Join four leading voices in modern Talent Development in a moderated discussion about the practical steps you can take to transform your function from a training provider into a strategic business partner. Use AI, alignment, governance, learning operations and new strategies to be truly valued. 

Becky Willis is a modern learning strategist, speaker, and author focusing on strategic learning engagement and technology. As a founder and chief learning officer at Tractus Learning, she helps businesses design, develop, and improve learning solutions. Previously, she was the VP of Engagement at EdCast and led Learning Innovation & Strategy at HPE and HP, as well as other leadership positions in HR, Sales and Marketing.

A thought leader in the field of learning platforms and strategy, Becky’s ATD book, 7 Steps to Better Learning Engagement Driving Business Results is available from ATD and Amazon.

Tracie Cantu CPTD, SHRM-SCP is a dynamic learning operations and learning technology leader with 15+ years of experience leading innovative Learning and Talent solutions. She has proven expertise in managing cross-functional teams and leading global enterprise-level projects at companies such as Atlassian, Meta, and Whole Foods Market. Tracie is a proactive strategist skilled in optimizing learning operations, improving learning support efficiency, and driving learning and talent technology adoption to facilitate organizational growth at scale while maintaining exceptional value delivery.

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.

Betty Dannewitz is speaker, podcaster and solution architect with over 20 years in corporate learning and development. Betty's passion is to help people become better humans and she advocates that innovative technology, like podcsting, has a HUGE role in making that happen.