From Reactive to Transformative: How AI Is Accelerating L&D Maturity

L&D has hit its AI turning point. The era of experimentation is over. Learning teams are no longer testing shiny tools. They’re using AI to drive measurable business impact.

In this 30-minute micro-session, David James, Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, joins Liza Wisner, Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio at OpenSesame, to unpack how top-performing L&D teams are moving from reactive to transformative by making AI a core part of their learning strategy.

What you’ll learn:

• Why AI in L&D has moved past experimentation and what sets high-impact teams apart
• How to identify where your organization sits on the L&D maturity curve
• Practical ways to bridge trust and skills gaps so AI becomes a driver of strategy learning

Join the L&D Performance Academy to benchmark your maturity and turn AI into impact.

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About the speakers

David James | Chief Learning Officer, 360Learning

David James is the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a highly respected voice in the Learning & Development industry. With a focus on harnessing technology to drive impactful learning strategies, David is recognised as one of the top 10 global influencers in the L&D space. His expertise lies in helping organisations modernise their approach to workplace learning, ensuring measurable results and business alignment.

David is also the host of The Learning & Development Podcast, which has amassed over 500,000 downloads and ranks in the top 1% of podcasts globally. With more than 30,000 LinkedIn followers, he continues to shape the conversation around L&D innovation and best practices, drawing on his deep experience, including his time as Director of Learning, Talent & Organisational Development at The Walt Disney Company.

The Learning & Development Podcast
360Learning Website

Liza Mucheru Wisner | Head of Talent and Culture Portfolio, OpenSesame

Liza Mucheru Wisner is an award-winning expert, author, keynote speaker, television personality, and global influencer in talent development, artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and workplace culture. As Portfolio Lead of Talent & Workplace Culture at OpenSesame, she curates learning experiences that fuse human insight with intelligent automation, preparing organizations for the next era of work.

Liza’s work has earned global recognition – including multiple SHRM Excellence Awards. With degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built her career at the forefront of innovation, helping organizations reimagine how people grow, thrive, and lead in a rapidly changing world. As a thought leader, strategist, and change agent, she continues to shape the future of learning, leadership, and innovation.

About OpenSesame
OpenSesame is a comprehensive learning platform designed to simplify workforce training and accelerate skill development. With a catalog of over 50,000 expert-led courses in 70+ languages—plus AI-powered tools for skills assessments, content creation, and personalized learning paths—we empower organizations to deliver impactful training at scale.