Learning is changing and evolving —fast.

In this episode of NovoEDTalks, Matt Barry, Head of Global Learning Solutions and Field Platform Training at a global life sciences company, shares how his team is rethinking scale, personalization, and relevance in global L&D. He breaks down how they empower local field trainers, connect global efforts through strategic learning solutions, and center empathy and relationship-building to drive impact. Matt also shares why getting learners to pause and reflect — even in fast-paced environments — can be the most powerful tool for transformation.

In this episode of NovoEDTalks, Andreia Gadioli, a senior learning leader in the casino and hospitality industry, shares how she’s using learning programs to build confidence, connection, and psychological safety in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. From onboarding 6,000 employees during a pandemic to piloting innovative approaches that blend empathy with technology, Andreia reflects on the power of adaptability and tech-enabled human connection. She offers a candid look at what it takes to support frontline workers and leaders alike, especially in an era of AI and constant change.