Who Attends?

DevLearn attracts a vibrant community of learning and development professionals who are passionate about learning technologies. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned expert, DevLearn is the place to engage with your colleagues and explore how the latest technology can support learning and development. 

Fuel Your Learning & Development Career at DevLearn 2024

Don’t just keep pace with L&D trends, surpass them. At DevLearn 2024, you’ll master the latest learning technologies and strategies, discover new tools and solutions to revolutionize your learning programs and build powerful relationships with influential L&D professionals to propel your career growth.

Experience sneak peek:
- 200+ learning activities and sessions to upskill your L&D career with cutting-edge knowledge
- 150+ leading industry suppliers showcasing innovative solutions
- Dynamic networking opportunities to exchange ideas, share best practices, and spark new collaborations
You’ll meet L&D professionals from:
Spearhead L&D Change & Elevate Your Leadership

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge learning technologies, and forge connections with fellow trailblazers at DevLearn. You’ll engage with the revolutionary solutions poised to transform your learning landscape and change your organization’s trajectory.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you create learning initiatives with maximum impact:
New Leadership Exchange Sessions

Join us at DevLearn 2024 for new sessions explicitly tailored to the needs of today’s senior learning and development leaders. These sessions are more than just presentations—they are dynamic, interactive experiences designed to foster deep connections and shared learning among top L&D professionals.
Why Attend These Sessions?
- Engage in Interactive Learning: Experience a departure from traditional conference formats. Our sessions are designed to be highly interactive, encouraging active participation through roundtable discussions, Q&A segments, and collaborative activities that promote deeper understanding and retention.
- Leverage Peer Insights: Benefit from the collective wisdom of fellow leaders. These sessions provide a platform to share challenges, successes, and strategies, allowing you to gain diverse perspectives and practical solutions that you can apply within your organization.
- Expand Your Professional Network: Connect with a community of like-minded professionals facing similar challenges and opportunities. These sessions’ setting fosters meaningful relationships, opening doors to future collaborations and support networks.
- Foster Collaborative Innovation: Engage in an environment that encourages the exchange of innovative ideas. By collaborating with peers, you can co-create strategies and approaches that push the boundaries of traditional L&D practices.
- Personalized Learning Experience: These sessions offer a more personalized experience. With smaller group discussion sizes and an emphasis on interaction, you can tailor your learning by engaging directly with experts and peers on topics that matter most to you and your organization.
Join a Community of Innovators

At DevLearn 2024, you’ll be part of a community of senior leaders who are not just keeping pace with the industry—but setting the pace. These sessions offer the perfect platform to collaborate, innovate, and lead the way in the ever-evolving world of learning and development.
Level Up Your Training Impact

Join us at DevLearn to enhance your ability to manage and scale your training programs effectively. Gain wisdom from industry titans on how the latest tools can optimize your learning and performance initiatives. Plus, learn the secrets to quantifying the impact of your training initiatives and increasing the ROI they bring to your organization.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you level up your training impact:
Hear proven strategies from fellow training leaders:

Bob Branch
Training & Development Manager, Veev

Bethany Carlisle Morris
Innovation Lead, Training Design and Development, Morgan Stanley

DJ Jaeger
Training Manager, Akamai Technologies

Kim Leal
Training Director, Cross Country Workforce Solutions Group

You’ll have ample time to create lasting connections with your peers, including:
- Associate Director of Training at The Cheesecake Factory
- Corporate Training Manager at Cook and Boardman University
- Director of Training at Xcel Energy
- Training & Development Manager at Wolters Kluwer
- Training Manager at Charles Schwab & Co.
Elevate Your ID Projects

DevLearn is the perfect event for instructional designers looking to leverage the latest trends in eLearning and content development. You’ll hear innovative strategies from experts and your peers for creating interactive learning experiences, designing effective courses, and more. Plus, discover new authoring tools that can elevate your instructional design projects.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you elevate your ID projects:
Gain proven design strategies from fellow ID professionals:

Heather Carlson-Jaquez
Instructional Designer, United Network for Organ Sharing

Ilona Celej-Szostak
Assistant Director, Instructional Design, Moody’s Analytics

Gretchen Luongo
Senior Instructional Designer, U.S. Army, IMCOM G7 – School for Family and MWR

