Whether you’re looking to brush up on your e-learning development skills, explore new learning technology solutions for your organization, or network with fellow talent and development leaders, consider attending one of the L&D conferences on our list.
Building learning programs and leadership training for your organization’s employees is critical, but so too is investing in your own professional development. Learning and development conferences provide opportunities to workshop new training strategies, explore innovative L&D technologies, hear from fellow practitioners about programs they’re developing, and take your leadership skills to the next level.
From talent development conferences focused on strategies to retain and strengthen a workforce to instructional design conferences that dig into the nuts and bolts of a learning design, these events are likely to help you — and perhaps your entire team — evolve your company’s L&D strategies and drive forward the programs you lead.
With all that in mind, we curated this list of annual training and development conferences happening in the coming year:
- November 2023
- December 2023
- January 2024
- February 2024
- March 2024
- April 2024
- May 2024
- June 2024
- July 2024
- August 2024
- September 2024
- October 2024
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L&D Conferences in January 2024
Corporate Learning & Development Forum
L&D leaders participate in panel discussions and breakout sessions to discuss what’s new and what’s ahead in the learning and development space. Consero’s L&D advisory board is made up of talent and development leaders from companies such as American Airlines, Ulta Beauty, and H&R Block.
- Dates: January 28-30, 2024
- Location: Coral Gables, Fla.
- Host Organization: Consero
- Cost: Not listed; attendance requires an invitation which can be requested.
The two-day event includes an exhibition featuring seminars and learning sessions as well as interactive “zones,” such as the business and networking lounge, mental well-being zone, and Life Skills Library. The conference features interactive presentations and panel discussions by L&D thought leaders.
- Dates: January 30-31, 2024
- Location: London, England
- Host Organization: World of Learning
- Cost: No cost for exhibition attendance; cost for attendance as a conference delegate is not listed.
L&D Conferences in February 2024
Learning & Development Executive Summit
The invitation-only summit is designed for senior leaders and executives in learning and development, talent management, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness at large enterprises. Best practices are shared and the future of work is discussed through intentional networking opportunities, one-on-one meetings, and interactive group sessions.
- Dates: February 5-7, 2024
- Location: New Orleans, La.
- Host Organization: Opal Group
- Cost: Invitations are complimentary and available upon request.
ATDTK provides attendees an immersive experience into L&D technology advances and trends. L&D professionals can choose to pursue seven different learning tracks during the three-day event: Technology Strategy for Leaders, E-Learning, Virtual Classroom, Disruptive Technologies, Data Analytics, Platforms and Tools, and Collaborative and Social Learning.
- Dates: February 7-9, 2024
- Location: Los Angeles, Calif.
- Host Organization: Association for Talent Development
- Cost: $1,925 standard rate for ATD members; $2,295 for nonmembers. Discounts are available for early registration and for groups of five or more attendees.
Instructional Technology Council Annual Conference – eLearning
Focused on e-learning and distance learning topics, this annual conference is intended for instructional designers, LMS course developers, and information technology administrators, as well as higher education and distance education faculty. Attendees are encouraged to share the innovative technologies and strategies they’re using to reach remote learners.
- Dates: February 18-21, 2024
- Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
- Host Organization: Instructional Technology Council
- Cost: The early bird rate for registering before January 12, 2024, is $675 for members and $800 for non-members. After that day, rates go up to $800 and $925, respectively. The one-day rate is always $350.
AHRD International Research Conference
With a theme of building a better future of work, this conference showcases recent scholarly research on workforce development. There are additional opportunities to learn through formal and informal interactions, and attendees include scholars as well as practitioners across the human resources field.
- Dates: February 21-24, 2024
- Location: Arlington, Va.
- Host Organization: Academy of Human Resource Development (AHRD)
- Cost: TBA
Training and development professionals from private and public sectors join together at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort for a three-day itinerary filled with more than 100 hands-on clinics and break-out sessions, a virtual engagement lab, a dozen certificate programs, several keynote speakers, a mixer, and more.
- Dates: February 26-28, 2024
- Location: Orlando, Fla.
