Brooke Appeldorn

Brooke Appeldorn is a seasoned professional in Learning and Development with extensive experience across multiple companies. Currently serving as Assistant Director of Learning & Development at Principal Financial Group since November 2019, Brooke previously held the position of Senior Learning & Development Analyst. Prior roles include Learning and Performance Consultant at Nationwide Insurance, where tenure lasted from February 2014 to November 2019, and Field Training Developer III at Aviva USA from August 2011 to February 2014. At Aviva, responsibilities included evaluating and delivering e-learning initiatives to support sales training needs and facilitating the Front Line Manager Program. Earlier experience includes positions such as Sr. Trainer at Nationwide Sales Solutions and Senior Training/Development Instructor at Allied Insurance. Brooke holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from Iowa State University.