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When Learning Works, Work Works — A Conversation on Skills, Culture & AI Enablement
2025-12-18
AI and skills are changing how organizations develop their people, but only culture makes that transformation stick.

In this episode of Ecosystem Experts, UKG’s Julie Develin and OpenSesame’s Liza Wisner explore the intersection of technology and human connection in modern work.

They discuss how HR leaders can use skills data to drive engagement, why AI is redefining the employee experience, and how to build cultures that empower growth and belonging.

If you’re focused on making work work better for your people and your business, this conversation offers fresh insights from two leaders at the forefront of the movement.

What you’ll learn

Why trust, learning, and innovation must evolve together.
How data and learning help people grow where they work.
Practical ways to empower teams with skills and culture.

At UKG, work works better when technology is human. At OpenSesame, learning fuels that experience.

Together, we’re helping organizations build cultures where people thrive, perform, and stay.

Learn more about our UKG partnership

About the Speakers

Julie Develin | Senior Partner, HCM Advisory Group, UKG

Senior Partner for Human Insights at UKG and a Top 100 HR Influencer. With nearly 20 years as an HR exec and professor, she’s a dynamic speaker and strategist known for her clarity, candor, and energy. Julie explores how humanity and technology shape work — and how leaders can drive real change in culture, employee experience, and AI.

When Work Works, A UKG Podcast

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame

Liza Mucheru Wisner is an 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 the Ecosystem

The OpenSesame Partner Ecosystem unites HR, talent, and learning platforms to simplify training and accelerate skills growth.

Through our partnership with UKG, we help organizations connect workforce intelligence and learning, so culture, growth, and performance happen together.

Skills in the Age of AI: Building a Future-Ready Workforce with Workday and OpenSesame
2025-12-16
In today’s rapidly changing world of work, skills have become the new currency of organizational success. But what does a skills-based strategy look like in the age of AI?

Join Workday and OpenSesame experts as we explore how forward-thinking organizations are embracing AI-driven learning and analytics to better identify, develop, and activate the skills that matter most. From integrating clean, consistent data across systems to leveraging AI for personalized learning recommendations, you’ll gain practical insights for building a more agile and future-ready workforce.

Whether you’re enhancing an established learning ecosystem or embarking on your skills and AI transformation, this session reveals how Workday and OpenSesame are integrating Skills Cloud with intelligently mapped learning content to identify gaps, accelerate upskilling, and humanize workforce development.

What you’ll learn:

Why AI is reshaping the skills imperative and what it means for your talent strategy.
How to define, measure, and operationalize skills data across your organization.
Practical ways to connect learning and performance through the Workday + OpenSesame integration.

Take the next step toward a skills-based workforce.

Our next Ecosystem Experts session offers a live look at the Workday + OpenSesame Skills Cloud integration—where strategy meets execution. See firsthand how AI and skills-mapped learning content come together to identify gaps, personalize development, and make workforce transformation measurable.

About the speakers

Kelli De Los Rios | Sr. Global Alliance Manager, OpenSesame

Kelli De Los Rios is a strategic partnership leader and advocate for learning innovation. As a Senior Global Alliance Manager at OpenSesame, she forges alliances with transformative organizations—like Workday—to help enterprises build smarter, more connected learning ecosystems. Her work bridges technology, strategy, and human development to ensure that learning content not only integrates seamlessly but also drives measurable impact across organizations.

With a background in enterprise strategy and customer engagement, Kelli brings both analytical rigor and human empathy to every collaboration. She’s passionate about empowering organizations to create learner-first cultures that unlock potential, strengthen engagement, and sustain long-term business performance.

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.

Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration
2025-12-11
Your employees already rely on Workday Career Hub to manage what matters most—goals, performance, and career paths.

Now, with the OpenSesame Skills Cloud integration, learning fits seamlessly into that same experience.

Through Workday Skills Cloud, every employee’s strengths, interests, and development goals are brought into focus. Then, with OpenSesame’s library of over 50,000 expertly curated courses, Career Hub automatically transforms those insights into personalized learning recommendations.

No extra logins. No juggling systems. Just learning that happens naturally, in the same place where employees plan their careers.

What you’ll learn:

Personalized learning in Career Hub: See how employees receive course suggestions tied directly to their goals, feedback, and growth plans.
AI-driven skill insights: Explore how Workday’s Skills Cloud identifies the skills your workforce has today and recommends what to build next.
Actionable data & measurable ROI: Learn how HR and L&D leaders can connect every learning interaction to real business outcomes—readiness, retention, and performance—all within Workday’s unified system.

Why it matters

When skills data meets learning in the flow of career growth, transformation happens. This integration eliminates barriers between insight and action, helping your organization upskill faster, retain talent longer, and build a future-ready workforce.

Employees gain a personalized, guided experience in Career Hub. Managers get visibility into team readiness and growth. HR and L&D leaders finally have one connected view of how learning drives business results.

That’s what happens when Workday’s AI-powered Skills Cloud meets OpenSesame’s curated learning ecosystem, a smarter, simpler way to grow skills where work already happens.

When your systems work together, learning stops being a separate activity—and starts fueling the performance and agility of your organization.

About the speakers

Heidi Lear | Senior Partner Marketing Manager, OpenSesame

Heidi Lear is a partner marketing strategist with over 15 years in technology and SaaS. At OpenSesame, she leads initiatives with industry leaders like Workday, AWS, and 360Learning to expand the reach of world-class learning solutions. Throughout her career, Heidi has built impactful partnerships with global brands including Apple and Microsoft—blending creativity and strategy to help organizations and their partners grow stronger together

About the Ecosystem

The OpenSesame Partner Ecosystem brings together the world’s leading HR, talent, and learning platforms to simplify how organizations deliver training and accelerate skills growth.

Through our partnership with Workday, we make it possible for learning to happen where people already work—within a single, unified experience.

Learn more about our Workday Partnership

Workplace Personality: Leveraging Your Influence for Culture and Impact
2025-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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Your personality is more than a trait, it is a powerful tool of influence. In this session, Dr. Frank Gonzalez, People and Culture C-Suite Executive, will show you how to use your natural style to build trust, inspire collaboration, and drive real results. You will explore practical strategies to flex your influence across teams, strengthen workplace relationships, and shape culture with intention. Whether you are leading training, managing talent, or building culture, this session will equip you with the confidence and tools to leverage your personality for greater influence and lasting impact.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Recognize how their workplace personality influences professional relationships.
Apply practical strategies to flex their influence across teams and situations.
Leverage their personality strengths to shape culture and drive results.

About the Speakers
Dr. Frank Gonzalez | Principal | Human Resources and Leadership Consultant, DrFrankieG LLC
Dr. Frankie Gonzalez is a dynamic leadership and inclusion expert with 20+ years of global experience helping organizations elevate performance through evidence-based strategies. A Jon Gordon Certified Positive Leader, LinkedIn Learning author, and Cornell University course facilitator, he’s known for blending research, storytelling, and practical tools that inspire real change. With a doctorate in Organizational Leadership and Management, Frank connects with audiences through his authentic, high-energy approach, empowering people to lead with purpose and create more inclusive, thriving workplaces.
Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.

