5 June 2025 | MELBOURNE
Building Agility, Cultivating Capability, Delivering Success
Join Australia’s top L&D leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges in workplace learning. Designed with strategy and tactics at its core, this event is for leaders looking to navigate the evolving L&D landscape and optimise opportunity all while delivering transformative learning outcomes for the modern workplace. Now is the time for L&D leaders to embrace change, build resilience and create the advantage needed to become proactive drivers in organisational success.
Why Attend
- 1Valuable Insights
- 2Candid Discussions
- 3Networking Opportunities
- 4Expert Speakers
2025 Speakers
Anish Lalchandani
Global Head of Talent Management
Georgia Tsamis
Head of Learning and Leadership
Penny Williamson
Head of Capability
Sarah Herring
Regional Director of Talent & Learning - Asia Pacific
Dan George
Head of Learning
Gary Hegarty
General Manager Organisational Development
Bella Lough
Head of Learning & Development
David Lyons
Head of People & Culture
Mehri Doyle
Director of Learning & Development
Rae Webb
Manager, Learning & Leadership Capability
Kate Dillon
Director of Employee Strategy + Experience
Addresses
Speakers
Environment
Agenda
Aligning L&D Strategy with Business Objectives for a Thriving Workforce
- What are some current business challenges and/or objectives of the moment? How can these areas be addressed through L&D strategy?
- How can we craft impactful L&D programs that align with and bolster the overarching goals and vision of our organisations?
- How do we implement agile HR and learning practices that can adapt to evolving business demands, nurture innovation, and foster resilience amongst the workforce?
- What is one final piece of advice you would give to Delegates currently striving to align L&D strategy with their business priorities?
Learner-Centric Training: Creating Dynamic, Accessible and Effective Learner Personas
The challenge of meeting diverse learner needs has become increasingly complex. Traditional “one-size-fits-all” training models fall short in addressing the individual learning needs, preferences, and pace of the modern learner. This session will delve into the crucial need for personalised, learner-centric training and will offer a comprehensive approach to creating dynamic learner personas that evolve alongside employees.
Designing Effective Microlearning Environments
Microlearning is one of the least understood trends in the L&D community. There are many different use cases and formats for microlearning, with organisations implementing these methods in vastly different ways. This creates a tremendous challenge when striving to identify the best design practices, delivery approaches, and implementation methods. This session will explore ways for co-designing and implementing effective microlearning programs that fit best for learners and deliver maximum impact and success for organisations.
Harnessing Data Driven Insights for Impactful Corporate L&D Programming
- How are we currently leveraging data analytics to drive impactful L&D programming? What challenges do we currently face?
- How can we refine learning programs through continuously using data on adoption?
- How can we align technologies like Generative AI with our approaches to managing data analytics when delivering corporate L&G strategy?
- What’s next? Predictions for future applications of AI within L&D
Optimising Employee Experiences: Strategy & Innovations for Crafting Universal Learning Programs
- What are some current challenges and/or objectives of the moment when designing L&D programs for employees?
- How can we design human-centred learning materials to enhance program efficacy?
- What are the key success factors to designing and implementing effective L&D programs that empower learners to accomplish their objectives?
- What are some of the latest emerging technologies being leveraged to enhance employee learning experiences?
- What is one final piece of advice you would give to Delegates looking to efficiently optimize their employee learning experiences?
What’s included in my delegate pass
Access to Full Event Program
Exclusive Networking Opportunities
Executive Insights & Event Content
Delegate registration is strictly for in-house L&D, HR and Culture professionals. Service providers, vendors and consultants are not permitted to register as delegates. If you are a service provider, vendor or consultant, please reach out to jessicaef@connectmedia.com to discuss your involvement.
Registrations will be reviewed for the correct rate, Connect Media reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone not paying the correct rate. Furthermore, we will not be responsible for travel costs if you do not pay the correct rate.
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Become A Partner
The Learning and Development Forum is driven by an ambitious business agenda, and our audience is screened for seniority to ensure you are networking the minds shaping business.
Our limited keynote and moderated panel speaking opportunities will effectively embed you in this top-end business community. Digital and physical brand activations, as well as consultations in dedicated activation spaces further enable you to engage with this decision-making audience.
As a marketing platform to demonstrate expertise, credibility and grow your business with leading L&D executives, the Learning and Development Forum offers unrivalled cut-through.
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Tel: +61 2 8004 8590
Email: team@connectmedia.com
Venue & Accomodation
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA
Venue to be announced soon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What’s included in my delegate pass?
A Delegate Pass includes access to all sessions, refreshment breaks, networking lunches, and access to provided speaker presentations. Please note: Sharing of speaker presentation’s is subject to approval from the guest speaker. One delegate ticket is entry for one person only, passes cannot be shared. Organiser’s reserve the right to deny entry to anyone not registered.
Is there a group booking discount?
Yes – groups of 3 people or more are entitled to a discount. Full discount information is available on our registration page. If you have any questions about how group bookings work, please contact team@connectmedia.com
Can I transfer my pass?