- Host Organization: Training Magazine
- Cost: $1,995 with early bird rates and organizational discounts available; $595-$1,395 for certification programs; $695 for the Learning Leaders Summit
L&D Conferences in March 2024
Senior-level L&D, HR, and talent development leaders representing top firms in the U.K. and Ireland attend the People Development Summit to engage in strategy sessions and roundtable discussions. Additionally, leaders engage in informal peer networking opportunities and a formal “speed dating” experience to get to know L&D solutions providers’ products and technologies.
- Dates: March 13-15, 2024
- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Host Organization: Summit Events
- Cost: No cost for professionals with a senior head of L&D title or equivalent.
Designed to be attended as a team, Corporate Learning Week blends panel and group discussions, workshops, and team-building activities. L&D teams can develop new strategies to take back to their organizations. They can also celebrate their colleagues during the CLO Trailblazers Awards luncheon.
- Dates: March 25-27, 2024
- Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
- Host Organization: Corporate Learning Network
- Cost: Main conference package regular pricing starts at $2,499; Corporate Learning Week Academy Certificates available at an additional cost.
L&D Conferences in April 2024
Prioritizing collaboration and idea-sharing on the future of digital and blended learning, OLC Innovate brings corporate and academia learning leaders together. The session formats, such as roundtable discussions, encourage engagement on specific online learning topics. Attendees have the option to participate in person or virtually.
- Dates: April 10-13, 2024
- Location: Denver, Colo.
- Host Organization: Online Learning Consortium (OLC) and MERLOT
- Cost: TBA
Workforce L&D leaders are joined by investors and leaders in academic education, nonprofit, and EdTech startups to collaborate on innovative paths forward for learning and work. The summit is hosted by venture capital firm GSV Ventures and Arizona State University. In addition to networking opportunities and discussions around learning research, topics L&D leaders take interest in include creating career onramps and workforce learning development.
- Dates: April 14-17, 2024
- Location: San Diego, Calif.
- Host Organization: Arizona State University and GSV Ventures
- Cost: $2,400 for general admission; $2,000 for entrepreneurs; $1,600 for educators and nonprofit professionals. Registration costs increase as the event date approaches.
With a dedicated focus on workplace learning tech, topics of note include content design, learner engagement, data and analytics, and the future of L&D. Open to all L&D decision-makers, the event features a two-day exhibition and more than 30 live sessions, with recordings available for attendees.
- Dates: April 17-18, 2024
- Location: London, England
- Host Organization: CloserStill Media
- Cost: TBA; no cost to attend only the exhibition
Formerly called the Learning Solutions Conference and Expo, this event is designed to bring together both L&D and HR leaders around the globe to share effective strategies and technologies. The event offers more than 150 sessions and experiences for leaders to gain value from and an expansive expo to learn about new tech solutions.
- Dates: April 24-25, 2024
- Location: Orlando, Fla.
- Host Organization: The Learning Guild
- Cost: TBA
L&D Conferences in May 2024
ATD International Conference & Expo
Also referred to as ATD24, this four-day event is open to all L&D professionals, from new practitioners to chief talent development officers. It brings in 9,500 attendees to discuss best practices and trends, network with peers, learn from industry leaders, and discover new L&D suppliers. Attendees can pursue multiple learning tracks during the event, including Career Development, Leadership Management and Development, Instructional Design, Learning Science, Sales Enablement, Talent Strategy and Management, and more.
- Date: May 19-22, 2024
- Location: New Orleans, La.
- Host Organization: Association for Talent Development
- Cost: Rates start at $1,795 for ATD members and $2,195 for non-members and increase as the event date gets closer. Virtual attendance rates start at $1,095 for members and $1,495 for non-members. Discounts available for groups of five or more attendees.
More than 1,600 workforce development professionals attend this national conference, which focuses on sharing the innovative programs, partnerships, and best practices of workforce development leaders. It’s open to professionals of all experience levels, from entry-level to senior leaders.
- Dates: May 20-22, 2024
- Location: San Antonio, Texas
- Host Organization: National Association of Workforce Development Professionals (NAWDP)
- Cost: TBA
L&D Conferences in June 2024
Training Industry Conference & Expo (TICE)
TICE offers sessions to help L&D professionals of all levels build and improve their organization’s learning strategy. Topics include aligning organizational goals, conducting a needs analysis, leveraging technology, and measuring impact.