Human-first AI: How to scale impact without losing what matters most
2025-12-04 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/London)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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Leaders face a critical challenge: how to harness the efficiency of AI without compromising the human touch that builds trust, culture, and connection.
In this session, we’ll explore how forward-thinking HR and L&D teams are using AI to automate the right things—while protecting space for empathy, creativity, and relationships. From scaling training without losing emotional intelligence to rethinking the role of managers and coaches in an AI-augmented environment, you’ll gain practical strategies for designing a future of work that’s both efficient and deeply human.
Key Takeaways:

How to evaluate AI use cases through a human-impact lens
Explore real-world examples of AI-powered training that keeps empathy front and center
Discover ways to upskill your team while preserving culture, trust, and connection

Check also this guide, developed in partnership with Cegos.

About the speakers
Hanelise Wagner, Digital Transformation and AI Training Expert, Cegos
Hanelise Wagner is passionate about anticipating challenges and devising innovative solutions to everyday problems. Her approach focuses on exploring the intersection of diverse systems, including information science, artificial intelligence, language, cognition, and society, to uncover meaningful insights and opportunities.
Mehdi Tounsi, Senior Regional Director EMEA, OpenSesame

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.

Winning the Future — How to Build a Skills-Based Advantage with UKG & OpenSesame
2025-12-04
Your workforce has changed. Your skills strategy must too.

In this special Ecosystem Experts | Solutions episode, OpenSesame’s Liza Wisner revisits one of the most talked-about sessions from UKG Aspire. She explores why skills are becoming the new operating system of work and how AI can power a smarter, more adaptable workforce.

Discover practical ways to move from reacting to skills shortages to proactively building internal capability.

Learn how organizations are aligning learning, AI insights, and people analytics inside UKG Learning and OpenSesame to build a future-ready culture where employees grow, stay, and perform.

If you missed Aspire – or want a fresh perspective – this reboot delivers the core takeaways and next-step strategies from one of the most talked-about sessions of the conference.

What you’ll learn

How AI and workforce intelligence combine to drive performance and agility.
Practical ways to use skills data to build trust, belonging, and engagement.
How UKG and OpenSesame connect people, learning, and outcomes in one ecosystem.

When technology and content work together, learning becomes a competitive advantage.

Explore how OpenSesame’s 50,000+ expert-led, skills-based courses extend the power of UKG Learning to help organizations adapt and grow in the AI era.

Learn more about our UKG partnership

About the speaker

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame

Liza Mucheru Wisner is an 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 the Ecosystem

The OpenSesame Partner Ecosystem connects the world’s leading HR, talent, and learning platforms to simplify training and accelerate skills growth.

Together with UKG, we make learning happen where people already work – inside the tools they trust to manage their career and growth.

The ROI of Workplace Culture: Measuring What Inclusion Really Delivers
2025-11-19 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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As the focus shifts to workplace culture, how do you prove that culture pays? This session explores how to define, measure, and report the real business impact of workplace culture. Drawing on case studies from compliance, diversity, and organisational psychology, we’ll uncover how strong culture drives retention, innovation, and profitability; and how to make the numbers work in your favor.

You’ll learn how to:

Identify the tangible and intangible metrics that demonstrate the business value of inclusion, belonging, and psychological safety.
Build a framework to connect cultural initiatives to measurable outcomes like productivity, innovation, revenue, staff retention, and reduced risk exposure.
Translate “soft” outcomes into board-level language that resonates with investors, regulators, and leadership.
Target initiatives that drive measurable impact rather than symbolic compliance.
Develop an evidence-based reporting model for workplace culture that aligns with ESG and corporate risk disclosures.

About the speakers
Nick Henderson-Mayo | Head of Compliance, VinciWorks
Nick provides expert advice on regulatory compliance topics to UK law firms and international companies. He previously worked in policy for the Scottish Government, in health and public policy NGOs, and advised start-up founders on organizational growth and development. Nick helped lead Scotland’s campaign for same-sex marriage, and is passionate about LGBTQ+ and disability rights. He focuses on bringing compliance closer to the world of equality and diversity, working to help businesses prioritize and invest in better cultures.
Naomi Grossman | Compliance Manager, VinciWorks
Naomi is a storyteller by training, she previously worked in the governor of Massachusetts’ office, helped grow Rape Crisis Centers internationally, and ran her own company helping older women tell their life stories. Her expertise on compliance and organizational development lets her help businesses manage compliance across a range of business critical areas including diversity, ESG, workplace culture and more. Her focus is on making these complex issues understandable and enabling busy professionals to know what they need to do to be compliant and safe.
Amanda Sessions | Enterprise Curator of Compliance, OpenSesame

With over 11 years in the compliance training industry, Amanda brings deep expertise in helping organizations mitigate risk and foster a culture of ethics. As an Enterprise Curator of Compliance at OpenSesame, she delivers tailored content recommendations aligned with each customer’s specific goals and challenges. Amanda also collaborates closely with top compliance publishers to ensure customers have access to the most current, high-quality training available. In a rapidly changing regulatory landscape, she leverages a robust network of compliance professionals, legal experts, and subject matter authorities to meet evolving compliance needs across diverse industries. What inspires her most about compliance training is its power to shape an organization’s first impression and elevate its learning and development strategy.
Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.

About VinciWorks
VinciWorks believes compliance is a growth opportunity for business. For over 20 years, VinciWorks has been at the leading edge of re-envisioning compliance tools and training.
With 800+ courses, the award-winning Omnitrack compliance management software, and a curated catalogue of world-class resources, VinciWorks is here to support your organisation every step of the way.
We constantly have our finger on the pulse, being the first to adapt our products to new regulations. Our flexible solutions ensure every one of our products is tailored to our customers’ unique business needs, placing them at the heart of everything we do.
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.

Learning Transformed: AI’s Role in 2026
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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Artificial Intelligence has moved out of the lab and into the real world of Learning & Development. By 2026, AI will be at the core of how organizations design, deliver, and measure learning—reshaping roles, accelerating skills development, and redefining what it means to be workforce-ready. But how can L&D leaders cut through the noise to identify what will actually matter for both their function and broader workforce reinvention?
Join an exclusive panel of industry leaders – including Marc Zao-Sanders, Stacia Sherman Garr, JD Dillon, and Ahmad Ameen – as they explore the future of AI in L&D through the lens of practical insights, emerging use cases, and actionable strategies. The discussion will highlight the trends most likely to shape 2026 and what leaders can do today to prepare their people, processes, and organizations for an AI-powered future of work.
You’ll leave with:

A framework for spotting AI opportunities in your organization
Strategies to prepare your people and processes for AI adoption
Practical tools: templates, prompt sheets, and implementation guides to accelerate adoption right away
Early-access insights into where AI is delivering the most impact in corporate learning, and how to position your L&D strategy accordingly

Whether you’re leading an L&D team, shaping enterprise talent strategy, or guiding digital transformation in HR/IT, this webinar will give you the clarity, credibility, and confidence to take immediate steps toward building an AI-ready workforce that is positioned for reinvention in 2026 and beyond.
*By registering for this webinar, your information may be shared with our webinar partners.
About the speakers:
Marc Zao-Sanders | filtered.com co-Founder; author of Timeboxing – The Power of Doing One Thing at a Time
Marc is the co-founder of Filtered.com, a tech company harnessing AI to understand learning content and drive workforce upskilling. He is passionate about algorithms, artificial intelligence, unconventional thinking, and how the brain works. Education has always been central to his career and purpose.
He studied Mathematics and Philosophy at Oxford and went on to found two social enterprises supporting disadvantaged young people with their education and career aspirations. A regular contributor to Harvard Business Review, he writes on AI, learning, and timeboxing.
Marc is also a keynote speaker on the practical applications of AI, known for demystifying the technology through real-world examples of how it is transforming industries and enhancing personal productivity.

