Instructional Design Curriculum Development Professional Learning

Rooted in strategy. Built for impact.

Meet the Founder

Hi, I’m Sarah Anne Watkins, founder of Oak City Learning. Based in Raleigh, NC, I bring over 15 years of experience in instructional design, curriculum development, and educational strategy. My work bridges corporate, academic, and virtual environments, helping organizations create effective, engaging learning experiences that drive real results.

At Oak City Learning, I specialize in end-to-end learning solutions, from needs analysis and curriculum design to eLearning development and implementation. Whether you're building onboarding programs, compliance training, or digital courses, I focus on aligning every learning touchpoint with your business goals.

I’m known for my collaborative approach, clear communication, and learner-first mindset. With a Master’s in Instructional Technology and Design, I bring both strategic insight and technical expertise to every project, leveraging the right tools and methods to enhance engagement, accessibility, and retention.

Let's Create Learning that Works

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We partner with organizations across industries, including corporate teams, nonprofits, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and growing businesses. Whether you’re a small HR or L&D team or a large enterprise, we tailor learning solutions to meet your goals, scale with your organization, and support real-world performance.

  • Project timelines vary based on scope and complexity, but most projects take 4–12 weeks. During discovery, we align on goals, deliverables, and milestones, and we maintain clear communication throughout the project so there are no surprises.

  • We design training that supports real work, including:

    • Onboarding and enablement

    • Process and systems training

    • Role-based upskilling

    • Leadership and manager development

    • Compliance and risk-based training

    Everything is tailored - no off-the-shelf content.

  • We design learning to fit how your teams work:

    • Interactive eLearning

    • Facilitator-led workshops (virtual or in-person)

    • Blended learning programs

    • Self-paced, scalable courses

    Single sessions or full programs, built for clarity, consistency, and impact.

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