Valerie D. Peterson
Project Management | Instructional Design | Strategic Consultant
With over 25 years of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to driving mission-critical results through a unique blend of structured oversight and creative learning solutions. As the founder of SYL Consulting and Learning Services, LLC, I bridge the gap between complex organizational goals and high-impact execution.
My journey is rooted in a simple yet powerful philosophy: collaboration over competition. Whether I am leading cloud implementations for global healthcare clients or designing learner-centered e-learning experiences, I believe the best work is created when diverse talents align. My approach is defined by a "calm in the storm" presence—bringing clarity, structure, and unwavering focus to initiatives that others might find overwhelming.
I am a proud lead of a Black-owned and Female-owned EDWOSB, committed to creating work that is greater than the sum of its parts. Based in the Washington D.C. Metro area, I continue to partner with organizations that value experience-backed results and a collaborative spirit.
"Guided by experience. Driven by collaboration. Let’s build something meaningful together."
ASG
I support the USCIS VIS Security Operations team. I collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to solve complex security problems.
SLALOM, LLC.
As a high-performing consultant for USCIS, I bridged the gap between technical requirements and secure business solutions.
APEI, Inc.
I led the Salesforce CRM implementation for 600 employees, managing project resources, performance, and security protocols.
IBM
I managed Cloud Implementations for healthcare clients, serving as the primary lead and decision-maker for Team IBM for 20 years.
A Journey Of Experience
For more than 25 years, I have led projects, partnered with talented teams, and learned from every engagement. That journey shaped SYL Consulting into a focused, reliable partner for thoughtful change.
Values That Shape My Work
I believe collaboration and work-life balance create better outcomes. I listen first, respect each person's expertise, and design project and learning solutions that support both results and the people delivering them.
Blending Practice And Scholarship
My Master of Science in Learning Design and Technology from UMGC allowed me to refine my craft through real artifacts, including storyboards, design documents, and complete learning modules that demonstrate current, evidence-based instructional design capability.
Purpose And Aspirations
My mission is to help organizations and professionals deliver clear projects and meaningful learning. My vision is lasting improvements that respect people's time, strengthen teams, and support sustainable performance.