Conference

The importance of purpose at work

• Finding ways to find your purpose and meaning at work
• How to own engagement at work
• Connecting your own purpose and meaning to the organisation’s values
• Using this knowledge to thrive in the dynamic world of work

Paul Hughes, Vice chair, The Learning Network

Opening Address

Part I: Unleashing the potential of AI: The future of workplace learning

Detlef Hold, MSc Work & Organizational Psychologist, Global Lead People & Organizational Capabilities, F. Hoffmann La Roche

Part II: Mastering L&D skill adaptation in the age of AI & intelligent machines

Trish Uhl, Founder, Owl’s Ledge LLC and expert on L&D and people analytics

The skilled-based organisation

• How to approach the transformation
• Where can things go wrong (and what mistakes did we make)?
• Deciding if you need to be an SBO and how to start climbing the mountain.

Asi DeGani, Director Skills & Talent Development, London Stock Exchange Group

Dani Saadu, Head of People & Culture, Wavemaker

Assessing the impact & value of learning

Implementing an agile learning strategy

• The need for an agile learning strategy in an evolving business landscape
• How HR disciplines can collaborate to provide a customer centric experience for employees
• Streamlined transformation to target the learning value proposition, aligned with the business strategy

Palo Kaur Dale, previously held global senior L&D roles at Meta and Kantar

Erica Farmer, Business Director, Quantum Rise Talent Group Ltd

Leadership in the modern world: merging empathy, authenticity, and performance

• Recognise the growing need for leaders to find a organic blend of purpose and performance
• Understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented in our contemporary, interconnected world and how they mould leadership styles
• Gain actionable strategies for leading with empathy and authenticity
• Highlight the of the balance between personal well-being and effective leadership, appreciating the value of authenticity

Lloyd Dean, Senior Global L&D Manager, AXA XL

A practical look at learning in the flow of work

• Enhance productivity and employee development
• Why do we need to talk about it?
• Fostering a workplace that promotes continuous learning
• Lessons learned in the real world

Kerry Richardson, L&D Consultant, Thames Water

Navigating the spectrum in a neurodiverse world

• Strategies for overcoming barriers through workplace support, inclusive design and allyship
• The mutual benefits of inclusive employment for both the individual and the workplace

Sean Gilroy, UX Principal for Inclusive Design & Accessibility, BBC UX&D and BBC CAPE Neurodiversity Co-lead

Leena Haque, Senior UX Designer, for Inclusive Design & Accessibility, BBC UX&D and BBC CAPE Neurodiversity Co-lead

Mastering the talent development and retention cycle

• Understanding the building blocks by identifying talent types in order to develop the right talent, in the right way, at the right time
• Influencing the C-Suite using a compelling value statement and data to embed a long-term talent strategy
• Leveraging the experience and expertise of the organisation’s capability to fulfil those talent development needs

Thomas Newman, Group Talent Development Lead, Together

Supporting, developing and retaining hybrid teams

• Latest hybrid working trends
• Key ingredients for a successful long term hybrid working strategy
• Practical tips for recruiting for hybrid teams

Dr Maren Deepwell, executive coach and author of ‘Leading Virtual Teams’

Banish the Sunday night blues – driving purpose

• Boosts productivity & innovation
• Support a culture that retains employees and improves morale and performance
• Create a happier place to work
• Straightforward techniques for leaders and individuals

Kirstin Furber, People Director, Channel 4