Learning & development conferences in 2024
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[Last updated Oct. 30, 2024]
Happy new year! Are you up for another year of learning? If so, get ready to travel, as your favourites have largely returned to the in-person format. And as a bonus, you’ll find plenty of online options, making conferences more accessible and affordable than ever.
Keep checking back on this list of 2024 conferences, as dates and venues occasionally change. Watch this space throughout the year!
January 30–31, 2024: World of Learning Summit, London, UK
The World of Learning Summit is a two-day Conference & Exhibition event that brings together leading experts, brands and professionals from the L&D community under one-roof. Taking place at Olympia London, the event provides an unrivalled opportunity for L&D professionals to learn, discover, interact, and network. The carefully curated Conference programme offers delegates the opportunity to hear from thought-leaders from the L&D community, in an informative yet informal setting. Combining a mix of interactive presentations, thought-provoking panel sessions, and lively debates, delegates come away with practical solutions and fresh ideas they apply within their own businesses.
February 5–7, 2024: Learning & Development Executive Summit 2024, New Orleans, LA
The Learning & Development Executive Summit is an invitation-only, exclusive event for heads of learning, development, leadership development, talent management, and organizational effectiveness from Fortune 1000 and leading enterprise organizations.
February 7–9, 2024: ATD TechKnowledge Conference, Los Angeles, CA
In a world where technology is a part of our daily routine, ATD TechKnowledge (TK24) is the ultimate stage for learning tech aficionados. TK24 is an immersive three-day experience with a close-up look at the latest learning technologies, analyzing industry trends and showcasing innovative approaches to L&D.
February 13–14, 2024: Learning Guild: The ID: From Analysis to Evaluation, online
This immersive learning experience delves into the fundamental aspects of instructional design and elearning development. Guided by the expertise of Guild Master Jane Bozarth and inspired by her renowned book, From Analysis to Evaluation: Tools, Tips, and Techniques for Trainers, this conference promises to equip you with practical strategies that will elevate your skills to new heights. Embark on a transformative journey through eight insightful sessions meticulously designed to cover the entire course build process from analysis to evaluation. Gain valuable insights into the key activities of instructional design and discover how to effectively develop engaging elearning content. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the field, this conference offers a wealth of knowledge that you can implement right away.
February 18–21, 2024: ITC 2024 eLearning Conference, Las Vegas, NV
The Instructional Technology Council (ITC) invites you to collaborate with colleagues from across the country and around the world at one of the friendliest and most comprehensive annual conferences for elearning practitioners. Share the new and innovative educational strategies and technologies you have implemented, and the tried-and-true techniques you or your staff use to teach at a distance. Have you experienced strategies that did not work out as well as you had hoped? Share the lessons you learned too!
February 26–28, 2024: Digital Learning Annual Conference, Austin, TX
Digital Learning Annual Conference (DLAC) is a unique conference with immersive learning, personalized pathways, global networking and a full agenda with 20 hours of sessions and 30 hours of programming from which to choose. Among the many reasons for attending DLAC:
Direct access to hundreds of leaders and practitioners across the continuum of digital learning expertise.
A laser focus on instructional strategy over technology.
An unparalleled breadth and depth of professional development (PD) sessions from experienced peers on every topic in the broad spectrum of digital learning from remote to hybrid/blended learning.
February 26–28, 2024: Training 2024 Conference & Expo, Orlando, FL
Produced by Training magazine, Training 2024 provides the very best in skill-building content, covering train-the-trainer essentials (design, development, delivery, management, evaluation, and measurement), behavioural analytics, serious games for learning, leadership development, digital learning, emerging technologies and more.
March 3–15, 2024: People Development Summit, Barcelona, Spain >> NOW IN MADRID, SPAIN
People Development Summit (PDS) is an exclusive gathering of senior L&D decision-makers whose aim is to find the best solutions to help them achieve the learning and development goals they have set out for their company. In its 23rd year, PDS is a relaxed and time-effective way to convene with like-minded peers, discover what’s new in the marketplace, and source partners for upcoming projects.
March 25–27, 2024: Corporate Learning Week, Las Vegas, NV >> NEW ADDITION
Corporate Learning Network’s flagship event is happening at Caesar’s Palace. Join other L&D rockstar teams for a week of connecting, learning, impacting growth and getting inspired. Corporate Learning Week (CLW) is an essential gathering for L&D dream teams who want to increase performance, maximize profits and make more strategic and tactical decisions to future-proof their organizations’ workforce knowledge shortages. CLW is packed with insightful panel discussions, track sessions, interactive discussion groups, the CLO Trailblazers Awards, site tours and much more.
March 25–28, 2024 (Galveston, TX) / April 16–17, 2024 (online): 2024 TxDLA Conference: Game On!
Unlock a multitude of strategies to conquer learners' hearts using technology, while ensuring inclusivity through digital accessibility. Push the boundaries of education and training, levelling students up to prepare them for the challenges of tomorrow's digital arenas. Digital learning professionals and educators, instructional designers and trainers: Get ready to power up your knowledge and skills.