Stacia Sherman Garr | Co-Founder & Principal Analyst | RedThread Research
Stacia is a researcher and thought leader on employee engagement/experience, leadership, D&I, people analytics, and HR technology. A frequent speaker and writer, her work has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and MIT Sloan Review, as well as in numerous HR trade publications. She has been listed as a Top 100 influencer in HR Technology and in D&I. Stacia co-founded RedThread Research in 2018, after leading talent and workforce research for eight years at Bersin by Deloitte. Before Bersin, Stacia spent nearly five years conducting research and creating learning content for the Corporate Leadership Council, part of CEB/Gartner. She has an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley, and a master’s degree from the London School of Economics.

Ahmad Ameen | Senior Learning & Development Manager, IFFCO
Ahmad Ameen is a seasoned Learning & Development professional with over two decades of experience designing and implementing strategic L&D programs across diverse sectors, including automotive, retail, telecom, and government.
A Master Instructor certified by Toyota Motor Corporation, he is a recognized expert in building sophisticated blended and fully digital learning paths, managing large-scale development programs for over 300 managers. His current focus is on leveraging AI for hyper-personalization, future-proofing skills, and enhancing the efficiency of talent development and succession planning. Ameen helps organizations harness cutting-edge technology to drive capability, increase performance, and retain top talent.

JD Dillon | Chief Learning Architect, Axonify
JD Dillon started his career on the frontline—managing movie theaters and theme parks. After 20 years leading Operations and L&D with dynamic organizations like Disney, AMC, and Kaplan, he’s become an authority on frontline enablement and a staunch advocate for improving the employee experience.
As the CLO of Axonify, JD builds technology, content, and services that empower 4 million frontline workers around the world in hospitality, retail, grocery, food service, and beyond to do their best work every day.

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Liza Mucheru Wisner is an 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.

Solo la IA no es suficiente: la importancia de la EMPATÍA ||| AI alone is not enough: The importance of EMPATHY
2025-11-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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ESPAÑOLEstamos en la era digital, viendo la explosión de la IA. Supuestamente todo es más fácil…, menos cuando no es así. La falta de usabilidad, de amigabilidad tecnológica, la frialdad robótica se enfrenta a la potencia de la inteligencia aumentada como motor de complicidad, conexiones significativas entre seres humanos aumentados y… rentabilidad empresarial.
Objetivos de aprendizaje:
Enseñar modelos de uso específico de implantación de la EMPATÍA en la empresa, analizando a la vez los beneficios personales para los individuos que se esfuerzan en aplicar la escucha activa y la conexión como praxis personal y profesional: cómo generar hábitos, rutinas y pautas de EMPATÍA y compasión personal y profesionalmente.
Ponente:
Juan Carlos Alcaide, sociólogo experto en Experiencia de Cliente y Marketing, experto en Demografía y Economía Plateada, Profesor, Conferenciante y Escritor de más de 15 libros, lleva aportando valor a empresas, gremios y organizaciones empresariales desde el año 2000, en España y el continente americano, habiendo trabajado en México, Dominicana, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Colombia, Chile, Uruguay, Ecuador, Venezuela, Cuba, Argentina… Es un gran conocedor de la realidad de Latinoamérica y su contexto económico, empresarial y demográfico. Juan Carlos Alcaide sigue con gran interés las tendencias tecnológicas, incorporando en sus trabajos una visión relevante de la IA y el Big Data desde 2015, año en que realizó sus primeros proyectos de bots y de IA aplicada con IBM y otros clientes y Partners.
George Ibarra es un Curation Associate en OpenSesame, donde se especializa en la selección de contenido de e-learning que permite a las organizaciones mejorar las competencias de su personal. Como especialista general, George colabora estrechamente con las áreas de fabricación, cumplimiento normativo, soft skills y más. George colabora con editoriales y clientes para ofrecer experiencias de aprendizaje impactantes. Le apasiona ayudar a las empresas a alinear la formación con sus objetivos comerciales y fomentar el crecimiento en el entorno laboral.
Nombre de la organización: Thinking Heads Digital
El servicio de Thinking Heads Digital consiste en la difusión online de sus vídeos 5’ VISION, que son “visiones en 5 minutos”, por los más reputados ponentes hispanohablantes, sobre habilidades, competencias y temas transversales (liderazgo, equipos, diversidad, clientes, innovación, digitalización, sostenibilidad, bienestar…). Es un servicio FIRST-class, que ofrece Formación, Inspiración, Reflexión y Sensibilización en un Tiempo mínimo. La videoteca 5’ VISION, en continuo crecimiento, cuenta hoy con 500 microconferencias de 160 personalidades del panorama empresarial, académico y socioeconómico español y latinoamericano. Juan Carlos Alcaide es uno de esos grandes expertos.
ENGLISH
We are in the digital age, witnessing the explosion of AI. Everything is supposedly easier… except when it isn’t. The lack of usability, technological friendliness, and robotic coldness are confronted by the power of augmented intelligence as a driver of complicity, meaningful connections between augmented human beings, and… business profitability.
Learning Objectives:
Teach specific use cases for implementing EMPATHY in business, while analyzing the personal benefits for individuals who strive to apply active listening and connection as personal and professional practices: how to generate habits, routines, and patterns of EMPATHY and compassion personally and professionally.
Speakers:
Juan Carlos Alcaide, a sociologist and expert in Customer Experience and Marketing, an expert in Demography and the Silver Economy, a professor, speaker, and author of more than 15 books, has been adding value to companies, trade associations, and business organizations since 2000, in Spain and the Americas. He has worked in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Colombia, Chile, Uruguay, Ecuador, Venezuela, Cuba, Argentina, and more. He is a great expert on the reality of Latin America and its context. Economic, business, and demographic. Juan Carlos Alcaide closely follows technological trends, incorporating a relevant perspective on AI and Big Data into his work since 2015, the year in which he launched his first bot and applied AI projects with IBM and other clients and partners.
George Ibarra is a Curation Associate at OpenSesame, where he specializes in curating e-learning content that empowers organizations to upskill their workforce. as a generalist, George works closely with manufacturing, compliance, softskills, and more. George partners with publishers and customers to deliver impactful learning experiences. He is passionate about helping companies align training with business goals and fostering workplace growth.
Organization name: Thinking Heads Digital
Thinking Heads Digital’s service consists on the online diffusion of its 5′ VISION videos, which are “5-minute visions” by the most renowned Spanish-speaking speakers on skills, competencies, and cross cutting topics (leadership, teams, diversity, customers, innovation, digitization, sustainability, well-being, etc.). It is a FIRST-class service that offers Training, Inspiration, Reflection, and Sensitization in a minimum Time. The 5′ VISION video library, which is constantly growing, now has 500 micro-lectures by 160 personalities from the Spanish and Latin American business, academic, and socioeconomic scenes. Juan Carlos Alcaide is one of these leading experts.
About OpenSesameOpenSesame 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.

