Leadership and Learning Trends with Jennifer Padilla-Lewis of Infor

On this episode, Jennifer Padilla-Lewis, Senior Director, Learning Portfolio of Infor, discusses her journey in the learning and development sector, evolving methodologies in corporate education and the transformative impact of technology on learning delivery.

Key Takeaways:

(01:40) Infor's focus on industry-specific solutions. 

(02:01) Jennifer’s team curates a prescriptive learning journey across hundreds of products and various platforms. 

(03:05) The shift to modular, blended and asynchronous learning due to advancements in technology and the attention economy. 

(04:03) Jennifer shares her passion for improving processes and her accidental entry into the L&D field. 

(06:06) The biggest changes in L&D include transitioning from instructor-led experiences to more flexible, technology-driven methods. 

(08:29) The potential impact of AI on content creation, translation capabilities, and adaptive learning. 

(10:12) The importance of finding strategic thinkers who can guide stakeholders and offer creative learning solutions. 

(12:09) Jennifer's go-to sources for staying informed about industry trends and news. (14:08) Book recommendations for aspiring learning leaders, emphasizing practical guidance for new roles.

Resources Mentioned:

Jennifer Padilla-Lewis - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpadillalewis/

Infor - https://www.linkedin.com/company/infor/

Simon Sinek (author) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpadillalewis/

Brené Brown (author) - https://brenebrown.com/

Adam Grant (author) - https://www.adamgrant.net/

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