachelor’s degree in film and digital media from Baylor University.