April 10, 2024: HRD Learning & Development Summit Canada, online
The Learning and Development Summit Canada is back with the insights you need to stay on top in an era of skill shortages and disruptive technology. Get the latest on everything L&D, from tools, tech and program implementation to frameworks that support your skill development goals and transform workers into the leaders you need. Discover a new approach to learning, employee retention, talent management, succession planning and professional development.
April 10–11, 2024: Learning Guild: Work Smarter, Not Harder, online
Are you on a small team? A team with a limited budget? Are you struggling to get the same amount of work (or more!) done with fewer resources? This online event is for you! Learn how to streamline your process, examine best practices for leveraging partnerships and building productive relationships with subject matter experts (SMEs) to improve efficiencies, and dive into project management strategies that will help you work more efficiently. Pair this event with the Learning Guild Ultimate Toolkit Online Conference, and merge tech and process in powerful new ways!
April 17–18, 2024: Learning Technologies, London, UK
Learning Technologies is the world’s leading conference dedicated to technology-supported learning in the workplace. Now in its 24th year, the conference, which runs alongside the free exhibition, explores both the latest applications of learning technologies and the emerging practices leading organisations use to build effective learning strategies.
April 23–25, 2024: Learning Guild: Learning & HR Tech Solutions, Orlando, FL
Formerly known as Learning Solutions, Learning & HR Tech Solutions is a newly expanded event for Learning and HR technology professionals that provides all the great content and experiences of Learning Solutions, with an added focus on HR solutions and technologies.
May 13–14. 2024: EdTech World Forum 2024, London, UK
EdTech World Forum 2024, hosted at the Kensington Conference and Event Centre, is one of the leading educational technology conferences. This year’s keynotes feature speakers from Microsoft, UCL Bournemouth University, Cambridge Assessment and more.
May 19–22, 2024: ATD24, New Orleans, LA
Prepare to recharge your soul at ATD24, the world's largest learning and development conference, uniting professionals from across the globe. ATD24’s mission is to refresh your expertise, renew your enthusiasm and re-engage in meaningful connections within the community. With various educational opportunities, cutting-edge solutions at the expo floor, and networking at every turn, ATD24 is your hub for revitalization and success.
June 3–6, 2024: EdTech Learning Impact Conference 2024: Leading Innovation to Power Potential, Salt Lake City, UT
Technology is constantly changing. Keep up with the pace of change through innovation and collaboration. Learning Impact inspires a diverse group of educational providers and edtech suppliers to focus on top issues in education while working together to evolve teaching and learning technology to fit all needs. Join over 600 education and technology leaders to connect and collaborate to get ahead of what's next in teaching and learning!
June 4–6, 2024: Training Industry Conference & Expo, Raleigh, NC
The Training Industry Conference & Expo (TICE) is a learning event that is unmatched in the corporate training world. Rekindle professional connections, extend your network and find solutions to your most pressing learning challenges. When you attend TICE, you will meet professionals who are dedicated to developing learning programs that make a difference. TICE offers learning professionals an environment to connect and collaborate with their peers and industry thought leaders alike. Whether chatting during an afternoon roundtable or venturing through the exhibition hall, learning leaders will be networking and fostering lasting professional relationships with other industry professionals throughout the entirety of their TICE experience.
June 9–11, 2024: Learning & Development Executive Summit 2024, Seattle, WA
The Learning & Development Executive Summit is an invitation-only, exclusive event for heads of learning, development, leadership development, talent management, and organizational effectiveness from Fortune 1000 and leading enterprise organizations.
June 12–13, 2024: Learning Guild: Science of Learning, online
Immerse yourself in the latest discoveries from brain science, and examine the role of bias, sociology and psychology at the Science of Learning Online Conference. Gain valuable insights on creating inclusive learning environments for diverse learners. Elevate your expertise, make research-informed decisions, revolutionize your strategies and unlock the true potential of learning for your organization.
June 12–14, 2024: The Learning Ideas Conference 2024, New York City, NY
The Learning Ideas Conference 2024 is dedicated to innovations in learning and technology for the workplace and higher education. The conference has been created to bring researchers, practitioners, and others together to discuss, innovate and create. It is designed to encourage collaboration among people from around the world with a variety of backgrounds, from academic and professional areas including education, computer science, cognitive science, game design, user experience design, VR/AR/XR, management, the arts and humanities and more. The conference is for anyone interested in new ideas in learning, such as researchers, learning and development professionals, university faculty, user experience designers, technologists and more.
June 17–20, 2024: Learning DevCamp 2024, Salt Lake City, UT
Learning DevCamp 2024 is back in the mountains for June, with more tips, tools and learning collaboration. There’s a campfire waiting for you.
