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Learning Leadership 2026

Trade-orientedBoutiqueIn-personNational draw
📅 2 November 2026 – 3 November 📍 MGM Grand, Las Vegas, US ↗ 🏢 The Learning Guild 🔁 annual

400

Attendees

Learning Leadership Conference (part of DevLearn) is a focused event for learning and development leaders, focusing on strategic management, team leadership, and executive-level L&D strategy.

Attendees: Learning leaders, CLOs, L&D Directors, and training team managers responsible for strategy.

Exhibitor mix: The list is part of the parent DevLearn 2026 event. Exhibitors cover LMS, authoring tools, VR/AR, content development, and learning strategy providers.

Hr PeopleEducation EdtechE Learning learning and developmentleadershipstrategic managementcorporate trainingtalent managementexecutive strategy

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Venue

MGM Grand Conference Center

Hotel venue · 79,478 m²

A major convention and meeting facility within the MGM Grand hotel complex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Featuring 850,000 sq ft of flexible space, it hosts large-scale exhibitions, trade shows, and corporate events on the Las Vegas Strip.

📍 4701 Koval Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89109, US

Operated by MGM Resorts International

17 events tracked at this venue → Venue website ↗

Organizer

The Learning Guild

Subsidiary · Santa Rosa, United States · Founded 2002

Provides professional development, conferences, and community resources for learning and development professionals.

Runs 2 events →

Why people attend

To find strategic tools, leadership training solutions, and L&D technology to manage teams and improve performance.

Exhibitor categories

Learning Management Systems (LMS)Content Development ToolsVR/AR Training SolutionsConsulting ServicesTalent Management Software

Sample matches

Filtered to a Series-B SaaS ICP. Your filter will be different.

Sample Match A

example.com

91 — High
Enterprise SaaS200–500 employeesAmsterdam, NL

"Strong ICP match: Series B, EU expansion, VP Engineering and CTO attending."

Sample Match B

example.io

79 — Medium
Cloud platform50–200 employeesLondon, UK

"Mid-stage SaaS with active GTM motion; product-led growth signals align with ICP."

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Speakers

19 speakers at Learning Leadership

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Mark Lassoff

eLearning creator

"BYOD JavaScript Coding for eLearning Pros"

Bio

Mark Lassoff has written many of the JavaScript tutorials in Learning Solutions, and has also offered live sessions at The eLearning Guild’s conferences over the years.

JavaScripteLearning developmentcoding
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Bill Brandon

Editor, Learning Solutions · The Learning Guild

"Choose the Right Microphone for Virtual Sessions"

Video & MediaVirtual TrainingAudio Equipment
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Phil Hansen

Multimedia Artist, Speaker, Author, Innovator

"Embrace the Shake: Transforming Limitations into Opportunities"

Bio

Phil Hansen joins us Wednesday, April 20, to share how he was able to redefine success after developing a hand tremor that nearly ended his career as an artist. Through jaw-dropping visuals and live interactive art, you will discover how finding creativity within limitations will inspire you to start looking inside yourself for resources that can transform your challenges into opportunities.

creativityovercoming limitationspersonal growth
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"Design for Cognitive Bias: Using Mental Shortcuts for Good Instead of Evil"

Bio

David Dylan Thomas takes the stage on Friday, April 22, with a deep dive into the human mind, revealing some of the harmful biases that disguise themselves as mental shortcuts. You will learn how these biases can lead to poor decision-making for designers, how to identify them, and how we can prevent our own blind spots from hurting those we serve.

cognitive biasdesign ethicsdecision making

Also speaking at The LavaCon Content Strategy Conference

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Neil Thompson

Teach the Geek

"Giving Technical Interns a Head Start: Why Speaker Training Matters"

public speakingtechnical communicationprofessional development

Also speaking at CHS Manchester, Digital Construction Week, Conference & Hospitality Show - CHS Birmingham

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Wendy Gates Corbett

Adjunct Professor of Leadership & Management · Duke University

"Connected, Respected, Successful."

Bio

Known for her work promoting inclusive workplace cultures, Corbett brings over 20 years of experience in leadership training and professional development. Her session will explore how fostering connection and belonging in the workplace leads to personal and organizational success.

inclusive workplace culturesleadership trainingprofessional development
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Frank Nguyen

Executive Director · Genentech

"Developing a Learning Leadership Bench for the Future."

leadership developmentmentoring and coachingL&D leadership
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Marci Paino

VP of Enterprise Learning

"Developing a Learning Leadership Bench for the Future."

leadership developmentmentoring and coachingL&D leadership
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Rob Lauber

CEO · XLO Global LLC

"Developing a Learning Leadership Bench for the Future."

leadership developmentmentoring and coachingL&D leadership
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"Creating Microlearning and More with PowerPoint"

microlearningPowerPointeLearning development
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Sarah Mercier

CEO · Build Capable

"Rapid Prototyping for Your eLearning Projects"

accessibilityinclusive learninginclusive design

Also speaking at Learning Technologies Awards 2026

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"Spaced Learning—Why It’s So Good & How to Get Started"

Bio

Mike worked for Giancarlo De Carlo in Milan before joining Hopkins Architects in 1992 where he has been the creative lead on numerous award winning projects. Mike’s pursuit of architectural refinement, together with his appreciation of geometry and a constant...

Also speaking at 222nd Edition – Zak World of Façades UAE, SecureWorld New York City 2026

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"Making Your Content Micro"

microlearningcontent designeLearning
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"Spaced Learning—Sticky eLearning Tools and Technology"

spaced learningeLearning toolstechnology
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Sierra Marquardt

Program Manager · The Learning Guild

Bio

Sierra Marquardt is the new program manager at The Learning Guild. She previously worked at Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG). She has a loud whistle, enjoys coaching high school cheer, and is excited about building attendee experiences for Learning Solutions Conference & Expo.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Learning Leadership?+
Learning Leadership takes place on 2 November 2026 to 3 November 2026.
Where is Learning Leadership held?+
Learning Leadership is held at MGM Grand, Las Vegas, US.
Who organises Learning Leadership?+
Learning Leadership is organised by The Learning Guild.
How often is Learning Leadership held?+
Learning Leadership is held annual.

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