Latest from Lindsay Brestovansky
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Speaking the Same Language: Iuliia Algasova on Building a Skills-Based Organization
Iuliia Algasova is a learning leader focused on skills development, capability building, and the thoughtful use of AI in learning. As Vice President, Skills Development at BlackRock, she works at the intersection of business needs, workforce capabilities, and modern learning design, helping develop job-ready skills at scale. Her background in teaching, online learning, and content strategy brings both innovation and empathy to her work, while her recognition as one of the Learning Guild’s Thirty Under 30 reflects her commitment to practical, human-centered learning. In this Q&A interview, she discusses how skills can create a shared language across learning, talent, and…
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Building Leadership in the Moments That Matter: A Conversation with Ryan Decoste
Ryan Decoste’s path into learning and development began unexpectedly, but it sparked a career spanning more than 20 years in leadership, performance, coaching, and organizational development. Today, as Senior Vice President of People and Organizational Development at Klick, Ryan helps shape everything from onboarding and skill development to coaching and performance across a global organization. In this Learning Expert Spotlight, Decoste discusses the importance of staying close to the business, recognizing the signals hidden in organizational data, and designing development around the real challenges leaders face. At Learning Leadership, he’ll bring these ideas to his discussion, What if leadership capability is built in moments—not programs?, where attendees will explore…
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From Content to Capability: Danielle Eisenach-Reichel on the Future of Learning Leadership
As part of our Learning Expert Spotlight series, we spoke with Danielle Eisenach-Reichel, Global Director of Facilitation at Fresenius Medical Care, ahead of her discussion at Learning Leadership 2026. In a rapidly evolving workplace, the role of learning leaders has expanded far beyond delivering training programs—they’re now responsible for building leadership capability, navigating complexity and driving meaningful behavior change. Danielle is at the forefront of that transformation. In this interview, she shares why values-driven leadership is more important than ever, how organizations can move beyond content to create lasting impact, and what attendees can expect from her Learning Leadership breakout discussion on turning values…
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Creating Learning That Works: A Conversation with Melissa Milloway
Melissa Milloway, Senior Learning Experience Designer at Microsoft, has become one of the learning industry’s most recognizable voices by sharing practical ideas that help instructional designers create better learning experiences. But long before building an online following or becoming known for her expertise with tools like Articulate Storyline and Rise, she found herself drawn to a field that combined technology, creativity, and a passion for helping people learn. Ahead of DevLearn 2026, we caught up with Melissa to talk about her path into learning and development, why she believes sharing your work makes the entire community stronger, what attendees can expect from the new Storyline & Rise…
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Meet the Learning Guild’s 2026 Thirty Under 30 (Part Two)
We’re back to announce the second half of the Learning Guild’s 2026 Thirty Under 30! Together, these innovators, strategists, designers, and leaders represent the depth and diversity of the next generation shaping the learning field. This November the Learning Guild community will recognize all 30 of these emerging professionals and celebrate their contributions to the future of learning at DevLearn 2026. Meet the second half of this year’s Thirty Under 30 cohort. Patrick McMorrow Constructive Disruptor in Learning and Leadership Patrick challenges assumptions to create stronger learning experiences. Through leadership development, facilitation, and learner advocacy, he pushes organizations beyond the status quo in pursuit of meaningful results. Kelyn Melendez-Ruiz Guiding People Through Transformation Kelyn…
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Meet the Learning Guild’s 2026 Thirty Under 30 (Part One)
The future of learning isn’t waiting its turn. It’s already making an impact. Each year, the Learning Guild’s Thirty Under 30 recognizes rising professionals who are redefining what workplace learning can be. This year’s cohort represents an impressive range of industries, perspectives, and expertise, but they share a common thread: a commitment to helping people learn, grow, and succeed. Plus, this year these emerging leaders will be recognized at DevLearn 2026, happening November 4 – 6 in Las Vegas. In the first of our two-part introduction, we’re proud to spotlight the first 15 members of the 2026 cohort. Jayda Abney, Learning & Development Specialist, Rack Room Shoes Inclusive Learning Design Champion Jayda is championing inclusive…
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Learning Leadership 2026 Preview: Leading With Curiosity When L&D Arrives Late
Over the past 25 years, Allyson Roote has witnessed the evolution of learning and development from a focus on content creation to a strategic business function. As VP of Learning and Organizational Development at The Bonadio Group, she leads learning initiatives that support leadership development, organizational growth, and business performance. At Learning Leadership 2026, Roote will share how learning leaders can turn one of their most challenging moments—being left out of a key conversation—into an opportunity to build influence. Ahead of the event, we spoke with her about the shifting role of learning leaders, navigating change, and why curiosity often matters and can help you get a seat at the…
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Meet the Learning Guild Advisory Committee: The Practitioners Helping Shape Our 2026 Events
Behind every great conference is a simple question: What do learning professionals need most right now? At the Learning Guild, we don’t answer that question alone. This year, we’re proud to introduce our 2026 Advisory Committee—an accomplished group of learning leaders representing diverse industries, roles, and perspectives across the learning and development profession. This committee is more than just a collection of impressive titles. They’re actively sharing their experience and insights to help shape the conversations, challenges, and opportunities that will define Learning Leadership 2026 and DevLearn 2026. Drawing from real-world leadership challenges, they are identifying the most relevant and future-focused programming. As you explore this year’s Learning Leadership and DevLearn programs, you’ll see the impact of their contributions reflected throughout the…
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What’s Next for Learning? The Trends DevLearn Attendees See Emerging
The future of learning took shape in a big way throughout 2025, and DevLearn attendees were already spotting the trends transforming the industry while with us in Las Vegas. From the rapid rise of AI and AI-native platforms to growing conversations around accessibility, localization, immersive learning, and creative media design, these emerging priorities are reshaping how organizations create and deliver learning experiences. At DevLearn 2026, attendees will have the opportunity to explore these trends in greater depth through practical sessions, workshops, demos, and discussions focused on what’s next for workplace learning. AI is everywhere AI was by far the biggest trend attendees identified in 2025. As noted by attendees, organizations are…
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Learning Leaders Need Better Conversations
With the Learning Leadership 2026 program now live, learning leaders can explore the conversations shaping this year’s event. And it’s immediately clear this is not a traditional conference experience. Most conferences are built around presentations. Learning Leadership 2026 takes a different approach by focusing on the conversations learning leaders need most right now. As organizations navigate rapid change driven by AI, evolving workforce expectations, and growing pressure to demonstrate business impact, today’s learning executives are looking for more than a packed agenda of sessions. They want opportunities to exchange ideas with peers, explore strategic challenges openly, and discuss what’s actually working inside their organizations. That’s where the Learning Leadership event comes in. Designed for…