Conversation Series
The Conversation Series features peer-to-peer panel discussions providing actionable advice based on real-world experience. Attend this event alongside other L&D professionals for an opportunity to hear about what’s really going on inside organizations and learn what you can do to lead your organization forward. This LIVE event is produced and moderated by a Training Industry, Inc. subject matter expert.
Upcoming Training Industry Conversation Series
 [Conversation Series] Engagement as the Engine of Change March 19, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET During this discussion, a panel of learning leaders will explore how learning and development (L&D) can harness the passion of employees who are already highly engaged to strengthen culture and accelerate change across the business. |
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2025 Conversation Series
 During this conversation series, experienced learning leaders will share how they’re rethinking the design and delivery of training to reflect the realities of today’s workforce. From building flexible content to incorporating a wider range of voices and learning formats, panelists will explore how to create training that engages, respects and supports every learner. |
 During this conversation series, experienced learning leaders will share their firsthand experience with digital transformation in L&D. They’ll explore how to build resilient, tech-savvy learning cultures that embrace innovation while maintaining the human element of training. |
 During this conversation series, top staffing and outsourcing providers will explore when to use staffing vs. project-based sourcing, how flexible talent solutions can scale training and key outsourcing trends shaping L&D. |
 During this conversation series, our panel of L&D experts will explore how to keep training content and delivery methods timely and effective by leveraging agile principles, proactive content updates and feedback-driven improvements. |
2024 Conversation Series
 During this conversation series, our panel of L&D experts will discuss core competencies that define successful modern leaders, including strategic thinking, agility in decision-making and fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity. |
 During this conversation series, our panel of L&D experts will discuss practical approaches for incorporating AI into daily L&D practices. |
 During this conversation series, we will focus on the nuances of inclusive training, with an emphasis on how to account for your organization’s diverse language and culture needs. |
 During this conversation series, you’ll hear from learning leaders who have firsthand experience with this common struggle: They will share strategies they’ve implemented to combat low learner engagement. |
2023 Conversation Series
 During this panel discussion, seasoned learning leaders share their experiences on boosting learner retention and driving training outcomes by creating a continuous learning culture in their organizations. |
 During this panel discussion, leaders in learning and development share their first-hand experience developing skill maps. Panelists will share best practices, common challenges and pitfalls to avoid, as well as the importance of strategic alignment with skills-based learning initiatives, and the role leadership plays in developing their teams. |