In 2026, we’re once again bringing together 6 international voices who are reshaping the L&D landscape in their own unique ways. Six forward-thinkers who will challenge our assumptions and broaden our perspective on learning:

• JD Dillon (USA) shares his sharp perspective on performance-driven learning and explores how L&D can engage hard-to-reach employees, support learning in the flow of work and ultimately drive better business results. JD will deliver both a keynote and a masterclass.
• Antonina Panchenko (UKR) explores how professional identity and learning at work are being redefined in a world where traditional boundaries are rapidly disappearing.
• Conrado Schlochauer (BRA) shares his inspiring perspective on lifelong learning and shows how organisations can build a sustainable learning culture in a world of constant change. Conrado will deliver both a keynote and a masterclass.
• Melanie Martinelli (CHE) explores what it really takes to make learning transfer happen, so that learning doesn’t end when the training does, but translates into meaningful impact on the job.
• Michael Gerlich (CHE) explores the human side of artificial intelligence and challenges us to think about how technology can amplify, rather than replace, human potential.
• Daria Zadniprovska (UKR) shares how resilience and growth can emerge when certainty disappears, and what it takes to keep learning in the most challenging circumstances.

Together, their perspectives invite us to look beyond familiar habits, boundaries and job titles, and get to the heart of what learning is really about.

Save the dates: 21 + 22 October 2026. Bring yourself and your team and discover how learning is evolving in 2026 and beyond. Look beyond your own borders and think bigger, deeper and bolder at the L&D Talks. Invest in yourself and join us — not just to listen, but to share, challenge yourself and grow.

Find all the details at L&D Talks 2026.