- Dates: June 4-6, 2024
- Location: Raleigh, N.C.
- Host Organization: Training Industry
- Cost: TBA
LTEN brings L&D professionals in the life sciences industry together to learn from their peers and industry experts and help them advance their L&D programs. Featured events across the five days include workshops, microlearning labs, networking opportunities, daily keynote speakers, a charity team-building event, a learning exhibition showcasing solutions partners, and evening receptions. LTEN’s Excellence Awards are also presented in a ceremony during the conference.
- Dates: June 10-14, 2024
- Location: Kissimmee, Fla.
- Host Organization: Life Sciences Trainers and Educators Network
- Cost: $1,695 for members; $1,894 for nonmembers; cost increases as event date gets closer
With a tagline of “driving people with purpose to thrive,” the CIPD Festival of Work brings together more than 10,000 professionals in L&D, employee experience, internal communications, and DEI. Multiple stages, each geared toward a different professional audience, host presentations throughout the event, and attendees are able to engage with more than 150 solutions and technology exhibitors.
- Dates: June 12-13, 2024
- Location: London, England
- Host Organization: Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD)
- Cost: TBA
L&D practitioners, game designers, and researchers in topics ranging from educational technology to user experience join together at The Learning Ideas Conference to share knowledge and collaborate. New technologies and innovative learning experiences are showcased and discussed through a variety of formats, including demonstrations, case studies, presentations, and panel discussions.
- Dates: June 14-16, 2024
- Location: New York and Virtual
- Host Organization: The International E-Learning Association
- Cost: Online participant rates start at $545; in-person participant rates start at $895. Costs increase as the conference date approaches.
Senior professionals in L&D attend the Training & Development Summit to engage in interactive seminars and connect with industry solutions providers. Prearranged meetings with the vendors of interest allow time to ask questions and explore L&D solutions for your organization.
- Dates: June 17-18, 2024
- Location: London, England
- Host Organization: Forum Events
- Cost: No cost
Learning DevCamp is designed to provide an opportunity for learning designers and developers working in corporate L&D and higher education to collaborate with one another. More than 40 sessions, including hands-on workshops and discussions, delve into the topics of instructional design theory and development tools for online learning programs.
- Dates: June 17-20, 2024
- Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
- Host Organization: Learning DevCamp
- Cost: TBA
L&D Conferences in July 2024
Corporate Learning & Development Roundtable
L&D leaders participate in panel discussions and breakout sessions to discuss what’s new and what’s ahead in the learning and development space. Consero’s L&D advisory board is made up of talent and development leaders from companies such as American Airlines, Ulta Beauty, and H&R Block.
- Dates: July 31, 2024
- Location: New York, N.Y.
- Host Organization: Consero
- Cost: Not listed; attendance requires an invitation which can be requested.
Check back soon for more July 2024 conference details.
L&D Conferences in August 2024
Check back soon for August 2024 conference details.
L&D Conferences in September 2024
Corporate Learning & Development Forum
L&D leaders participate in panel discussions and breakout sessions to discuss what’s new and what’s ahead in the learning and development space. Consero’s L&D advisory board is made up of talent and development leaders from companies such as American Airlines, Ulta Beauty, and H&R Block.
- Dates: September 8-10, 2024
- Location: Irving, Texas
- Host Organization: Consero
- Cost: Not listed; attendance requires an invitation which can be requested.
Focused on the role technology plays in empowering learning, TechLearn hosts keynote speakers, more than 50 breakout sessions, and several hands-on clinics. From artificial reality to game-based learning, L&D professionals are challenged to consider how to incorporate new tech into their strategies.
- Dates: September 17-19, 2024
- Location: Austin, Texas
- Host Organization: Training Magazine
- Cost: TBA
Check back soon for more September 2024 conference details.
L&D Conferences in October 2024
World of Learning Conference & Exhibition
The two-day event includes a free-to-attend exhibition featuring seminars and learning sessions as well as interactive “zones,” such as the business and networking lounge, mental well-being zone, and Life Skills Library. The conference features interactive presentations and panel discussions by L&D thought leaders.
