Developing an effective L&D strategy is essential but can be challenging.
How do we balance influencing organisational performance with stakeholder expectations, strategic alignment and emerging technologies?
Join us for this practical lunchtime session on Formulating L&D Strategy, led by Phil Garing, the NZATD L&D Strategist of the Year 2025.
This session is designed for L&D managers and leaders who already have a baseline understanding of L&D strategy and are looking to deepen, refine, or refresh their approach. Together, we’ll explore current themes and real‑world challenges in L&D strategy formulation, focusing on what actually works in today’s organisational context.
Topics may include:
- Engaging and consulting effectively with stakeholders
- Aligning L&D strategy with organisational and business strategy
- Demonstrating value, impact, and ROI
- Using AI to support L&D strategy development
You can select which topics interest you in the registration form.
The session will be interactive in nature and under Chatham House Rules, creating a safe and constructive learning environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to test ideas, learn from peers, and take away practical insights you can apply in your own organisation.
Doors open at 12.15 to allow networking time before the session starts.
Competency Framework: Learning Leader and Learning Strategist
Speaker: Phil Garing, Managing Director, Synapsys
Phil is the Managing Director of Synapsys NZ www.synapsys.co.nz , with over 30 years of experience solving people and process challenges across the corporate, government and education sectors. His passion is in ensuring that investment is driven out of a clear vision for business benefit, and that it is truly measured for impact. Phil is Tangata Tiriti, and proud of Synapsys' mahi in te ao Māori. He has successfully led and managed multiple projects that involved complex challenges, diverse stakeholders, and sensitive environments. Additionally, he has contributed to the development and governance of several learning-related initiatives and networks, such as Learning City Christchurch, the Workforce Development Council Design Group, and EdTech Executive Council. He is currently the NZATD L&D Strategist of the Year.
Host: Lower North Island
Event eligibility: This event is open to NZATD members, affiliates and non-members.
Registering for this event:
- Prices exclude GST.
- Members can register for this event by logging in using their member login details.
- Affiliates: (HRNZ, AITD, CDANZ, FLANZ, ICF, NZOQ, PSANZ, TechCommNZ) can attend at member rates. When registering, follow the non-member registration process and use the 'Online Affiliate' promo code to access the member rate. Contact your affiliate administrator for this code.
Cancellations and Attendance:
- Please give 48 hours notice of cancellation.
- Once registered, you will be expected to pay regardless of attendance.
- Substitutions permitted if transferred to someone holding the same
- ticket type e.g. member. Non-members are not permitted to attend in place of a member.