Mimi Phung
Instructional Designer 2, University of California, San Diego

You’ll have ample time to network with your instructional design peers, including:
- Instructional Design Manager at Best Buy
- Instructional Designer at Cisco
- Instructional Designer at Zillow Group
- Lead Instructional Designer at Specsavers Canada
- Manager, Instructional Design at Caterpillar
Craft Powerful & Engaging Experiences

Transform your courses into engaging experiences learners will crave! DevLearn offers hands-on workshops and sessions focusing on the latest software, tools, and strategies for eLearning development. You’ll learn about new and emerging technologies that can make your eLearning courses more engaging and effective.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you craft powerful and engaging experiences:
Hear proven eLearning strategies from leading experts and practitioners:

Jennifer Foster
Senior Learning Designer, Retention.com

Pooja Jaisingh
AVP, Digital Learning, Icertis

Kennedy Patterson
eLearning Manager, Express Employment International

Christy Tucker
Learning Experience Design Consultant, Syniad Learning, LLC

You’ll have ample time to create lasting connections with your peers, including:
- Associate Director, Instructional Design & eLearning Development at Otsuka Pharmaceutical
- eLearning Designer/Developer at Assurant
- eLearning Designer at America First Credit Union
- eLearning Manager at Sonora Quest Laboratories
- Manager, eLearning Development at Sephora
Become a Learning Tech Hero<

Discover cutting-edge case studies and implementation stories that can help you manage effective rollouts and improve learning systems in your organization. Whether your specialty is implementation, system analysis, or anything in between, you’ll benefit from seeing the latest technologies in action at DevLearn.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you become a learning tech hero:
Learn about the latest tech from leading experts and practitioners:

Raymond Butler
LMS Platform Manager & Senior eLearning Developer, Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing

Jason Haag
Learning Technologist, Veracity Learning

Tracy Parish
Education Technology Specialist, Parish Creative Solutions

Ben Womack
Talent Systems Manager, Coca-Cola Consolidated

You’ll have ample time to create lasting connections with your peers, including:
- Associate Director – HR Technology at AT&T
- Learning Management Systems Administrator at Solution Health
- Learning Technologies Manager at Procter & Gamble
- Learning Technologist at Tripadvisor
- LMS Administrator at Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Design the Workforce of Tomorrow

Uncover strategies to prepare employees for the future with sessions on integrating coaching, mentoring, and leadership development into organizational practices. Plus, gain insights from your peers on how to create comprehensive development programs that align with business goals and drive organization-wide success.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you design the workforce of tomorrow:
Hear proven development strategies from leading experts and practitioners:

Sarah Charles
Learning & Performance Lead, Actalent Services

Dominic Dowdy-Windsor
Manager, Engagement & Employee Development, Oakland Zoo

Mark Lassoff
Chief Skills Officer, SkillSprints

Zsolt Olah
Senior HR Data Measurement Analyst, Intel

You’ll have ample time to create lasting connections with your peers, including:
- Director of Human Resources at Superior Industries
- Director of Team Engagement at Action Car and Truck Accessories
- HR Specialist at the National Nuclear Security Administration
- Manager, Onboarding Programs at Discover Card
- Senior Manager, Talent Development at Sephora
Crush Complex Learning Projects

Equip yourself with the tools and strategies specifically crafted for managers of learning products. Discover how to efficiently manage resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations to deliver learning projects with unparalleled efficacy.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you crush complex learning projects:
Gain practical tips from learning and development SMEs:

Jess Almlie, Learning and Performance Strategist, Owner, Learning Business Advisor Consulting

Bianca Baumann, VP, Learning Solutions & Innovation, Ardent

Tracie Cantu, Chief Learning Strategist, Your CLO

Anthony Reisinger, Learning Experience Design & Project Management Team Lead, TorranceLearning

You’ll have ample time to network with your project management peers, including:
- Industry Insights Lead, Sr. Project Manager at Capital One
- Learning Solutions Project Manager at Roche
- Project Manager at Arizona State University
- Project Manager at Project at Sunstate Equipment
- Learning and Development Project Manager at Allergan Aesthetics, an Abbvie Company
Cultivate a Consulting Edge

Sharpen your consultancy skills by interacting with industry leaders and exploring emerging trends like digital adoption, change management, and workforce upskilling strategies. DevLearn is a treasure trove of insights and tools to help you provide unparalleled value to your clientele.

