Learning Café
Women in Learning: Empowering Impactful Contribution
Date Friday, Nov 29 Time – RoomRook
THIS IS A SIGN-UP SESSION *
How can we unlock the diverse insights within our own teams, creating an inclusive environment where all voices are valued? Lets discover together how diverse perspectives can accellerate innovation and success. In this interactive session, we'll explore challenges, celebrate contributions, and develop strategies for an inclusive industry where all voices can make meaningful contributions. In this hour we’ll explore the question through the lens of women but of course, it will be open to everyone who wants to play an active role in positive change!
* Sign-up Sessions are intimate, small-group sessions designed for hands-on collaboration and in-depth discussion. Due to the limited space available, early registration is essential to secure your spot. Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage closely with experts and peers—register now for your Sign-in Session!
Laura Overton
Analyst - Explorer - Writer - Facilitator, Learning Changemakers, United Kingdom
I am an experienced international speaker, author and facilitator with a passion for exploring, challenging and sharing. I believe that the role of learning leaders in the changing workplace is to unlock the potential of business and people. My goal has always been to help learning leaders ensure that their organisations are equipped and ready through outcome-led and evidence informed practice.
Together we will co-create the future of learning - one where learning leaders will become business critical as they uncover new ways to add value. As the founder of Towards Maturity- I led a global research programme for 15 years, bringing a community of practitioners, policy makers, experts and suppliers together to investigate how learning innovation delivers business value.
I continue to investigate, to explore , to communicate insights and facilitate collaborative change in the industry through workshops, coaching and sounding board work via #LearningChangemakers and as co-founder of Emerging Stronger.
Tracking the L&D learning innovation journey since 2003, I have authored/ co-authored of over 70 major research reports and, as a regular contributor to industry publications I have written over 300 articles. I continue to play an active role in research working with the CIPD and other significant industry bodies.
As an industry change maker, I regularly share good practice findings as a keynote presenter at conferences around the globe and through masterclasses, webinars and seminars. I have served on several advisory boards including the original LPI Capability Map, the CIPD Professional Map and Learning boards, the Online Educa Global Council and the original Distributed Electronic Learning Group for the UK government.
I am an academic fellow of the CIPD, a fellow of the RSA and the first female recipient of the Learning and Performance Institute’s Colin Corder Award for outstanding achievement. I was also the first recipient of the Learning Technology award for outstanding achievement and regularly appear in the top influencer lists for our industry.
I am always willing to work with LearningChangemakers across the industry so please contact me if you would like to find out more about my writing, facilitation, coaching or soundingboard work.
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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.