Presentation Panel
Establishing a Successful Learning and Development Culture
Date Thursday, Nov 28 Time – RoomTiergarten I / II / III
This session will explore strategies to create a dynamic learning culture that meets the needs of employees, businesses, and organisations. Presenters will share strategies for designing learning systems that generate sustained momentum, focusing on future-proof skills and leveraging AI-enabled tools to enhance learning experiences. This session will also address how to model antifragility in L&D practices, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and building a supportive, resilient workforce prepared for ongoing transformation.
Dinye Hernanda
Founder, Haus of Ilmu, Germany
Dinye Hernanda is a distinguished practitioner in Learning & Development, known for her bold, results-driven approach. As the founder of Haus of Ilmu, she partners with forward-thinking companies to craft transformative talent experiences, championing inclusivity, tech innovation, and sustainable practices.
With a proven track record in building L&D departments for high-growth organizations, Dinye has made her mark across major corporations, tech scale-ups, and VC firms. Her recognition as one of the 'Thirty Under 30' in L&D in 2021 underscores her unique ability to blend strategic vision with practical execution.
Honored as Mentor of the Year 2023, Dinye is dedicated to elevating the practice of L&D professionals across industries. A global citizen, she divides her time between Berlin, Dubai, and Jakarta.
Ivar Ihle
Competence Manager, Kongsberg Maritime , Norway
Ivar Ihle works as a Competence Manager in Kongsberg Maritime responsible for future-proofing the workforce. He has previously worked for many years in Technology Development and is very interested in the interactions between technology, business and learning. He holds a MSc and PhD in Engineering Cybernetics from Norwegian University of Science and Technology.
Stefan Koenig
Head of Human Resource Development and Training Academy, BOSCH Service Solutions Germany, Germany
Stefan Koenig is a seasoned leadership expert in the field of personnel and organizational development, with over 20 years of experience in global companies. Since 2019, he has led Human Resource Development at BOSCH Service Solutions, where he is responsible for conducting over 300 training sessions annually. He is an active participant in global Learning & Development networks and plays an engaged role in shaping BOSCH’s learning strategy. Since 2020, Stefan has focused particularly on digital qualification to support transformation initiatives. Through this work, he has gained diverse and valuable insights into the development of learning cultures.
Donald Macfarlane
Competency Development Specialist, Novo Nordisk A/S, Denmark
Don has 15 years of experience with corporate training infrastructure and challenges around online learning approaches, metrics, and engagement.
Moderator
Shannon Tipton
Owner, Founder, Learning Rebels, LLC
A workplace learning expert for 30+ years, Shannon Tipton fights for learning that sticks. As the founder of Learning Rebels®, she fixes training that’s broken and develops learning that delivers business results. Known for her Rebellious Rebuilding™ Framework, Shannon’s approach to learning reinforcement invites curiosity and strategy into workplace learning.
She is the author of Disruptive Learning and a global speaker. Join her in the fight for learning that sticks and results that matter at learningrebels.com.
How Does an Engineer Build a Learning Culture?, Ivar Ihle
This session explores the journey of an engineer transitioning into the field of learning and development within a global maritime engineering company. The presentation delves into the process of building a unified learning culture by breaking down its components, balancing the perspectives of employees, managers, and the organization, and designing a system that fosters continuous learning and growth. Attendees will gain insights into implementing a structured learning culture, addressing future skills, and managing the dynamics between individual and organizational needs.
Transforming Learning Culture: Are We Ready for Digital Learning?, Stefan Koenig
In this session, we explore the readiness of our learning culture for digital transformation. Based on a broad survey of over 500 leaders and employees across three locations in Germany, along with in-depth discussions with management, we'll uncover how we learn today and what it truly takes to embrace digital learning. Participants will gain insights into understanding and evaluating learning cultures, discussing them at the management level, and developing strategies to support successful transformation. Ideal for learning and development professionals, this session offers practical ideas to recognize and adapt learning techniques to diverse organizational cultures.
Building a Learner-Centric AND Trainer-Centric Infrastructure at Novo Nordisk, Donald Macfarlane
Learner centricity provides simplicity for the learner but often comes with added complexity for the trainer and those involved with maintenance. An additional focus on “trainer centricity” can help achieve a self-maintaining training infrastructure.