From Hype to Impact—Where AI in L&D Stands Today
2025-10-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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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 OpenSesameOpenSesame 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.

AI’s Impact on Frontline Workers: Lessons for the Future of Learning
2025-10-22
From automation to AI, frontline workers have spent years adjusting to constant change—reskilling, embracing new technologies, and finding ways to stay essential as their roles evolve.

Now, as AI begins transforming knowledge work, it’s L&D’s turn to take a page from the frontline playbook. In this 30-minute micro-session, Axonify and OpenSesame explore what real resilience looks like, how leadership—not algorithms—shapes the human impact of AI, and what learning professionals can do to build adaptability at scale.

What you’ll learn:

Why leadership decisions, not just tech, shape the true impact of AI on work
How frontline enablement playbooks can help L&D thrive in constant change
Simple, human-centered strategies to shift from content creation to connection and impact

Request a demo to bring these ideas to life in your organization.

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About the speakers

JD Dillon | Chief Learning Architect, Axonify

JD Dillon started his career on the frontline—managing movie theaters and theme parks. After 20 years leading Operations and L&D with dynamic organizations like Disney, AMC, and Kaplan, he’s become an authority on frontline enablement and a staunch advocate for improving the employee experience.
As the CLO of Axonify, JD builds technology, content, and services that empower 4 million frontline workers around the world in hospitality, retail, grocery, food service, and beyond to do their best work every day.

Megan Ysassi | Senior Curation Specialist, OpenSesame

Megan Ysassi is the Senior Curator of Leadership and Management at OpenSesame, where she helps organizations unlock their potential through learning that truly connects people to purpose. With a background in talent development, Megan believes that the success of any organization begins with its willingness to invest in and cultivate its people. In her role, she supports companies around the world on their learning journeys — bridging the gap between learners and the knowledge, skills, and insights that drive real-world impact.

About OpenSesame

OpenSesame is a comprehensive learning platform designed to simplify workforce training and accelerate skill development. With a catalog of over 50,000 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.

From Reactive to Transformative: How AI Is Accelerating L&D Maturity
2025-10-22
L&D has hit its AI turning point. The era of experimentation is over. Learning teams are no longer testing shiny tools. They’re using AI to drive measurable business impact.

In this 30-minute micro-session, David James, Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, joins Liza Wisner, Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio at OpenSesame, to unpack how top-performing L&D teams are moving from reactive to transformative by making AI a core part of their learning strategy.

What you’ll learn:

Why AI in L&D has moved past experimentation and what sets high-impact teams apart
How to identify where your organization sits on the L&D maturity curve
Practical ways to bridge trust and skills gaps so AI becomes a driver of strategy learning

Join the L&D Performance Academy to benchmark your maturity and turn AI into impact.

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About the speakers

David James | Chief Learning Officer, 360Learning

David James is the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a highly respected voice in the Learning & Development industry. With a focus on harnessing technology to drive impactful learning strategies, David is recognised as one of the top 10 global influencers in the L&D space. His expertise lies in helping organisations modernise their approach to workplace learning, ensuring measurable results and business alignment.

David is also the host of The Learning & Development Podcast, which has amassed over 500,000 downloads and ranks in the top 1% of podcasts globally. With more than 30,000 LinkedIn followers, he continues to shape the conversation around L&D innovation and best practices, drawing on his deep experience, including his time as Director of Learning, Talent & Organisational Development at The Walt Disney Company.

The Learning & Development Podcast
360Learning Website

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame

Liza Mucheru Wisner is an 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 50,000 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.

Why Mandatory Training Fails - And How to Fix It
2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Most mandatory training is designed to check compliance boxes — but it rarely inspires, engages, or changes behavior. The result? Workers tune out, risk remains high, and culture doesn’t move forward.

In this fireside chat, we’ll explore why mandatory training so often falls short, and more importantly, how to fix it. You’ll learn how CLOs, HR, and talent leaders can redesign safety and compliance programs to build real-world skills, strengthen culture, and create workplaces where people want to stay.

Key takeaways:

Understand why mandatory, check-the-box training fails to create lasting behavior change.
Explore human-centered approaches — like scenario-based learning, psychological safety, and soft skills — that make training meaningful.
Identify practical strategies to transform compliance programs into experiences that reduce risk, boost retention, and strengthen organizational culture

Reserve your spot today and learn how to transform the way your organization looks at leadership development.

About the speakers

Jennifer Lastra | Co-founder & CEO, 360 Immersive

U.S. Navy Veteran, 360 Immersive Co-founder, CEO, and trailblazer in the development of VR experiential learning. Her team delivers innovative and accessible safety training solutions that empower, educate, and entertain frontline workers. Beyond her passion for entrepreneurship, Jennifer actively participates in STEM outreach, veteran support, and student mentoring with an aim to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders.

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame

Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.

Anthony Vasquez | Curation Specialist, OpenSesame

With an extensive background in health and safety programs, Anthony is dedicated to protecting employees in the workplace and helping companies enhance their safety practices. As a curation specialist, he provides customers with custom learning paths to address their training needs and collaborates with OpenSesame’s safety publishers to keep content current and compliant.

About 360 Immersive

Based in Boise, Idaho, 360 Immersive creates scenario-based training that goes beyond compliance to build confident, engaged workers. Using VR and gamification, our simulations focus on the mental and emotional side of personal safety by building self-awareness, communication, and decision-making skills. We help organizations support the whole worker by creating realistic training that feels meaningful and sticks with learners. Built for high-risk industries like construction, manufacturing, and warehousing, our training improves retention, strengthens workplace culture, and fills the gaps traditional training often misses.

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.

Beyond the Tools: Driving Human-Centered AI Adoption
2025-09-23 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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As AI capabilities accelerate, many organizations struggle with what really matters: adopting AI not just as a technology shift, but as a human and cultural transformation. While AI thrives “in the wild,” internal adoption is slower and more complex — often blocked by behavioral and organizational barriers.
This on-demand webinar makes the case for a new approach to AI adoption — one rooted in mindset shifts, culture change, and strategic enablement. You’ll learn how to kickstart change management in your organization, and how to create the conditions for sustainable, enterprise-wide adoption that unlocks real impact.
Key takeaways:

Discover why AI transformation starts with people, not platforms. Learn how mindset shifts, behavior change, and cultural readiness are critical to long-term success.
Get actionable strategies to start or reboot your AI journey. Focus on change leadership, employee engagement, and organizational enablers — not just technical tools.
Build a foundation for lasting adoption. Shift from isolated training efforts to systemic, organization-wide approaches that make AI adoption stick.
Leave with a Change Management Checklist. Use this practical tool to start driving transformation in your own organization, immediately.

