Dennis Funk

Gig Harbor, WA 98332
📞 253.303.2525 | 📧 dennis@edifitraining.com
🌐 www.edifitraining.com

Professional Summary

Seasoned leadership educator, coach, and facilitator with over 27 years and 20,000+ hours of experience across military, academic, corporate, and workforce development settings. Expert in experiential learning, leadership development, organizational training, and curriculum design. Known for delivering impactful, high-intensity programs that challenge individuals and teams to grow through adversity and action.

Education

·       Graduate Certificate, Organizational Leadership – Chapman University, 2008

·       M.A., Management – University of Phoenix, 2006

·       B.S., Workforce Education, Development & Training – Southern Illinois University, 2000

·       A.S., Instructor of Military Science and Technology – Community College of the Air Force, 1998

·       A.S., Information Management – Community College of the Air Force, 1997

Formal Teaching & Training Experience

27 Years | 20,000+ Hours | 20,000+ Learners

·       Edifi Training – Founder, Coach & Facilitator

2021–Present | 50+ Hours

Leadership Development, Coaching, Communication, Team Dynamics

·       Olympic College – Dean of Manufacturing & Trades | Professor

2014–Present | 400+ Hours

Courses: Human Relations, Servant Leadership, Public Speaking, Systems Thinking

·       Skookum Contract Services – Senior Consultant & Trainer

2016–2021 | 2,000+ Hours

Designed & Delivered 100+ Custom Programs (Soft Skills, KSAs)

·       WA State Agencies – Instructor / Consultant (Contract)

2011–2014 | 2,400+ Hours

Dependable Strengths, Career Mapping, Goal Exploration

·       Washington Youth Academy – Commandant / Cadre

2008–2011 | 700+ Hours

Life Skills, Community Service, Leadership, Military Doctrine

·       WWEE – Part-Time Instructor

2007–2008 | 200+ Hours

Job Readiness, Computer Skills, Financial Literacy

·       Southern Illinois University – Visiting Professor

2008 | 28 Hours

Instructional Methods and Materials

·       USAF – Basic Military Training – Instructor

2000–2004 | 10,000+ Hours

Core Military Training, Leadership, Discipline, Communication

·       USAF – Airman Leadership School – Instructor

1996–2000 | 5,000+ Hours

Leadership, Communication, Profession of Arms

Credentials & Certifications

·       Certified Coach Practitioner (CCP) – ICF, 2021

·       Mental Health First Aid Responder – National Council, 2022

·       Motivational Interviewing – MINT Certified, 2013

·       Dependable Strengths Instructor – Center for DS, 2013

·       Crisis Prevention & Intervention (CPI) – 2008

·       Instructional Systems Development (ISD) – 2004

·       Self-Aid Buddy Care Instructor – USAF, 2001

·       Military Training Instructor Course (20 hrs) – USAF, 2001

·       Seven Habits of Highly Effective People – 1998

·       Occupational Instructor Certification – CCAF, 1998

·       Academic Instructor School – Air University/USAF, 1996

·       Combat Ministry Course – USAF, 1995

·       STOP THE BLEED (Certified) – American College of Surgeons, 2025

·       Basic Boot Camp for Prof-Tech Instructors – Olympic College, 2023