Here’s a sneak peek of the sessions that will help you cultivate a consulting edge:
Hear proven strategies from fellow consultants:

Elham Arabi, Global Learning Consultant, Northeastern University

Cindy Huggett, Principal/CEO, Cindy Huggett Consulting, LLC

Mike Taylor, Learning Consultant, Nationwide

Will Thalheimer, Consultant, Speaker, Researcher, Work-Learning Research

You’ll have ample time to create lasting connections with your peers, including:
- Compliance Training Consultant at Northwestern Mutual
- Consultant, Talent Management at Nestle Purina PetCare Co.
- Consulting Director at CNA Insurance
- HR Business Systems Consultant at Transamerica
- Implementation Success Consultant at United Educators
Curated Sessions for Government Employees

DevLearn 2024 offers a wealth of sessions carefully selected to provide maximum value to federal government employees. Whether you’re focused on enhancing digital learning programs, implementing new technologies, or developing robust measurement strategies, you will find sessions that will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need.

FGDLA Panel Session at DevLearn

Cracking the Code: Designing Impactful L&D Programs for Government Success

As the focus on measurable outcomes in government training intensifies, aligning your learning programs with agency goals and showcasing their effectiveness has never been more crucial. Join experts from the FGDLA in this capstone panel session to explore strategies for designing measurable learning programs, aligning them with organizational objectives, and demonstrating success to leadership. Learn about tools, best practices, and methodologies to effectively measure and communicate the impact of your programs to stakeholders.

Here are a few other sessions to consider attending, curated by the team at FGDLA.

Wednesday, November 6, 2024:
- How to Choose the Best LMS for Your Organization’s Critical Use Cases – Discover practical tips for selecting and implementing an LMS tailored to the needs of federal agencies.
- Leverage ChatGPT for Qualitative Analysis of Educational Survey Feedback – Explore how AI can streamline data analysis in government training programs.
- Harness the Power of AI Video for Your Learning Solutions – Learn how AI-driven video tools can enhance training effectiveness.
- Build a Comprehensive Learner Assessment Program & Improve Outcomes – Explore strategies for developing assessments that align with federal training objectives and demonstrate impact.
- Enhance the Visibility & Impact of Learning Materials with an AI-Enhanced Resource Hub – Learn to create centralized resources that improve accessibility and learning outcomes.
- Intro to xAPI for Learning Data & Analytics – Unlock the power of xAPI for tracking and analyzing learning outcomes in government training.
- Effective Audio Design to Elevate Learning Experiences – Understand how audio design can improve engagement and retention in eLearning.
- Lights, Camera, Savings! – Explore cost-effective video production techniques for government training.
Thursday, November 7, 2024:
- Strategies for Building a Thriving Learning Community – Learn how to foster a collaborative learning environment within federal agencies.
- L&D Solutions That Stick: Amplify Engagement & Enablement – Discover tactics to boost engagement and effectiveness in government training programs.
- Use AI in All the Right Ways: From Efficiency to Innovation – Explore practical AI applications to enhance training efficiency.
- Implementing a CMS in L&D: What to Expect & How to Prepare – Get expert advice on the complexities of implementing content management systems in large organizations like federal agencies.
- Microlearning: A Look at the Current State & Imminent Innovations – Dive into microlearning strategies that can be applied to government training initiatives.
- Design Your Learning Ecosystem for Success – Learn how to create an integrated learning environment that supports continuous improvement.
- Creating Immersive Learning Spaces: The New Virtual Classrooms – Dive into virtual and immersive learning environments that can revolutionize federal training.
- Transform Your Evaluation Practices: How to Construct a Solid Plan for Evaluation – Develop robust evaluation strategies to measure training impact.
- Beyond Competencies: Redefining Skills in the Era of Workflow Learning – Explore how to align training programs with evolving competency models.
Friday, November 8, 2024:
- Empowering Talent Development: Automate Workflows with API & Webhooks – Discover how automation can streamline workflows and enhance efficiency in government training programs.
- Doing More With Less: an AI & SME Case Study – Learn how AI and SMEs can collaborate to optimize training content under budget constraints.
- Streamline Employee Onboarding with Power Automate – Explore how automation tools can improve onboarding processes in government agencies.
- How We Used PowerBI to Expand Data Analytics in Training – Learn how to leverage PowerBI for data-driven decision-making in federal training.
- Deep Accessibility: Applying Universal Design Principles Throughout the ID Process – Ensure that your training programs are accessible and inclusive.
- AI in Learning: Today’s Landscape & Tomorrow’s Frontiers – Explore current and future applications of AI in government training programs.