About the speakers:

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.

Egle Vinauskaite| AI Adoption & Capability Strategist, Nodes
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.
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.

Harnessing Your Change Story
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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Stories have shaped our lives and cultures for generations. Harnessing the power of narrative helps effective leaders drive change and align the whole organization to move forward.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to craft clear, authentic narratives that help your team understand what’s happening, why it matters, and how to move forward. Whether you’re launching a new initiative or navigating an unexpected shift, these skills will help you not just make the change, but tell the story that brings people with you.
You’ll learn:

Use storytelling to lead through change with empathy and clarity
Apply a simple framework to create your own Change Story
Develop skills to build trust, alignment, and engagement across your team

About the speakers:
Noor Ali | Head of Learning, The Nova Collective
Noor Ali holds an MSW and is a learning designer and trainer with over 15 years of experience developing programs that center on intergroup dialogue and multipartial facilitation.
Jaci Devine, PhD| Head of Research & Strategic Communication, The Nova Collective
Dr. Jaci Devine specializes in strategic communication and research and measurement within organizations of all sizes, and brings that perspective to her role as Nova’s Research and Strategic Communications lead.
Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.
About The Nova Collective.
Nova is a women-led firm founded in 2016 in response to the cultural, social, and business shifts redefining how we work and lead. We sit at the intersection of learning, people, and change, combining the art and science of adult learning with deep expertise in organizational strategy. We create tailor-made learning and training programs.
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.

Resilient Minds: Tools for Well-Being in an Unpredictable World
2025-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Inside the Workday Skills Cloud Integration

11 December 2025

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In an era marked by economic instability, political upheaval, and rapid societal change, many of us are feeling the weight of heightened stress and uncertainty.
Watch the webinar on-demand, designed to help you navigate these turbulent times with confidence. You’ll walk away with practical tools to manage stress, understand shifting consumer sentiments, and build resilience, empowering you to drive positive change in your personal and professional life.
You’ll learn:

How to interpret consumer sentiments—and why they matter
Practical tools for managing stress and building resilience
Strategies to influence positive change amidst uncertainty

Mike Veny | Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist, Mike Veny, Inc.
Mike Veny is fiercely committed to empowering employees to discover the gift of emotional wellness and resilience, enabling them to accelerate personal and professional growth while combating burnout. You’ve come to the right place if you are looking for a proven speaker who can transform your attendees by addressing mental health, team building, belonging, and overall well-being.
Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.
About Mike Veny, Inc.
Mike Veny is the winner of Acquisition International Magazine’s 2025 Global Excellence Award and Corporate LiveWire’s 2022, 2023, & 2024 Innovation & Excellence Award for his work as a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist®️. He also won NAMI New York State’s 2023 Leader of Mental Health Awareness award. As a PM360 ELITE Award Winner, he was recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the healthcare industry for his work with patient advocacy. Determined to overcome a lifetime of serious mental health challenges, Mike’s career began as a professional drummer and evolved into becoming a change maker in the workplace wellness industry.
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.

Cloud-First Success: Stop Playing Catch-Up with IT Skills
2025-07-30 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Effective Dialogue to Engage Employees
2025-07-16 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Challenging conversations don’t have to be roadblocks—they can be turning points that spark connection, clarity, and stronger collaboration.
Catch this on-demand webinar for an immersive experience with idea+, Ibis Consulting Group’s leadership development platform, and discover how effective dialogue can transform the way your team communicates.
Through real-world scenarios brought to life by animated characters and professional actors, see how idea+ blends evidence-backed strategies with immersive storytelling to help leaders build stronger connections and lead more effectively.
You’ll learn how to:

Advance mutual understanding to promote diverse viewpoints and innovation
Design open, constructive dialogue for stronger collaboration
Facilitate meaningful exchanges that resolve interpersonal tensions

Reserve your spot today and learn how to transform the way your organization looks at leadership development.

About the speakers
Rahul Kay | Director of Client Success, Ibis Consulting Group
Rahul Kay is the Director of Client Success at Ibis Consulting Group. Prior to this role, Rahul was the CEO of an employee experience firm, a McKinsey consultant, a UN global health official, and a group therapy facilitator. He has a background in clinical psychology, organizational development, and cultural sensitivity.
He’s been featured by Harvard, The World Bank, and NASA, and has worked with over 75k employees across over 70 organizations. As a facilitator and coach, he designs science-backed techniques to bolster individual and team motivation, ultimately improving organizational culture, employee engagement, and holistic wellbeing. Rahul studied clinical psychology at Tufts Medical, abnormal psychology at Cornell, and leadership development at MIT Sloan.
Shilpa Pherwani | Principal and CEO, Ibis Consulting Group
Shilpa Pherwani leads Ibis with a growth mindset, consistently innovating both the content and delivery of employee learning solutions to meet the evolving needs of today’s workplace.
Drawing on her background in organizational psychology and her experience as an immigrant from India, Shilpa champions the belief that honoring different perspectives and creating opportunities for all fuels collective success.
With over two decades of experience, she has partnered with global companies and top universities to transform workplace cultures, equipping employees and leaders with essential people skills to unlock their full potential and cultivate thriving, high-performing teams.
A respected thought leader in organizational development, Shilpa has pioneered several award-winning learning solutions that empower leaders to create cultures of trust, collaboration, and growth.
Liza Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.
About Ibis Consulting Group
At Ibis Consulting Group, we believe that strong teams and cultures of inclusion are built through learning and development. As a global partner with nearly 40 years of experience, we design solutions that build trust, strengthen collaboration, and cultivate strong relationships, enhancing workplace culture and performance.
Our learning solutions help organizations develop their teams’ communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, creating high-performing teams and cultures of inclusion that lead to lasting business success.
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.

AI fluency is now a job requirement — is your team ready?
2025-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/London)
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AI tools are becoming widespread across industries, used to streamline work, personalise learning, and support decision-making. That means HR and L&D teams need a deep understanding of these tools and their capabilities, and they must support managers and employees as they adjust to a working world where AI acts as a personal assistant, a coach, and a colleague.
In this session, Mindtools CLO Ross Garner will share practical steps you can take to ensure your workforce is ready to work confidently with AI.
You’ll learn how to:

Identify the core AI skills your team needs across roles and levels
Equip managers to lead teams through AI-driven change
Build a learning strategy that keeps pace with AI developments without overwhelming your people

Ross Garner, CSP | Chief Learning Officer, Mindtools
Ross is Chief Learning Officer at Mindtools, where he’s responsible for creating effective digital learning content, workshops and programmes for organisations around the world. In 2019 he was named Learning Designer of the Year at the Learning Technologies Awards, and since 2016 he has hosted The Mindtools L&D Podcast. He is also the co-author of The L&D Dispatch newsletter.

