Session Details

811: Leadership Exchange Discussion: Building Credibility and Support for Learning Initiatives

November 6, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am

About Leadership Exchange (LX) sessions:

Leadership Exchange discussion sessions offer dynamic opportunities to hear from leading L&D voices. In each LX, experts open the session by addressing specific challenges in L&D leadership and raising a thought provoking question. Then, the tables turn! You will engage with your peers in roundtable discussions probing and answering the question from your own understanding and perspective. Share your thoughts, learn from peers, and expand your network— all during a single lively and engaging session built around topics of interest to senior L&D leaders.

Focus:

Even the best learning strategies can struggle without stakeholder support. In this Leadership Exchange, examine how L&D leaders build influence across the organization, navigate competing priorities, and position learning as a strategic business partner. Through peer discussion, share approaches for gaining buy-in, strengthening relationships with key stakeholders, and advancing learning initiatives when you don't have direct authority.

Topic/Track: Leadership & StrategyLevel: Intermediate/AdvancedFormat: Standard Session (60 Min.)