Experience the World of Learning at the NEC Birmingham on 7 & 8 October 2025

World of Learning is the UK’s most comprehensive event for all aspects of Learning and Development. Showcasing a wide-range of solutions in everything from virtual classroom and learning management systems to experiential and classroom learning, the event is a ‘one-stop-shop’ for L&D professionals looking for a complete blend of learning solutions and inspiration.

With new methods and technologies constantly altering the way people learn, organisations need to keep pace with the latest L&D developments. World of Learning offers the unique opportunity to see developments, hear from leading industry experts, and meet face-to-face with learning providers, all in an informal and interactive setting.

Free Registration

Join us on 4 & 5 February 2025 at Olympia London for the UK’s most comprehensive Summit dedicated to the World of Learning and Development.

Exhibitor Highlights 2024

Rise Up

An all-in-one training solution delivering a true learning experience Rise Up delivers a dynamic and impactful learning…

Blossom

Blossom is the world’s most comprehensive Learning Management software platform for full management and control of learning, staff training, regulation, collaboration, communication, engagement, and much more.

Bridge

Bridge is a learning management (LMS), employee development, and performance management, career planning, and…

C-me

Your go-to solution for enhancing team performance and growing in self-awareness

Inspiration zones & interactive features…

This years’ Exhibition saw the return of visitor-favourite features and zones, such as the Mental Wellbeing Zone, Learning Design Live seminars, Immersive Learning Suite, as well as new additions like Meet the Author and Marketing Advice Surgery! Scroll down to learn more.

Mental Wellbeing Zone

An opportunity to discuss mental health awareness and ways of creating healthy, regenerative workplaces in an interactive and informal setting. Facilitated by Jigsaw@Work, the team will be running group workshops over the two days, as well as the opportunity to discuss mental wellbeing one-on-one. The workshops are free to attend for all visitors, no pre-booking required.

Learning Design Live

Gather in-depth advice and share ideas with other design specialists in this conference stream, specifically for anyone involved in learning tech design. This is always a popular feature of World of Learning so we recommend arriving 5 minutes early to secure a seat!

Business & Networking Lounge

The Business and Networking Lounge is the perfect place to relax, connect, and reflect on the new learnings and opportunities during your visit…all whilst enjoying something refreshing and delicious!

 

The Life Skills Lounge

Refreshed for 2024! The Life Skills Lounge, Facilitated by Liggy Webb, provides access to a host of complimentary bite-sized books and digital resources designed to support L&D professionals to develop their own skillsets as well as those of their workforces.

Meet the Author

Develop your industry knowledge and meet the experts behind leading L&D books in this free feature open to all.

Roundtable Sessions

Join these interactive 30-minute roundtable sessions, led by industry experts, and take part in a lively discussion with your peers. A great opportunity to learn from one another and network. Sessions are open to all visitors.

Marketing Advice Surgery

Struggling to get engagement? You’re not alone. In fact, it’s L&D’s biggest challenge. But have no fear, marketing for learning® trailblazers, MAAS Marketing, are here to help solve all your engagement problems. From L&D brands and learning campaigns, to stakeholder management – we can help you solve all of your marketing woes.

Come and visit the marketing advice surgery at World of Learning, where in just 15 minutes, the MAAS experts will give you their thoughts, advice, and top tips to help you overcome your engagement challenges.

Thrive Cocktail Lounge

Visit the Thrive team to explore the latest innovations in AI learning, customer content, and more. While you’re there, be sure to collect your FREE drinks token and head over to the Thrive Cocktail Lounge in the Visitor Café, where you will enjoy handcrafted cocktails and connect with fellow L&D professionals.

Benefits of Attending

Expand your network

Meet with fellow L&D professionals to share experiences and collaborate in an informal setting

Learn from industry leaders

Gain insights from L&D experts on the latest industry challenges and how to overcome them

Access free content

Immerse yourself in the world of L&D with a free seminar programme plus exclusive show features

Discover new tools

Experience a complete blend of learning solutions and inspiration with industry-leading providers

Our Partners

We work closely with our long-standing partners across the L&D space to bring you the highest-quality, most up to date content across the exhibition and conference.

Seminar Highlights from recent events

Enjoy some of the highlights of our free-to-attend seminars January 2024 and October 2023 for a feel of the useful insights and pragmatic solutions you can expect from the live 2024 seminar sessions.