Telling Your Genuine Family Story to the World
2025-06-18 12:00 (America/New_York)
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When John Chen shared his grandfather’s immigration story through The Paper Son, many people asked how they too could share their family story in an effective, engaging way.
In this session, you’ll be guided by a master storyteller to choose one of your family stories and craft a narrative that expresses who you are and where you came from. Storytelling, one of the oldest forms of education, is an art and science that can help you communicate more authentically and build connections with others faster.
John Chen is one of just 400 Certified Speaking Professionals recognized by the National Speakers Association. He is the grandson of a “Paper Son,” a term that emerged after the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 severely restricted Chinese immigration. When the San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 destroyed the city’s Town Hall, which housed birth and immigration records, some Chinese businessmen claimed US birth or familial ties to gain legal residency. Those individuals became known as “Paper Sons.”
John Chen is the proud founder of APIEventProfs and API+ NSA, and for decades has advocated for elevating Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the meetings industry.
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to:

Structure a family story
Select a family story that supports your goals
Create a draft of your story with expert coach guidance

John Chen, CSP | CEO, Engaging Virtual Meetings
Meet the author of Engaging Virtual Meetings – he’s been virtually meeting for over 38 years. He can juggle 24 screens of information at a time. He has planned the only 100% LIVE virtual conference in the training industry for 1,200 people. He’s produced an eight-language virtual webinar. He is a recognized thought leader on engaging virtual meetings. He is the Wiley and Sons author of “Engaging Virtual Meetings” and “50 Digital Team Building Games”, top-selling business books. His work has earned him multiple awards, and his more than 400,000 clients across the United States and in countries including Spain, France, and Taiwan have experienced breakthrough results. When you meet him, you will encounter a dynamic, energetic, and effective facilitator who makes friends with everyone. He will help you and your team become the top 1% at what you do. He’s the 28-year CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings.”
Liza Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Wisner is a talent development expert and the curator of change agent training, including Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion thought leadership. Professionally trained with degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of automation into a fulfilling life, strategizing and managing learning, diversity, inclusion, and automation initiatives.”
About ICON
ICON brings short, engaging insight videos featuring unique thought leaders’ perspectives and personal stories. Using cinematic storytelling, ICON offers inspiring insights across disciplines from business success to leadership to climate change to the issues that impact today’s workforce. Our high-quality, interview-style, short-form courses teach quick lessons while engaging the learner. ICON courses are supplemented with downloadable resources to allow offline review and continued study.

Nail It, Don’t Fail It: Smarter Training for Safer Sites
2025-06-05 12:00 - 19:12 (America/New_York)
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Safety shouldn’t start and stop with a checklist. In the construction industry, the real challenge is delivering training that sticks, especially with high turnover, tight schedules, and teams that don’t sit behind desks.
Join 360Immersive and OpenSesame for a practical session on how immersive and scalable training solutions can help build a stronger safety culture from the ground up. Whether you’re onboarding new crew members or working to reduce incidents across job sites, you’ll learn how VR and mobile-first training can make a real impact in the field. We’ll also touch on the importance of fostering a culture of psychological safety and how this critical component plays a role in overall workforce wellbeing.
You’ll learn:

How to deliver engaging safety training without pulling crews off the job
Why immersive learning boosts retention and reduces risk
What a modern, scalable training program looks like in the field
How leading construction teams are bridging skilled labor gaps with mobile-first, VR-enabled learning

This session is ideal for:

Safety managers
L&D and HR leaders
Operations directors
Anyone training deskless or field-based teams

About the speakers
Jennifer Lastra CSP | Co-founder, 360Immersive
U.S. Navy Veteran, 360Immersive Co-founder, and trailblazer in the development of VR experiential learning. Her team delivers innovative and accessible safety training solutions that empower, educate, and entertain frontline workers. Beyond her passion for entrepreneurship, Jennifer actively participates in STEM outreach, veteran support, and student mentoring with an aim to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders.
Anthony Vasquez | Curation Specialist, OpenSesame
With an extensive background in health and safety programs, Anthony is dedicated to protecting employees in the workplace and helping companies enhance their safety practices. As a curation specialist, he provides customers with custom learning paths to address their training needs and collaborates with OpenSesame’s safety publishers to keep content current and compliant.

Skills for Thriving in Chaos: Change Resilience & Creating Authentic Human Connection
2025-05-21 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Feeling a bit off kilter? There’s good reason for it. There has been a 183% increase in the rate of change since 2019, and a 33% increase in the past year alone. 73% of employees believe their organizations are near, at, or beyond the change saturation point. Reports of incivility are at record levels, with over 76% of employees experiencing incivility in the last quarter. Now is the time to skill up your workforce (and yourself!) on two critical skills: fostering human connection and change resiliency.
Learning objectives:

Understanding the change emotion cycle and loss navigation
The 5 primary reasons people resist change, and what to do about it
The top 3 ways to create connection on your team

Mo Berkner Boyt | CEO & Founder, Moxie Exchange
Maureen “Mo” Berkner Boyt is the Founder and CEO of The Moxie Exchange. She’s spent over 30 years helping organizations grow by creating inclusive workplaces where talented people can thrive. She has leveraged the power of technology to build scalable, actionable, measurable inclusion tools, including the first-of-its-kind comprehensive diversity and inclusion app, Everyday Inclusion. Mo hosts a weekly live cast with HR, L&D and DEI practitioners to amplify work being done in organizations of all sizes and industries, providing an accessible, ongoing avenue to learn from one another. Maureen holds a M.Ed. in Organizational Development from the University of Georgia, and a B.A. in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She was named the Colorado Technology Association Entrepreneur in 2023, and her Disrupt HR Talk, “Hack Your Biased Brain” is one of the most popular talks of the movement. Her daily mantra is “Rock your moxie and do the next right thing.”
The Moxie Exchange
The Moxie Exchange is the home of the Everyday Inclusion App! Moxie was founded to make workplaces more inclusive. For over a decade our mission, passion and the reason we get out of bed each morning has been unleashing human potential by creating workplaces where everyone can thrive. Moxie focuses on learning and development tools and technology grounded in the neuroscience of behavior change that foster understanding, respect, and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that inclusive workplaces will pave the way for addressing significant global issues effectively. Moxie is determined to push boundaries, innovate, and take the lead in introducing new inclusion learning technology to the market.

AI in corporate learning: Separating gems from gimmicks
2025-05-14 14:00 (Europe/London)
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This webinar is designed for corporate learning leaders navigating the complex world of AI-powered solutions. We’ll provide a straightforward approach to help you make smart decisions about AI in your learning ecosystem

You’ll gain practical insights on how to evaluate AI products, understand their real-world applications in corporate settings, such as personalisation and skills development, and determine if they truly enhance your learning strategies.

We’ll explore ways to differentiate between AI solutions that drive measurable business outcomes and those that are just riding the hype wave.
As a key takeaway, participants will receive a usable framework to assess potential AI solutions easily. This framework will empower you to run through critical questions and considerations, ensuring that you’re well-equipped to have informed conversations with vendors. By using this framework, you’ll be able to articulate your needs, identify genuine value, and avoid costly missteps.

Amanda Nolen | EdTech Advisor and Investor
Born in the United States but based in Spain for over two decades, Amanda has a mixed background in learning and commercial roles. A connector of people, trends and ideas, she is also 100% fluent in English and Spanish (including tapas & wine!).

