Calling all HR + L&D Trailblazers: This event was made for you!

      HowNow +Friends  - Landing Page Banner - Jan 2025 (3)

      You spend every day empowering others to learn, grow, and succeed - but how often do you invest in your own development?

      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.

      One day, endless inspiration.

      Bite-sized sessions for you to snack on. 

      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

      The Safe Space Advantage: How Great Leaders Foster Psychological Safety

      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.

       

      10.40 - 11.10AM

      Context is Key:
      The AI-Powered Future of Skills Training 

      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.

       

      11.20 - 11.50AM 

      From Small Talk to Big Impact: Coaching Conversations that Inspire Growth 

      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.

       

      12.00 - 12.30PM 

      Regen YOU - How to Become More Resilient in the Face of Constant Changes

      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.

       

      12:40 - 1.10PM 

      No Fluff, Just Facts: Data-Driven Insights to Transform Your 2025 L&D Strategy 

      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.

       

      1.20 - 1.50PM 

      Conversational Learning - The New Era of Compliance Training 

      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.

       

      2.00 - 2.30PM

      Selling with Impact : How Goal Setting Can Drive Personal and Business Growth

      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.

       

      2.40 - 3.10PM

      Problem Solved: Picking the Right Tools for Any Challenge

      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.

       

      3.20 - 3.50PM

      Global Teamwork: Mastering Cross-Cultural Collaboration

      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.

       

      Time to invest in your development?

      Meet your hosts for the day

      Adam Lacey, Co-Founder, Assemble You
      Adam Lacey
      Co-Founder
      Assemble You
      Jo Wright, Co-Founder, Coaching Culture Ltd
      Jo Wright
      Co-Founder
      Coaching Culture Ltd
      Philip Horváth, Partner, Luman
      Philip Horváth
      Partner
      Luman
      Kasper Spiro, Co-Founder and Chief Learning Strategist, Easygenerator
      Kasper Spiro
      Co-Founder & Chief Learning Strategist
      Easygenerator
      Marta Suarez, Manager Business Development & International Sales, PINKTUM
      Marta Suarez
      Manager Business Development & International Sales
      PINKTUM
      Lauren Miles, Director of Digital & Customer Experience, PMI
      Lauren Miles
      Director of Digital
      & Customer Experience
      PMI
      Kristina Laliberte, Partnership Manager, Talaera
      Kristina Laliberte
      Partnership Manager
      Talaera
      Nick Henderson-Mayo, Director of Learning and Content, VinciWorks
      Nick Henderson-Mayo
      Director of Learning and Content VinciWorks
      Nelson Sivalingam, Co-Founder and CEO, HowNow
      Nelson Sivalingam
      Co-Founder and CEO
      HowNow

      Your 2025 L&D game plan starts here.