Train and Inspire partners with nonprofits and higher education institutions to build AI-literate online learning experiences and tell the transformational stories that move donors, engage learners, and spark lasting change.
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Everything we do is organized around two powerful ideas — building smarter learners and inspiring deeper impact.
Online Learning & AI Education
We design engaging, AI-resilient online learning experiences that move learners from the classroom into the workforce — ready, responsible, and confident.
Storytelling & Donor Engagement
We help organizations find, shape, and share the stories that transform audiences into partners — creating lasting relationships built on trust and real impact.
We bring together decades of media production, academic AI implementation, and international nonprofit storytelling — all focused on your people.
We don't bolt AI on as an afterthought. Every course and story strategy is built with ethical, human-centered AI integration from the start.
Documentary filmmakers at heart, we know that the most powerful data point is a human story told well. We help you find it and share it.
With experience filming in dozens of countries and partnering with the UN, World Bank, and USAID, we bring a broad lens to local missions.
15+ years inside university systems means we understand faculty culture, LMS constraints, and what actually engages students online.
We believe learners are humans first. Our courses are designed as safe spaces for growth — not rigid penalty systems or knowledge gatekeeping.
We operate as thought partners embedded in your mission — building bridges from where you are to where you want to go, then coaching you across.
Michael, Wesley, and Aaron bring together filmmaking, educational technology, and international nonprofit storytelling in one collaborative team.
WD
Nonprofit Storytelling & Video Strategy
9 years in Washington D.C. helping nonprofits raise money through transformational stories. Led video production for the U.S. Institute of Peace's Online Global Academy, partnering with the UN, World Bank, and USAID.
AF
Documentary Filmmaker & Creative Director
Producer, DP, and editor with a documentary focus and a passion for telling stories that move audiences to partner with organizations for social change. Licensed FAA drone operator.
MJ
Education & AI Innovation Lead
20+ years of media production and educational technology. Former Assistant Director of IWU's Future Learning Lab. Expert in AI-assisted learning, gamification, and XR development.
From faculty colleagues to LinkedIn connections, here is what people say about the Train & Inspire founders.
"Mike is a highly experienced creative who has been at the forefront of applying AI in education and training. He brings real depth, thoughtful leadership, and impeccable character."
"His curiosity about new technology, processes, and design is contagious. He leads with courage to innovate. He's hardworking and, most importantly, he is kind."
"One of the most innovative educators I have had the pleasure of working with. If you're looking for an AI implementation expert, this is the guy!"
"Professor Jones was the most patient and caring teacher I have had so far. He really cares about students and their success."
"If you are looking for an AI whiz with a passion for education, look no further! Mike is super creative and he really knows his stuff."
"This has been my favorite class to date. The zoom calls are the best — they helped me learn so much more and retain that information."
Whether you're a nonprofit looking to raise more through better storytelling or a higher ed institution ready to modernize your online learning — we want to hear from you.
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