Lori Niles-Hofmann | EdTech Strategist
Lori is a senior learning strategist with over 20 years of L&D experience across many industries, including international banking, management consulting, and marketing. She specialises in large-scale digital learning transformations and is passionate about helping companies navigate through the ambiguity of change.

Be sure to check out our guide on Selecting AI for Learning here.

Beyond the Buzzwords: Personalization That Starts with Strategy
2025-05-07 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Most L&D teams actively contribute to their organization’s skills strategy, but few have a clear framework for shaping that strategy specifically for learning. While skills efforts often promise personalized learning as an outcome, the path from strategy to personalization is rarely well-defined.
In this session, we’ll introduce a practical framework for aligning the six foundational components of a skills strategy—scope and purpose, steering committee and stakeholders, culture, data, architecture, and technology—with the needs of the L&D function. We’ll explore how L&D leaders can use this framework to make the most of the skills work already happening in their organizations—and to create the conditions for more effective, personalized learning experiences.
We’ll also discuss how L&D can proactively influence skills strategy design, avoid common disconnects, and ensure the resulting data and systems truly serve learning goals.

Learning Outcomes / Key Takeaways

Reframing the six parts of a skills strategy through an L&D lens
How to adapt your organization’s skills strategy to serve L&D goals
What good looks like: Stories from L&D teams getting this right

Dani Johnson, Co-Founder of Redthread
Dani co-founded RedThread in 2018 with Stacia. Before that, Dani led the Learning and Career research practice at Bersin, Deloitte, and previously led research at the Ross School, University of Michigan. Dani holds an MBA and a MS and BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering from BYU. Before Kid, her favorite vacations involved a backpack, a map, and Google Translate.
About RedThread
We connect people, ideas, data, and stories to provide leaders with an accessible, affordable community that empowers organizations to make better decisions faster.
Our first five years have been quite a journey! With massive workplace and technology shifts, social unrest, and talent scarcity, the need for quality, unbiased data is even more critical for high-performing organizations. We’ve grown and matured as a team, company, and, most importantly, as a community!

Workplaces That Work: Empowering Autistic Talent to Thrive
2025-04-16 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Discover how HR leaders, managers, and talent professionals can create inclusive, supportive, and high-performing workplace cultures for autistic employees. This session offers actionable insights and frameworks to move beyond awareness—toward systems and practices that empower autistic talent to succeed across the employee journey.
Learning objectives:

Define autism in the context of workplace culture and inclusion
Explore the lived experiences of autistic professionals and their families in the workplace
Identify policies and practices that support autistic employees through every stage of the talent lifecycle—from recruitment to retention and advancement

Missy Norbury-LeDoux | eLearning Development Specialist, OpenSesame
Missy is an eLearning Development Specialist at OpenSesame, where she’s worked for over six years across two different teams. She’s collaborated with people on every side of the business, and the through-line of her career has been a desire to help people feel welcomed, supported, and included. Missy began leading the company’s Neurodiversity ERG in 2021, a group dedicated to providing a safe space for those whose brains don’t fit the traditional definition of “normal.” In addition to her work at OpenSesame, she loves art and writing and is a passionate advocate for people-first infrastructure and fighting the causes of climate change.
LaTonya Davis | Founder, LaTonya Davis Consulting
LaTonya Davis (she/iye) is an Autism parent and she delivers powerful talks that shift people from good intent to exceptional impact. She is a Presidential Scholar and HBCU graduate from Houston–the same high school as George Floyd. LaTonya has held past positions as a Board Member of Texas Autism Society, Global Head of DEI of Amazon Prime and has been a keynote speaker for Eikon, Boys and Girls Clubs C Valley, and Hong Kong Women’s Council. Jamil Ghani, VP of World Wide Prime stated, “The worldwide Prime organization has increased representation, deepened manager skillsets for creating high performing inclusive cultures, and invested in our diverse talent to accelerate their impact. We wouldn’t be pushing as successfully on all these fronts without LaTonya’s expertise and leadership.” She received the Outstanding Woman in Law Award from her alma mater. She hosts the Autism Moms Podcast.

LaTonya Davis Consulting
LaTonya Davis Consulting, LLC. and LaTonya Davis Network shifts people and organizations from good intent to exceptional impact. Our services include keynote speaking, advising and training. We offer a global Learning and Development Academy, Podcast and Newsletters with a 300 million impact from K-12 to Fortune 500.

The leadership wake-up call: change is here – are your managers ready?
2025-04-15 10:00 (Europe/London)
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Too often, organisations react to change rather than prepare for it. As AI reshapes industries and ways of working, leadership readiness has never been more critical. In this webinar, we’ll challenge L&D and HR leaders to take a proactive approach—ensuring managers have the skills and confidence to lead through transformation.
We’ll explore how to embed change readiness into leadership development, assess managerial capabilities, and provide the right interventions to drive successful transformation. From understanding the principles of effective change management to practical strategies for supporting leaders, this session will help you take a proactive approach to organisational adaptability.
Key takeaways:

Why change management is a critical leadership capability and how L&D can support it.
How to assess leadership and management readiness for change.
The role of mindset, coaching, and learning design in preparing leaders.
Practical interventions to support managers before, during, and after change initiatives.

Don’t let change catch your organisation off guard—help your leaders take control and drive positive transformation.

Ket Patel | Founder, Change Agitators
Ket Patel is the founder of Change Agitators and is a Change Management Institute Accredited Master Change Practitioner with over 20 years of experience helping organisations as they scale, grow and modernise.
Ket and his team arm leaders and managers with the tools and mindset to navigate the uncertainty that surrounds a broad and complex portfolio of change.
He is also a passionate volunteer in the field of Change Management. After leading the UK Change Management Institute (ChgMI) for several years, he now works closely with the institute and academic institutions to bring greater rigour to the profession.

Adam Lacey | Co-Founder, Assemble You
Adam Lacey is the Co-Founder of Assemble You, a podcast-style audio-learning business that he launched with his cousin, Rich, in 2022. Assemble You is the home of podcast-style audio lessons that help enable learning on the go.
Adam has been designing, building and selling online learning for the last 13 years. He also hosts the L&D Challenges Podcast and as well as the Assemble You Expert Series.

GenShift: From Tension to Teamwork
2025-03-19
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Are you feeling the tension between generations? Tension about work-life vs. life-work balance? About emojis? 🤣 🤯 💀 If you are struggling to understand your colleagues, supervisors, friends, and family across the generational divide- You. Are. Not. Alone. If you’re struggling to connect with colleagues, supervisors, or even family members across generational lines, this webinar is for you.
Join Dr. Katherine Jeffery for an engaging session on surviving—and thriving—in today’s multi-generational workplace. With five generations in the workplace, communication styles, technology preferences, and values often collide, impacting wellness, team dynamics, and productivity.

Drawing on her extensive research and consulting experience, Dr. Jeffery will:

Explore real-world examples and realistic video scenarios that highlight generational tensions.
Share actionable insights and strategies for transforming these differences into strengths.
Equip you with the GenShift Cheat Codes to foster collaboration and cohesion across generations.

