Brendan Lake (he/him) is a faculty and instructional design leader exploring innovation in online learning models and care-driven learning experiences. His previous role includes Director of Digital Learning Initiatives for Thunderbird's 100 Million Learners project, and Assistant Director of Learning Design for Learning Enterprise's Universal Learner Courses. He has been an instructor for ASU, the University of Minnesota, and the University of Arizona. He holds four degrees, including a doctorate in music and a masters in educational technology, all from ASU.