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From Hype to Impact—Where AI in L&D Stands Today
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Three years on from the launch of ChatGPT, are we still in an era of big claims and no evidence? For answers, join Donald H Taylor and Eglė Vinauskaitė as they share the findings of their latest report, AI in L&D: The race for impact, their third annual report exploring how L&D is putting AI to use.
Drawing on in-depth case studies and a survey of more than 500 practitioners from over 50 countries, Eglė and Donald will come to some far-reaching conclusions about the progress L&D is making, along with suggestions on what you can do to make best use of AI.
Key Takeaways:
- Insights into how leading companies are using AI for L&D today
- L&D’s focus on content creation – and why it’s a concern
- Surprising AI uses that go beyond the norm
- Achieving high L&D performance using AI
- How L&D’s role is changing, as AI changes the way we work
All attendees will receive an exclusive checklist: “5 Everyday L&D Tasks AI Can Transform Today”—a ready-to-use guide to help you take immediate, focused action
About the speakers:
Donald H. Taylor | Lead Researcher, L&D Global Sentiment Survey
Donald H. Taylor has worked in learning and technology since the mid-1980s.
He has chaired the Learning Technologies Conference in London since 2000 and writes and speaks world-wide about Learning and Development (L&D). His annual L&D Global Sentiment Survey, started in 2014, provides a unique perspective on L&D trends from over 100 countries. From 2010 to 2021, he chaired the Learning and Performance Institute.
He chairs the Workforce Development board for VC firm Emerge Education, and advises several EdTech start-ups.
The author of Learning Technologies in the Workplace, Donald is a graduate of Oxford University and the recipient of an honorary doctorate from London’s Middlesex University.
Egle Vinauskaite | AI Adoption & Capability Strategist, Node
Named one of HR’s Most Influential Thinkers in 2025, Egle Vinauskaite is the award-winning director of Nodes, a studio focused on the people side of AI adoption. Her deep expertise in learning, behaviour and technology has made her a sought-after advisor for blue-chip companies and next-gen edtech startups alike. Over the past eight years, she has worked with some of the biggest brands in technology, finance and other industries on upskilling and organisational change programmes, and advised on how AI can support scalable learning and performance, boost L&D and People operations, and prepare organisations for enterprise-wide AI adoption.
Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning expert, author, keynote speaker, television personality, and global influencer in talent development, artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and workplace culture. As Portfolio Lead of Talent & Workplace Culture at OpenSesame, she curates learning experiences that fuse human insight with intelligent automation, preparing organizations for the next era of work. Liza’s work has earned global recognition – including multiple SHRM Excellence Awards. With degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built her career at the forefront of innovation, helping organizations reimagine how people grow, thrive, and lead in a rapidly changing world. As a thought leader, strategist, and change agent, she continues to shape the future of learning, leadership, and innovation.
About OpenSesame
OpenSesame is a comprehensive learning platform designed to simplify workforce training and accelerate skill development. With a catalog of over 40,000 expert-led courses in 70+ languages—plus AI-powered tools for skills assessments, content creation, and personalized learning paths—we empower organizations to deliver impactful training at scale.