For years, many in talent development have felt like they are on a hamster wheel—taking orders for courses and building content without always seeing the needle move. In this session, based on her ATD TD at Work guide (Become a Strategic Learning Architect With AI), Debbie Richards shares a practical playbook for making the leap from content creator to strategic architect.

We will explore how to integrate AI into your LearnOps strategy to automate the routine, repetitive tasks of L&D, moving beyond the "factory" work of manual content production. By leveraging the human-AI-human framework, you can ensure quality and ethical oversight while freeing up your team for high-value performance consulting. Learn how to connect your work directly to business KPIs, prove your team's value in the language of the C-suite, and finally earn your permanent seat at the strategic table.

What You Will Learn:

• The Evolution of L&D: How to shift your focus from time-consuming content production to the high-value strategic work only humans can do
• The Three Pillars: Strategies for using AI to enhance enablement, curation, and governance within your organization
• Changing Roles in the AI Era: How traditional positions are evolving into new, specialized roles such as AI Learning Experience Architects and Learning Data Scientists
• LearnOps Efficiency: Tips for using AI as a workflow automator to streamline your learning ecosystem and manage technology partners strategically
• Practical Quick Wins: Low-risk, high-visibility AI projects you can launch in the next 30 days to build momentum

As Chief Learning Advisor at Cognota, Debbie leads the global LearnOps Community, fostering a dynamic space where learning professionals connect, collaborate, and share actionable insights. Her focus is on growing this network into a vital resource that empowers L&D teams to drive innovation and operational excellence.