People Development Summit 2025 is an exclusive gathering designed for senior Learning and Development (L&D) decision-makers aiming to discover innovative solutions to achieve their organisational goals. The summit offers a relaxed and efficient environment to connect with peers, explore the latest market offerings, and establish partnerships for upcoming projects.
Event Details:
- Date: 12–14 March 2025
- Location: EPIC SANA Marquês Hotel, Lisbon, Portugal
- Themes: Practical use of AI in L&D, learning with a neurodiverse population, proving L&D ROI, talent management approaches to performance management, L&D’s role in workplace wellbeing, data-driven L&D, psychological safety, in-person vs. virtual instructor-led training, relationship between L&D and D&I, the future of L&D
- Target Audience: Heads/Directors of Learning & Development, Talent Development, HR
Description:
Celebrating its 25th year, the People Development Summit (PDS) continues to foster meaningful connections between L&D leaders and solution providers. The event facilitates pre-arranged one-to-one meetings, allowing delegates to engage with top business schools, innovators in learning technology, and leadership development programmes. Attendees can personalise their schedules by selecting sessions and solution providers that align with their interests and organisational needs.
The summit features a diverse programme, including keynotes, TED-style talks with Q&A sessions, and interactive Action Learning Workshops. Notable speakers for 2025 include:
- Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards, Olympic Ski Jumper, delivering the opening keynote.
- Nick Halder, Senior Director of Talent and Development at Deltatre, discussing “Wellbeing, beyond the ‘app’.”
- Sarah Kenuel, Director of Leadership, Learning, Talent, Culture, and Diversity at BT Group, presenting on “Authentic Leadership: The Key to ED&I.”
- Sonia Gupta, Global Talent and Learning Director at Save the Children, focusing on “Promoting neuroinclusion in our workplace culture.”
The event also offers ample networking opportunities during coffee breaks, lunches, dinners, and drinks receptions, providing the perfect environment to connect and share best practices with peers.
For more information and to register, please visit the People Development Summit 2025 website.