Learning Leader Spotlight: Interviews with corporate L&D leaders

On this episode, host Leigh Anne Lankford is joined by Michael Lux, Senior Director: Customer Education, Certification, Documentation and Training Services of Procore Technologies. They delve into Michael's extensive experience in the learning and development sector, exploring pivotal changes and future trends in corporate education, particularly the transformative impact of AI and digital tools.Key Takeaways:(01:32) Michael shares his extensive background in L&D, emphasizing his passion for education.(03:49) The evolution from computer-based training to modern e-learning and the impact of DVD technology.(05:02) Michael highlights the significant changes in L&D, particularly the role of AI in automating content creation.(06:23) Future directions for L&D, including content as a service and the importance of micro, tailored content delivery.(08:43) Michael outlines his vision for scaling operations with a hypothetical tenfold budget increase at Procore.(11:48) The critical role and challenges of content strategy and program management in learning environments.(13:57) Michael shares his go-to resources for staying informed in the L&D industry.(15:27) Book recommendations for aspiring learning leaders, highlighting "How People Learn" by Nick Shackleton-Jones.Resources Mentioned:Michael Lux - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lux-6a9690/Procore Technologies - https://www.linkedin.com/company/procore-technologies/“How People Learn” by Nick Shackleton-Jones - https://www.amazon.com/How-People-Learn-Designing-Performance/dp/0749484705The Content Wrangler - https://www.thecontentwrangler.com/#LearningDevelopment #CorporateTraining #TalentDevelopment #LandD #LeadershipTraining

Welcome to Learning Leader Spotlight: Interviews with corporate L&D leaders — the podcast where we learn from leading minds in the L&D space.Each week, we’ll dive into the details of what it takes to thrive in learning and development, as guests from different corporate contexts and sectors share their expertise and experience.If you’re dedicated to staying on top of optimized growth, transformative industry technologies and all things training, then this is the show for you!