June 17–21, 2024: EdTech Week, Tobacco Dock, London, UK >> NEW ADDITION
A week-long celebration featuring 40+ event hosts showcasing the Now & Next of the future of learning and work. This open and collaborative platform welcomes any member of the global learning ecosystem to take part.
June 17–28, 2024: Training and Development Summit, London, UK >> NEW ADDITION
This highly focused event brings together L&D professionals and key industry solution providers. The summit consists of one-to-one business meetings, interactive seminars and valuable networking opportunities.
August 7–8, 2024: Learning Guild: Effective Learning Leadership, online
Learning leaders are most effective when they are strategic; focused on key business goals and metrics that gauge progress toward them; and innovative in planning ways to future-proof the workforce and the organization. Take a deep dive into topics that will sharpen your leadership skills, inform your strategic planning, and boost your ability to communicate across the organization as a key business partner to your fellow organizational leaders.
September 5, 2024: ATD Government Workforce, Washington, DC
ATD’s Government Workforce Conference — running for more than 10 years — is designed to share human capital and talent development best, proven, and innovative practices, emphasizing practical application and implementation across the federal government. This event will focus on leadership development, employee engagement, and trends impacting training and workforce development through interactive sessions and panel discussions. Join some of the top learning leaders in the federal government and industry as they discuss hard-hitting topics that impact the future development of federal employees. You will also have the opportunity to network with key organizations that support talent development within the federal government.
September 17–19, 2024: Training Magazine’s TechLearn 2024 Conference, Austin, TX
Training Magazine's TechLearn 2024 Conference is designed for learning and development professionals who want to leverage the latest in learning research and training technologies to improve workplace performance. Topics and content include design, implementation, evaluation, assessment, elearning, adaptive learning, virtual classrooms, game-based learning, simulation, augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence and more.
September 25–26, 2024: Learning Guild: Connecting Learning to Performance, online
Unleash the true impact of learning — improved performance! Dive into eight sessions that explore the seamless connections between learning goals, outcomes and performance. Gain insights on leveraging data and using effective communication, assessment strategies and cutting-edge design techniques to boost the impact of your L&D team. Elevate the learning profession as you revolutionize performance outcomes in your organization.
October 8–9, 2024: World of Learning Summit, Birmingham, UK
The World of Learning Summit conference provides an up-to-the-minute overview of the vital issues facing the senior L&D professional. Be inspired by the learning & development industry’s leading thinkers and practitioners. Discover solutions to current issues affecting L&D professionals today and look ahead to the future of workplace learning.
October 21–23, 2024: Chief Learning Officer Symposium 24, Tucson, AZ >> NEW ADDITION
The 2024 Chief Learning Officer Symposium will explore the convergence of L&D strategy with overarching business strategy. This distinguished three-day gathering is designed for forward-thinking CLOs and learning executives, providing an exclusive platform to delve into the transformative power of aligning learning, development and talent initiatives with the strategic heartbeat of the organization.
November 6–8, 2024: DEVLEARN, Las Vegas, Nevada
DevLearn Conference & Expo is the place to explore the future of learning technologies, learn from what experts in the field are doing, and see where our industry is headed. As one of the largest L&D conferences and North America, DevLearn will ignite your creativity, spark newfound energy and elevate your learning projects.
November 17–19, 2024: Learning & Development Executive Summit 2024, Memphis, TN >> LOCATION UPDATED
The Learning & Development Executive Summit is an invitation-only, exclusive event for heads of learning, development, leadership development, talent management, and organizational effectiveness from Fortune 1000 and leading enterprise organizations.
November 20–21, 2024: Learning Guild: Ultimate L&D Toolkit, online
The Ultimate L&D Toolkit is the ultimate online conference for L&D professionals looking for new, creative, quick, and easy ways to get their work done! During this fast-paced program, you’ll discover a treasure trove of tools that will revolutionize your work. Each session is a user-led demonstration of tools presented in short bursts, covering common categories of L&D work. Learn what you can do or do differently — and unlock a world of possibilities!
November 21–22, 2024: Institute for Performance and Learning 2024 Conference, Toronto, ON >> NEW ADDITION
Explore new perspectives, challenge norms, and redefine the future of performance and learning. Whether you're a seasoned leader or new to the field, the I4PL 2024 Conference offers something for everyone eager to make an impact. Gain practical insights and tools to navigate the evolving landscape of performance and learning. Through interactive workshops, inspiring keynote presentations and networking, you’ll gain practical tools and fresh perspectives to foster creativity, drive change and make an impact.
November 27–29, 2024: OEB 30th Annual Global, Cross-Sector Conference and Exhibition on Digital Learning and Training: The Learning Futures We Choose, Berlin, Germany
OEB has brought together participants from the higher education, workplace and government sectors since 1995 to critically examine how technology opportunities and challenges are transforming the world of learning. This vibrant and thought-provoking conference and exhibition with keynote plenaries from world-class speakers, debates, panel discussions, and endless networking opportunities will provide the perfect environment to stimulate, explore and inform working practices to create a better digital learning world.
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