Coaching • mentorship • career development
The Coaching and Mentoring in L&D Gathering
March 3-7 | Online
Coaching and Mentorship in L&D – Strengthening Connections, Fostering Growth, and Unlocking Potential for a Thriving Learning Culture.
Coaching and mentoring are powerful tools for growth in L&D, helping professionals enhance their skills, navigate challenges, and drive meaningful impact. This virtual gathering explores the critical role of coaching and mentoring in Learning & Development, offering insights from experienced professionals on how to build strong coaching cultures, foster mentorship relationships, and maximize career growth. Whether you're looking to become a better mentor, find a coach, or integrate coaching strategies into your L&D initiatives, this event will provide practical takeaways to elevate your professional journey.
Speakers
Bill
Brantley
Christine Thomas
Kikelola Emechafor
Kirsten
Williams
Janeen
Galligan
Christine
Duguay
Kathy
LaMee
Matt
Campbell
Brianna
Piñero
Heidi
Blair
Kelsy
Colwell
Stephanie
Licata
Tara
Myers
Nicole
Letoile
Maryam
Abdulkadir
SCHEDULE
Monday, March 3
10am PT/1pm ET
Kikelola Emechafor
Unlocking Opportunities: Coaching Immigrants in Instructional Design
Kikelola Emechafor shares how she created an Instructional Design bootcamp to empower immigrants with essential ID skills, opening career opportunities and fostering professional growth within her community. Learn how she built and sustained this impactful program.
Tuesday, March 4
8am PT/11am ET
Tara Myers
The Benefits of Professional Coaching
Tara Myers explores how coaching enhances communication, leadership, and personal growth. Learn how coaching fosters clarity, alternative perspectives, and action—especially for new managers—while benefiting both coaches and clients alike.
Tuesday, March 4
10am PT/1pm ET
Christine Duguay
Coaching Conversations: Real Stories, Real Impact
Christine Duguay shares firsthand insights on how coaching and mentoring foster self-awareness, confidence, and lasting change. Through storytelling, she explores coaching’s impact on leadership, performance, and professional growth.
Tuesday, March 4
12pm PT/3pm ET
Nicole Letoile
Ask A Coach (Live Coaching Q&A with Dr Nicole Letoile
Join us for an interactive conversation featuring Dr Nicole Letoile for discussion and advice on real-world coaching and mentoring challenges.
Wednesday, March 5
8am PT/11am ET
Nicole Letoile
Coaching vs. Mentoring: What’s the Difference?
Join Dr Nicole Letoile for a conversation about the distinct roles of coaches and mentors, and when to leverage each.
Wednesday, March 5
10am PT/1pm ET
Matt Campbell
10 Job Application Secrets from Someone Who Hired 62 People In 2024
Matt Campbell, head of K-12 digital learning at McGraw Hill, shares 10 hacks on L&D skills, resume optimization, and LinkedIn strategies, drawing from his experience hiring 62 instructional designers in 2024. He’ll explore how effective coaching and mentoring not only elevate individual careers but also create a collaborative learning culture that drives team success and innovation.
Wednesday, March 5
12pm PT/3pm ET
Kirsten Williams
Lessons from the Other Side: A Mentee’s Take on Great Mentorship
Kirsten Williams shares a mentee’s perspective on mentorship—what truly fosters growth, impactful mentor actions, and lessons that made a difference. Gain fresh insights on meaningful mentorship from the learner’s side.
Wednesday, March 5
2:30pm PT/5:30pm ET
Maryam Abdulkadir
Coaching and Mentorship in Remote and Hybrid Workplaces
Need strategies for maintaining strong coaching relationships in virtual and distributed teams? Join Maryam Abdulkadir for this conversation with a remote and hybrid workplace specialist.
Thursday, March 6
8am PT/11am ET
Stephanie Licata
Creating a Coaching Culture with BUSY Leaders!
Stephanie Licata shares a case study on coaching culture transformation across 2,000+ leaders. Learn practical micro-learning strategies that help leaders shift from boss to coach without disrupting their daily work.
Thursday, March 6
10am PT/1pm ET
Bill Brantley
Building a Career Coaching Program at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
The USPTO Career Coaching Program trains supervisors to lead developmental conversations, supporting employee growth and leadership pipelines. Join Bill Brantley to learn how this program was built, managed, and sustained.
Thursday, March 6
12pm PT/3pm ET
Kathy LaMee and Christine Thomas
Mentoring Misfires: How to Recognize When It’s Not the Right Fit (and What to Do About It)
Kathy LaMee and Christine Thomas explore mentoring misfires—how to spot red flags, course-correct, and know when to move on. Learn to navigate mismatched mentorships with confidence and set yourself up for success.
Friday, March 7
8am PT/11am ET
Kelsy Colwell
Creative Coaching
Kelsy Colwell explores the power of creative troubleshooting in coaching. Learn to adapt, focus on mentee needs, and navigate real-time challenges for meaningful transformation.
Friday, March 7
10am PT/1pm ET
Nicole Letoile
Coaching Tools and Techniques: What Works Best?
Gather for a meaningful discussion with Dr Nicole Letoile and share best practices, tools, and techniques that enhance coaching and mentoring effectiveness.
Friday, March 7
12pm PT/3pm ET
Janeen Galligan, Heidi Blair, and Brianna Piñero
Mentoring Forward!
Janeen Galligan, Heidi Blair, and Brianna Piñero share how they built lasting mentorships across time zones, roles, and industries. Learn from their experiences in formal and informal mentorship programs in Higher Education and Academic Technology.
Coaching and mentorship are more than just career tools—they’re the foundation of growth, connection, and success in Learning & Development. Whether you're looking to gain insights, connect with like-minded professionals, or take your career to the next level, this event is your opportunity to learn from experienced leaders and make meaningful connections. Don’t miss out—register now and be part of the conversation!
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