With over two decades of real-life, in-the-trenches experience designing and delivering learning experiences, Mike Taylor understands that effective learning isn't about the latest fad or trendy new tools. Known for his practical, street-savvy style, Mike is a regular and highly-rated speaker at industry events, and consults on learning design and technology at Nationwide in Columbus, Ohio. Mike holds an MBA degree from Ohio University and a master's degree in educational technology from San Diego State University.

David Kelly is the Chairman of the Learning Guild. David has been a learning and performance consultant and training director for over 20 years. He is a leading voice exploring how technology can be used to enhance training, education, learning, and organizational performance. David is an active member of the learning community, and can frequently be found speaking at industry events. He has previously contributed to organizations including ATD, eLearn Magazine, LINGOs, and more.

Judy Albers is Director of Research Enablement at the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp), where she helps some of the world’s most admired companies implement cutting-edge, evidence-based people practices. With career-spanning roles as a corporate learning strategist, technology innovator, and managing consultant, Judy has deep experience translating research into practical tools that drive real business impact. Her work focuses on scaling next practices in learning and development—those innovative approaches that aren’t yet widespread but have proven power to transform performance. Drawing on decades of experience across learning platforms, strategy, and human capital trends, Judy is passionate about helping organizations modernize learning with both science and heart.

Bianca Baumann is VP, learning solutions & innovation at Ardent Learning. Over time, she has developed processes and methodologies to help organizations meet their growth targets with the help of innovative L&D approaches including digital transformations, onboarding, and reskilling programs. She has spearheaded multiple projects in the marketing, automotive, financial, and events industries, creating award-winning programs along the way. She shares her expertise in her blog and at global conferences. She teaches learning experience design at OISE and published the eBook, The Little Black Book of Marketing and L&D, a practical guide that helps integrate proven marketing techniques into L&D.