HR Experts Unite to Guide Learning Technology and Upskilling in 2026

The HR Research Institute proudly announces the 2026 Future of Learning Technology and Upskilling Advisory Board, comprising industry leaders, L&D specialists, and tech experts, to lead a research initiative and virtual event on workplace learning.

As organizations place greater emphasis on employee development and measurable outcomes, the advisory board will guide HR leaders on using learning technologies effectively, measuring the impact of  upskilling, and addressing gaps that hinder learning success. The board will also explore emerging trends, including AI-driven personalized learning, workforce skill tracking, and digital learning strategies, shaping research and events that provide HR and L&D professionals with actionable tools and frameworks.

HR.com's Future of Learning Technology and Upskilling 2026 Virtual Event
July 7, 2026

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The newly formed 2026 Future of Learning Technology and Upskilling Advisory Board features these distinguished experts:

• Christopher Allen, President, Allen Interactions

• Matthew Casey-Sudvary, Learning and Talent Development Consultant

• David Creelman, CEO, Creelman Research

• JD Dillon, VP Strategic Alignment, Axonify

• Sam Herring, Vice President and General Manager, Intrepid, VitalSource

• Sheila Jagannathan, Global Head, Capacity Building and Digital Learning, The World Bank

• Christine Janssen, PhD, Founder and CEO, Edstutia

• Brad Kogut, Head of Talent, Anywhere Real Estate

• Heather Lambert, VP of Learning & Organizational Development, Wellpath

• Christopher Lind, Executive Advisor, Business Transformation, Christopher Lind Co.

• Stacy Marshall, Associate Vice President, People and Technology Consulting, HUB International    

• Lisa Menke, Sr. Learning Experience Designer & Facilitator, TEKsystems

• Todd Moran, Chief Learning Strategist, NovoEd    

• Philip Pinkerman, Learning and Development Manager, Bristol Farms

• Heidi Schisel, VP, People & Culture of Commercial, Medical and Government Affairs, Genentech

• Caitlynn Sendra, PhD., Sr. Research Scientist, Future of Work Research Lab, SAP SuccessFactors

“This advisory board will help the HR industry stay ahead of the curve,” said Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com. “By sharing guidance for upcoming research and events, these thought leaders will equip HR professionals to boost employee skills, engagement, and organizational performance.”

The HR Research Institute releases annual “State of the Industry” reports in a variety of HR topic areas, including last year’s research report, HR.com's Future of Learning Technologies 2025, covering the same topic.

This and other free research reports and infographics can be downloaded at hr.com/researchinstitute.

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