Calling all HR + L&D Trailblazers: This event was made for you!
If the answer is not enough, this is your chance to change that.
HowNow + Friends: What’s Up L&D is a day of bite-sized, thought-provoking sessions designed to inspire, inform, and equip you with the tools to tackle 2025 with confidence, clarity and a fresh perspective.
From building team resilience and having transformational coaching conversations to leveraging AI for better training, every session is crafted with you in mind.
We’ve brought together thought leaders, disruptive thinkers, and bestselling authors to share their insights - all in a format that works for busy professionals like you.
Packed with bold ideas and practical insights, each session is designed to give you actionable tools and strategies, to help you create real impact where it matters most.
10.00 - 10.30AM
Adam Lacy, Assemble You
Great leadership creates spaces where people feel safe, heard, and empowered to thrive.
Adam Lacey will share practical strategies and real-world examples to help you foster a culture that inspires innovation, open communication, and shared growth, equipping your team to achieve their best work together.
Kasper Spiro, Easygenerator
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping corporate learning, shifting focus from knowledge acquisition to skill-building.
Kasper introduces the Contextual Learning Model and shares actionable strategies to design impactful learning experiences that align with the future of work, enabling organisations to deliver skills-focused, real-world development.
Jo Wright, Coaching Culture Ltd
Leadership isn’t just about managing tasks; it’s about transforming lives.
Learn how to shift from transactional to transformational conversations that build trust, inspire growth, and spark innovation. This session equips you with a coaching mindset and practical tools to foster deeper connections within your team.
Philip Horváth, Luman
Resilience is a skill you can grow. In this interactive session, explore the core of your “Human Operating System” and discover simple steps to boost energy, focus, and balance.
Guided self-reflection and practical exercises will leave you with the confidence to navigate constant change and face challenges head-on.
Nelson Sivalingam, HowNow
Drowning in L&D opinions? Nelson cuts through the noise with hard-hitting data and insights shaping the future of learning.
Learn what truly drives impact, prioritise what works, and leave with actionable strategies to create meaningful change in your organisation’s learning and development initiatives.
Nick Henderson-Mayo, VinciWorks
What if compliance training wasn’t a chore? Discover how AI transforms compliance through Conversational Learning, making it engaging and impactful.
This session offers a fresh perspective for compliance leaders and tech enthusiasts, showcasing how AI-driven solutions can create compliant yet captivating learning experiences.
Marta Suarez, PINKTUM
Sales success starts with clear goals. Learn how to align personal and professional ambitions to boost performance and growth.
This session explores the art and science of goal-setting, giving you tools to turn challenges into opportunities, stay motivated, and create momentum towards long-term success.
Lauren Miles, PMI
Facing challenges but unsure which tool can help? Lauren will share the most effective problem-solving frameworks and how to apply them.
Learn to standardise your approach, ensuring clarity and consistency across your organisation while tackling complex problems with confidence.
Kristina Laliberte, Talaera
Navigating diverse workplaces is essential in today’s interconnected world. This session equips you with tools to build trust, foster inclusivity, and avoid miscommunication.
Gain practical insights to develop Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and adapt your communication style for working effectively across cultures and contexts.