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Learning Guild and CEdMA Partner on New Customer Education Programming at DevLearn 2026
New York, NY [May 21, 2026] — The Learning Guild, producers of DevLearn Conference & Expo, the largest learning technology event in North America, is excited to announce a new partnership with the Customer Education Management Association (CEdMA) to deliver a dedicated track of Customer Education content designed to help learning professionals unlock the full potential of their learning programs. Taking place across the full DevLearn 2026 event, November 4 – 6 at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, the customer education content is a new feature within a robust line up of learning experiences serving learning and talent development professionals across all industries. CEdMA and the Learning Guild teamed up to bring together leading voices and topics in customer education, enablement, and customer experience, providing attendees with practical tools and new perspectives, including: These sessions, combined with 200 more in topical programming tracks of AI & Automation, Instructional Design,…
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DevLearn 2026 Program Is Live: Explore What’s New
The DevLearn 2026 program is officially live—bringing with it an expanded, forward-thinking lineup designed to help learning professionals reimagine their learning strategies and drive real impact across their organizations. As North America’s largest learning technologies event, DevLearn continues to bring 200+ sessions, three powerful keynotes, and unmatched opportunities for hands-on learning and connection. But this year, the program features several exciting updates that reflect where the industry is heading and what professionals need right now. New track topics: expanding the learning landscape DevLearn 2026 introduces new track topics that reflect the growing scope of learning and development: These new additions join DevLearn’s comprehensive lineup of topic areas, all designed to help you stay ahead of change,…
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Why Attendees Love DevLearn
What makes DevLearn such a standout experience? Attendees from last year’s event told us what they loved, and to no surprise it’s not just one thing. It’s the energy, the ideas, and the people. It starts with inspiration DevLearn sets the tone right away. Attendees highlighted the opening keynote and general sessions as energizing and idea-filled, offering fresh perspectives they could immediately apply and new ways of thinking about learning and development. There’s always something new to discover From engaging sessions to the buzz of the Expo Hall, there’s no shortage of things to explore. Attendees loved discovering new tools, diving into topics like AI, and seeing how others are approaching similar challenges. The DevLearn environment introduces new ideas at every…
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Aha Moments from DevLearn 2025: Why Community Is Still L&D’s Competitive Advantage
For all the focus on AI at DevLearn 2025, some of the most meaningful “aha” moments had nothing to do with technology. Instead, they pointed to something more enduring: the importance of connection, conversation, and community in a time of rapid change. As we asked influencers what stood out most, and what they said pointed to the fact that in moments defined by disruption, people are what make the difference. Relationships are still the engine behind the work Even as tools evolve and capabilities expand, the core driver of progress in L&D remains the same: relationships. The ideas that move organizations forward are often sparked through conversation around sharing…
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The Thirty Under Program Returns in 2026…to DevLearn!
The Learning Guild’s Thirty Under 30 program is back for 2026, and this year it’ll be at DevLearn Conference & Expo (Nov 4-6). Designed to spotlight the next generation of emerging leaders, the program recognizes young professionals who are already making an impact in L&D, customer education, higher education, and other roles focused on adult learning, training, and performance enablement and development. Applications are now open through April 30. What is Thirty Under 30? Thirty Under 30 is more than an award, it’s a career-accelerating experience. The program identifies and supports rising learning professionals under the age of 30, offering them visibility, mentorship, and opportunities to grow within the global learning community. Participants are…
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Debunking L&D Myths: What DevLearn Attendees Want to Change in 2026
At DevLearn, we asked attendees what L&D myths they’re ready to leave behind in 2026. Their answers reveal an industry eager to challenge assumptions and rethink how learning really works. Learning isn’t easy to create One of the most direct misconceptions attendees called out is the idea that creating learning is simple. There’s often a perception that anyone can quickly put together a course or training and call it effective, but in reality, impactful learning design requires intention, expertise, and a deep understanding of the audience. Learning is more than slides and handouts One attendee challenged the notion that learning is synonymous with PowerPoints or static handouts. While those tools still have their place, modern learning…
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Aha Moments from DevLearn 2025: How AI Is Reshaping the Future of L&D
We asked influential voices in the community to reflect on their biggest “aha” moments from DevLearn 2025, and the focus is no longer on just what technology can do. It’s about what is forcing organizations and L&D to rethink. Here’s a look at what stuck out the most to last year’s influencers. AI is a workforce shift, not just a tech trend One of the most important takeaways from DevLearn is that AI cannot be treated as a standalone technology initiative. Its real impact is systemic. As organizations integrate AI into workflows, they are simultaneously redefining roles, expectations, and ways of working. That puts L&D in the middle of…
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Real Challenges, Straight from the DevLearn Community
At DevLearn 2025 we asked attendees to share their current biggest challenge. Their answers weren’t about trends or buzzwords. They were practical, immediate, and human. Across industries and roles, clear themes emerged, and they paint a picture of what learning professionals are navigating behind the scenes today. Doing More with Less Capacity was the most common challenge. Small teams are supporting entire departments, sometimes entire states. Many are expected to increase output without increasing headcount. One attendee summed it up perfectly: “I need to clone myself.” The pressure isn’t just about speed. It’s about maintaining quality while scaling production and finding smarter ways to work without burning out. Getting More from the Tools You Already Have For some, the…
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What Excites Attendees About Being at DevLearn
We asked our DevLearn 2025 influencers what excites them most about being at the event, and while their answers vary, there is a consistent theme throughout. What brings them to the event year after year isn’t just the sessions and technologies, it’s the feeling of being a part of something shared. It starts with the people It is no surprise that a common theme is the excitement of reconnecting with longtime colleagues, finally meeting online connections in person, and forming entirely new relationships. At DevLearn there is a deep sense of belonging that happens when surrounded by like-minded, passionate professionals who genuinely care about each other and the work. DevLearn is relational. It’s where digital relationships…
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Capes Optional: The Superpowers L&D is Dreaming About
At DevLearn 2025 we asked attendees: If you could have one L&D superpower what would it be? Their answers weren’t about flashy technology or unlimited budgets, but instead they pointed to where learning professionals feel friction, and what they believe would make the greatest difference in their work. Strategic clarity and influence Many attendees wished for the ability to quickly define strategy and, just as importantly, see their ideas fully implemented within their organizations. This reflects a common challenge: learning and performance improvement professionals often know what should be done but struggle with alignment, time constraints, and stakeholder buy-in. The real superpower they’re seeking isn’t just strategy, it’s influence and execution power. Deeper impact Another…