- Dates: October 8-9, 2024
- Location: Birmingham, England
- Host Organization: World of Learning
- Cost: No cost for exhibition attendance only; starting at 550 pounds for a one-day pass and 845 pounds for a two-day pass.
Check back soon for more October 2024 conference details.
L&D Conferences in November 2023
The Institute for Performance and Learning (I4PL) Annual Conference
The theme for this year’s I4PL conference is “Rekindling the Era of Agility,” aimed to help L&D leaders explore best practices and effective strategies for evolving their workforce. Learning tracks attendees can choose from include leadership, well-being, technology and learning analytics, and learner experience and social learning.
- Dates: November 2-3, 2023
- Location: Toronto, Canada
- Host Organization: The Institute for Performance and Learning
- Cost: $800 for members, $1,200 for nonmembers; student and group discounts are available
Chief Learning Officer Exchange
The theme for this year’s invitation-only CLO Exchange is “Unlocking Human Potential: Learning in a Dynamic Digital Era.” Conference sessions, executive roundtables, and panel discussions tackle topics such as developing a learning culture in an organization, using ChatGPT, leaning in the flow of work, and aligning L&D strategies with organizational goals.
- Dates: November 5-7, 2023
- Location: Miami, Fla.
- Host Organization: Corporate Learning Network
- Cost: Not listed; attendance requires an invitation which can be requested.
ATD Sell is designed for talent and development leaders in charge of revenue generating teams, and focuses on sales training initiatives and best practices. The two-day conference features six presentations, six breakout sessions, and dedicated networking time.
- Dates: November 7-8, 2023
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Host Organization: Association for Talent Development
- Cost: $995 for members, $1,195 for nonmembers; group discounts available for five or more attendees
OEB Shaping the Future of Learning
The OEB Shaping the Future of Learning conference brings together learning and training leaders from multinational enterprises, education institutions, and the public service sector. A mix of keynotes, discussion panels, debates, and interactive chats cover this year’s theme of “The Learning Futures We Choose.” Additionally, nine subthemes encourage attendees to dig deeper into areas of interest, including human skills versus automated skills, understanding the impact of war and crisis on learning, and sustainability in learning.
- Dates: November 22-24, 2023
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Host Organization: OEB Learning Technologies
- Cost: 995 euros
ATD Core4: Foundations of Talent Development
This three-day virtual conference is designed for L&D professionals of all experience levels and focuses on the fundamentals of learning and development design, including instructional design, training delivery and facilitation, measuring results, and learning technologies. More than 2,000 attendees choose from the four learning tracks and hear from three keynote speakers.
- Dates: November 28-30, 2023
- Location: Virtual
- Host Organization: Association for Talent Development
- Cost: $1,275 for members, $1,495 for nonmembers; group discounts available for five or more attendees
HRO Today Learning & Talent Development Summit
Sessions aim to help L&D leaders develop more strategic initiatives and prove L&D as a differentiator for their organization. Topics include building a learning ecosystem, aligning talent development with business objectives, upskilling and reskilling, and leadership development and succession planning. The lineup of speakers includes HR and L&D leaders from companies such as Comcast and The Coca-Cola Company.
- Dates: November 29-December 1, 2023
- Location: San Diego, Calif.
- Host Organization: HRO Today
- Cost: $695 for two days (virtual); $1,595 for two days, $1,895 for three days (in person)
L&D Conferences in December 2023
Corporate Learning & Development Forum
Leadership development for the L&D leader, this conference offers sessions on leading through change, leading hybrid and remote teams, and diversity and leadership. Additional events include several keynote speakers, a speed networking event the evening before the conference begins, and a meet and greet with authors of L&D books.
- Dates: December 5-7, 2023
- Location: Orlando, Fla.
- Host Organization: The Learning Guild
- Cost: $1,895; group discounts are available
An exclusive event for CHROs and CLOs, attendees are provided with ample networking and knowledge-exchange opportunities. Fireside chats dive into topics such as L&D strategies for enterprise transformation and creating inclusive workplaces with AI. Speakers include HR leaders from Aflac and Kyndryl.
- Dates: December 11-13, 2023
- Location: Phoenix, Ariz.
- Host Organization: CDM Media
- Cost: Not listed
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