Our Story
Inspired by the Third Coast Spirit of Innovation
Third Coast Learning draws its name from the Gulf Coast, often referred to as the “Third Coast”—a region defined by its resiliency, modern spirit, and flourishing industries. While the East and West Coasts capture much of the spotlight, the Third Coast thrives in its ability to adapt, innovate, and quietly drive progress. This same spirit fuels our approach to learning and development.
We believe that for businesses to flourish, they need modern, evidence-based training solutions designed to build resiliency in their workforce. Just as the Third Coast has weathered challenges and emerged stronger, we help organizations navigate the evolving demands of today’s workplace with agility and purpose.
At Third Coast Learning, we aim to be a beacon for organizations seeking more than just training—we provide a pathway to sustainable growth and success. Together, we’ll build resilient teams that are equipped to not only meet the challenges of today but to thrive well into the future.
Our Vision and Mission
Vision
To empower individuals and organizations with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to navigate the complexities of the modern workplace, fostering innovation, adaptability, and sustainable success.
Mission
To devise, design, and deliver transformative, evidence-based learning experiences that bridge the gap between traditional training and the demands of today’s dynamic industries, equipping professionals to excel in real-world challenges.
Founder & Chief Learning Officer:
Renée Johnson-Richter
With over 30 years of experience in instructional design, e-learning development, and workforce training, Renée Johnson-Richter founded Third Coast Learning to empower organizations with innovative, evidence-based strategies for workplace skills development. Her expertise spans leadership roles at Fortune 200 companies, higher education, impactful regional initiatives like UpSkill Coastal Bend, and global thought leadership through IEEE ICICLE, making her a trusted authority in the learning and development (L&D) industry.
Renée bridges the gap between learning science and real-world application, offering customized solutions rooted in cutting-edge research. With advanced technical expertise in e-learning development and mastery of technologies like xAPI, Learning Record Stores (LRS), and learning analytics, she ensures organizations benefit from modern, data-driven training solutions that drive measurable results.
Her leadership and performance improvement qualifications include designing and implementing scalable corporate training programs, facilitating executive leadership workshops, and developing strategies that optimize workforce performance. By aligning learning initiatives with business objectives, Renée helps organizations achieve sustainable growth and long-term success.
Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Learning Sciences, Renée specializes in instructional design, educational technology, and 21st-century workplace skills development. Through Third Coast Learning, she is committed to helping businesses navigate workforce development challenges with innovative, evidence-based solutions that foster employee success and organizational excellence.
The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence—it is to act with yesterday’s logic.
-Peter Drucker
Why Smart Organizations Turn to Us for Future-Forward Training Solutions
Who We Serve
We collaborate with organizations across industries to build essential 21st-century skills, elevate leadership capabilities, and achieve sustainable growth through customized learning solutions. Our clients include businesses navigating workforce transitions, embracing technological innovation, and seeking high-impact training strategies.
Our Purpose
To enable organizations to meet workforce and leadership challenges head-on by offering research-driven learning and development solutions. We are dedicated to helping clients cultivate skills that align with modern workplace demands and drive measurable results.
Our Promise
Our mission is to be a trusted partner for organizations aiming to transform their teams and achieve excellence through innovative learning strategies. We are committed to delivering impactful solutions that foster growth, adaptability, and success.
Learning & Development Services
Strategic L&D Planning
Comprehensive strategic planning services that align learning and development initiatives with organizational goals, ensuring a measurable impact on performance and business outcomes.
Needs Assessment & Analysis
In-depth needs assessments and gap analyses to identify skill deficiencies and training opportunities, providing data-driven insights to inform learning strategies.
Customized Training Development
Bespoke training development services that cater to the unique needs of your organization, ensuring that training is relevant, impactful, and aligned with business goals.
E-Learning Design & Development
End-to-end e-learning solutions, including instructional design, content creation, and platform integration, to create engaging and effective online learning experiences.
Facilitation & Training Delivery
Expert facilitation and delivery of training programs, both in-person and virtually, ensuring an engaging and effective learning experience for all participants.
L&D Program Evaluation & Improvement
Comprehensive program evaluations to assess the effectiveness of existing L&D initiatives and provide actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.