A delegate pass is entry for one person only, passes cannot be shared. A substitute delegate is welcome at any time prior to the event, provided the request is made in writing to team@connectmedia.com
How do I receive my delegate pass?
Following the completion of your registration, you will receive an email confirmation. We will contact you via email the day prior to the event with a QR code, to make your arrival as seamless as possible have your QR e-ticket ready and visible on your device.
Is media registration available?
No, this is a closed and confidential event. Media registrations are not available.
Cancellation Policy:
A full refund less a $250 (GST Inclusive) processing fee is applicable on cancellation requests made in writing within 10 days of registration. No refunds are available for cancellations made more than 10 days after registration. Where Connect Media is required to reschedule the event in the interest of the event partner’s and guests, your pass will be automatically transferred to the rescheduled dates. Should Connect Media be unable to offer, deliver or fulfil any engagement within 12 months, you will be entitled to a full refund.
What is a Service Provider?
A service provider refers to an individual or organisation who supplies products and/or services to the primary audience of the event.
Will there be a delegate list available?
No, Connect Media does not provide delegate lists to attendees.
Fraudulent activities
We’ve been alerted to instances of companies proposing to purchase and sell lists of attendees for our events. Please be assured, we do not engage in the sale or distribution of event-related data. Such companies have no association with us, and we are actively working to halt these deceptive practices.
Regrettably, this type of scam is not uncommon in the media industry. Any information purported to originate from our events and offered by a third party would be completely fabricated. Should you have doubts about the legitimacy of a potential supplier, we urge you to contact us directly.
For any additional questions please contact us on 02 8004 8590 or team@connectmedia.com.
Terms and Conditions
Delegate Pass:
Delegate Pass includes access to all sessions, refreshment breaks, networking lunches, networking drinks reception, and access to approved speaker presentations/on demand content. Please note: Sharing of speaker presentation’s is subject to approval from the guest speaker. One delegate ticket is entry for one person only, passes cannot be shared. Organiser’s reserve the right to deny entry to anyone not registered.
Digital Pass (only applicable for digital events):
A digital pass is valid for the use of 1 user and provides access to live content, inclusive of all keynotes, and sessions. The pass also includes access to approved speaker presentations/on demand content; this will be available to you via email in the week following the event. Please note: Sharing of speaker presentation’s is subject to approval from the guest speaker. Access must not be shared by multiple user’s or redistributed in any way. Organiser’s reserve the right to deny access to anyone who is found violating the above terms.
Payment & Discounts:
Only one promotional discount code can be applied per registrant. All prices and promotions are valid at the time of purchase only and may not be redeemed after the point of purchase.
Registrations will be reviewed for the correct rate, Connect Media reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone not paying the correct rate. Furthermore, we will not be responsible for travel costs if you do not pay the correct rate.
Organiser’s Rights:
Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd endeavours to ensure the conference programme and speaker line-up is correct at the time of the event. All advertised details are correct at time of publishing. Due to unforeseen circumstances Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd reserves the right to alter the programme prior to the event without notice. We also reserve the right to cancel or postpone the event. Where Connect Media is unable to run the event in the next 12 months (from the date of the event), you will be entitled to a full refund. In the unlikely event that it is cancelled or postponed, no compensation will be provided for cancelled/amended travel arrangements.
Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd reserves the right to deny access to any individual that engages in or is alleged to engage in practices that are considered unprofessional and inappropriate for a business conference. We reserve the right to deny access to delegates that may affect the client / vendor ratio of attendance in favour of the interests of sponsors and commercial partners of the event.
In registering for this event, delegates grant permission to Connect Media and Communications Group Pty Ltd to take and to have full and free use of video/photographs containing their image/likeness for promotional use. Should a delegate not agree to the above image release, they must advise team@connectmedia.com.
Cancellation Policy:
A substitute delegate is welcome at any time provided the request is made in writing. A full refund less a $250 (GST Inclusive) processing fee is applicable on cancellation requests made in writing within 10 days of registration. No refunds are available for cancellations made more than 10 days after registration. Where Connect Media is required to reschedule the event in the interest of the event partner’s and guests, your pass will be automatically transferred to the rescheduled dates. Should you be provided with a credit note at the discretion of the event organisers, this credit is valid for the specified amount of passes, and not the monetary value. Should Connect Media be unable to offer, deliver or fulfil any engagement within 12 months, you will be entitled to a full refund.
Event Delivery:
In case of a change in government restrictions and advice, Connect Media reserves the right to make the decision to deliver the event completely digital, or completely in person. Should you hold a different pass, you are entitled to move your registration to digital/in person, or receive a credit for the following edition of the event.
Privacy Disclosure:
We take your privacy seriously. Information collected on this registration will be held in the strictest of confidence on a secure database. This information may be used in order to contact you regarding future events, product development and services offered. If you do not wish to be contacted please email team@connectmedia.com. To view our full privacy policy please visit: https://dashboard.connectmedia.com/privacy-policy/.
