From shifting employee expectations to rapid workplace transformation, the world of work is evolving at record speed. As we look to 2026, L&D teams must navigate rising demands for personalization, manager enablement, and strategic alignment—without chasing every trend. Hosted by Matt Confer, VP of strategy and business development at Abilitie, and Nadine van Veen, director of learning and development at Ferrara, this session explores how experiential learning, simulations, and AI will shape sustainable strategies for the future of work.
Key Takeaways
Differentiate between short-term L&D hype and long-term, scalable trends.
Evaluate how emerging technologies can be integrated into sustainable learning strategies.
44% of TD professionals find conducting organizational needs assessments somewhat or very challenging.
Formulate a practical plan to future-proof leadership development programs in an AI-saturated world.
Primary Capability Covered: Career and Leadership Development
Participation in this event, either live or recorded, can be reported for one (1) professional development point toward initial certification or recertification requirements for the APTD or CPTD credential.
