Visit the World of Learning 2018 for more opportunities to discover the latest in L&D with a variety of exhibitors, The Technology Test Drive, Learning Design Live, live workshops, one-to-one consultations, free seminars and its renowned annual conference.
Venue: Hall 4, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
An essential two-day conference for all senior L&D professionals
A visit to the World of Learning presents L&D professionals with an invaluable time and cost-efficient opportunity to share experiences and learn from others how to best overcome the hurdles and ensure you are delivering the solutions the business needs to stay ahead.
What makes the conference unique?
By combining extensive research with authoritative input from key industry figures, the conference programme provides an up-to-the-minute overview of the vital issues facing the senior L&D professional.
Featuring high-profile case studies, interactive seminars and discussion forums, the World of Learning conference programme focuses on the current issues of most concern to L&D professionals. Takeaways from the conference include genuine and inspiring solutions for your day-to-day and long-term business objectives.
The World of Learning Conference presents delegates with a fascinating combination of first-hand case-study presentations, lively panel debates and discussions, and interactive workshops.
WoL 2018
Programme
Conference Programme 2018
The World of Learning Conference is the most comprehensive event for all aspects of learning and development. Be inspired by leading thinkers and practitioners and uncover the current issues affecting L&D professionals today. Find out about the latest innovations and look ahead to the future of workplace learning.
As a conference delegate, take advantage of the below sessions. Reserve your place at the conference by booking in advance here.
To download a PDF of the conference programme, click here
Book by 14 September to take advantage of up to 30% off the standard booking rate*.
Tuesday 16 October
Platinum session (Platinum delegates only)
P2: 09:10 – 10:05
What L&D can learn from the way brands understand and connect with consumers
Siobhán Woodrow | Y&R London
Opening keynote address (for all delegates)
A1: 10:20 – 11:00
Curators vs enforcers: what’s the future of L&D?
Rafal Szaniawski | Deloitte Switzerland
Morning sessions (delegates choose one of three)
A2: 11:10 – 12:00
Digital transformation in Learning & Development
Nebel Crowhurst | River Island
Mike Collins | River Island
A3: 11:30 – 12:20
A holistic approach for learning: something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue
Barbara Thompson | PA Consulting Group
A4: 11:25 – 12:15
Funding your programmes – how to use the Apprenticeship Levy to deliver more
Ennis Reid | Quilter
Afternoon sessions part one (delegates choose one of two sessions)
A5: 14:00 – 14:30
The key ingredients for learning impact
Dr. Ina Weinbauer-Heidel | Institute for Transfer Effectiveness
Paul Matthews | People Alchemy
A6: 13:45 – 14:15
There is a magic bullet: it’s called good design
Rob Hubbard | LAS
Afternoon sessions part two (delegates choose one of two sessions)
A7 14:45 – 15:30
The role of L&D as change makers
Melanie Lepine | Domestic and General
A8 15:00 – 15:45
Debate – AI: show me the money
Chair: Dr. Ben Betts | HT2 Labs
Nick Shackleton-Jones | PA Consulting Group
Chris Littlewood | Filtered
Closing keynote (for all delegates)
A9: 16:00 – 16:45
Making learning cool – challenging learner perceptions
Di Macdonald | Former Director of Learning | L’Oreal