Discover how to turn generational diversity into your team’s secret weapon. Whether you’re a Traditionalist, Baby Boomer, Gen Xer, Millennial, or Gen Zer, this webinar will help you better understand each group’s unique values and work styles—and leverage them for success. As a bonus, Dr. Jeffery will unveil GenShift, the new suite of micro-learning courses co-created with SunShower Learning that is now available in the OpenSesame catalog.
The series includes thought-provoking and fun topics like:

The Awesome Power of the Gen Z Pod
Emotional Intelligence (you read that right 🤣)
From Cradle to Cubicle
How to Work with Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Zers on One Team

Don’t miss this opportunity to transform generational tension into collaboration, innovation, and strength. View On-Demand today!
Dr. Katherine Jeffery | Generational Strategist & CEO, KJ Consulting
Dr. Katherine Jeffery is a generational researcher and practitioner who’s passionate about guiding companies and organizations through the massive leadership transition in the world right now. Dr. Jeffery is a highly sought-after consultant and presenter, known for her engaging workshops on intergenerational dynamics. Companies worldwide rely on her expertise to bridge generational gaps, foster collaboration and implement effective leadership practices. Her ability to translate research into practical solutions has made her an international thought leader, shaping the future of leadership and organizational development.

2025 learning and development trends - what’s next for L&D? (EMEA-focused)
2025-03-18 09:30 (Europe/London)
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Explore the future of learning in EMEA.
Join Donald H. Taylor, a celebrated thought leader in L&D, and Mehdi Tounsi from OpenSesame, for a focused look at the trends and priorities shaping workplace learning across the EMEA region.
This highly anticipated webinar dives into the results of the 2025 L&D Global Sentiment Survey, now in its 12th year, featuring insights from thousands of L&D professionals worldwide.
Discover how regional differences in EMEA influence what’s top of mind for L&D professionals—and uncover the shared priorities driving transformation across industries.
Key topics of discussion include:

The emerging trends set to define workplace learning in 2025
Regional insights: how responses vary across EMEA countries
What’s on the horizon for skills development, AI, and digital transformation
Common challenges faced across EMEA—and how organizations are addressing them

Curious about the unique perspectives shaping learning and development in your region? Don’t miss this deep dive into what matters most for EMEA’s L&D leaders.
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.
Mehdi Tounsi | Senior Regional Director EMEA, OpenSesame
With over 20 years of experience in the learning industry, Mehdi has successfully implemented learning and talent management strategies for various industries, including content providers and LMS platform specialists. Mehdi assists global organisations in meeting the challenges linked to cultural diversity, improving communications within global operations and developing learning programmes to enhance workforce mobility. A seasoned traveler and passionate linguist, Mehdi has held different international positions in Australia, Africa, the US and now in London, where he oversees OpenSesame’s European operations as the Senior Regional Director, EMEA.

The Competitive Edge: Creating a Learning Culture That Fuels Performance
2025-03-13 12:00 (America/New_York)
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What does it truly mean to build a learning-first organization?
Just like a great sports team, a thriving workplace learning culture doesn’t happen by accident—it takes strategy, training, and teamwork. In this dynamic panel discussion, industry leaders will share how they build championship-worthy learning cultures that drive engagement, innovation, and business success. We’ll explore the winning plays behind continuous learning, how technology fuels learning and development, and how to overcome the toughest challenges along the way. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your game plan or draft a whole new strategy, this session will provide expert insights to help your organization stay ahead of the competition. Stay until the final whistle for a live audience Q&A, where you can ask our experts your biggest questions about creating a winning learning culture.
Learning Objectives:

Understand what a culture of learning really means – and why it’s a game-changer
Learn how to build and sustain a learning culture in your organization
Understand how to measure success and ensure learning initiatives create real impact

Erin Santoro | Manager of Learning and Development, Healthesystems
Erin taught elementary school in New Jersey for 17 years before moving to Florida, where she worked as an Assistant Principal. In July 2022, she joined Healthesystems as a Learning Consultant and is now the Manager of Learning and Development, designing and delivering learning solutions for diverse stakeholders. Erin’s current professional passion is supporting leadership at Healthelearning to provide all team members with individualized support for their growth. In her spare time, she spends time with her daughter and enjoys interior design and all things reality tv.
Janeen Carrano | Training Manager, South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (RWA)
Janeen is a dedicated educator and trainer with a strong background in teaching, leadership, and psychology. Holding a teaching certification and a Masters in Teaching, she began her career in education, fostering student growth and development. Janeen later advanced into leadership as a Director of Supplemental Education, where she guided students, families and programs to enhance learning beyond the classroom. Building on this experience, Janeen earned a Masters in Applied Psychology, deepening her understanding of human behavior, motivation, and learning strategies. This expertise now informs her role as a trainer, where she designs and delivers impactful professional development programs. Passionate about education and continuous learning, Janeen combines instructional best practices with psychological insights to empower individuals and teams to excel.
Sabrina Cervantes Villa | Human-Centered Design Specialist, Align Technology, Inc.
Sabrina Cervantes Villa is a human-centered design specialist dedicated to education and community. Her diverse experience spans K-12 classrooms to corporate learning environments. With expertise in user experience research, Sabrina transforms end-user insights into impactful learning experiences, workshops, marketing campaigns, and job aids. Currently, she supports over 23,000 employees at Align Technology, the maker of Invisalign.
Liza Mucheru Wisner | Enterprise Curator, OpenSesame
Award-winning television personality Liza Mucheru Wisner is an Enterprise Talent Development Strategist, Ethical AI & Workforce Transformation Leader, Keynote Speaker, and a top 3 finalist on the television show The Apprentice on NBC. Liza serves her community as an Enterprise Curator at OpenSesame, on a mission to develop the world’s most productive, admired, and inclusive workforces. She leads strategic initiatives for more inclusivity in human capital services and works directly with many organizations all over the world to make their products and services connect better with their teams and their community. Professionally trained in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built an incredible career and has turned her love of human capital optimization and process automation into a fulfilling life. Liza is also the founder of social organizations, including the non-profit, PowerUp.org whose mission is to bridge the divide and provide opportunities where everyone rises up.

2025 Learning and Development Trends - What’s Next for L&D?
2025-02-27 12:30 (America/New_York)
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What’s shaping the future of workplace learning in 2025?
Be among the first to uncover the trends that will dominate L&D this year. Join globally renowned L&D thought leader Donald H. Taylor as he reveals insights from the 2025 L&D Global Sentiment Survey, shared by thousands of professionals across the world.
Now in its 12th year, this survey uncovers what’s top of mind for L&D and HR experts and highlights the key opportunities and challenges shaping the industry today. (Spoiler alert: 2025 promises to bring even more focus on AI, skills, and innovation.)
In this session, you’ll discover:

Cutting-edge trends and the latest priorities for L&D professionals
How global perspectives influence what’s next in workplace learning
Key themes driving transformation in skills development, technology, and beyond
Insights into the biggest challenges organizations are working to solve

Don’t miss this opportunity to get actionable insights and explore what’s on the horizon for workplace learning. Bring your questions! We’ll wrap up with a live Q&A session.
About 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.
