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Training Industry Strategy Summit

October 6–8, 2026

Hands-on strategy building, real outcomes, meaningful connections.

October 7
Last Mile of Learning
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Booth 10


Meet VPS at the Summit

Practical strategy.
Real-world action.

Operational experience and practical tools for designing training that translates into performance
Blue Strategic Roadmap Cohort led by VPS, plus the keynote presentation on October 7
Booth 10 for quick consultations and to schedule deeper follow-up conversations

From Strategy to Execution

Turn learning strategy into organizational capability.

The Strategy Summit is focused on moving L&D from theory to execution. VPS will lead the Blue Strategic Roadmap cohort and deliver the keynote “The Last Mile of Learning: Turning Learning Into Organizational Capability” on October 7.

Join us for practical workshops, cohort-based planning, and one-on-one consultations that leave you with a complete roadmap and tools to deploy across your learning organization.

Keynote • October 7

What to Expect

Move from ideas to implementation.

Every element of the Summit is designed to help you move from ideas to implementation:

Strategic Roadmap Sessions

VPS is leading cohort-based working sessions to produce a stakeholder-ready plan.

Workshops

Deep dives into building and sustaining learning programs.

Strategic Consultations

One-on-one time with industry experts and solution providers. Schedule through the event app.

Keynotes

Senior leaders sharing strategic insight and practical approaches.

Networking

Curated opportunities to build meaningful professional connections.

Strategy Summit Journey

Three days from kickoff to roadmap.

A focused journey designed to help you leave Milwaukee with a strategy you can put into action.

Day 1

Kickoff and Foundation

  • Welcome the Blue Cohort and align objectives
  • Begin defining your L&D mission statement using the Strategic Planning Toolkit
  • Stop by Booth 10 for a welcome conversation and resources to bring back to your team

Day 2

Making the Connection

  • Session spotlight: “The Last Mile of Learning: Turning Learning Into Organizational Capability,” presented by Stuart Edumura, Senior Manager
  • Map L&D to key business priorities through collaborative exercises and case examples.
  • Book a Strategic Consultation in the event app and visit Booth 10 for demos and a short consultation.

Day 3

Building the Roadmap

  • Translate priorities into initiatives, success measures, and a stakeholder-ready plan
  • Gather cohort feedback and refine your roadmap for immediate action
  • Book remaining openings for Strategic Consultations in the app and visit Booth 10 to pick up your tailored action checklist

Focused Conversations

Strategic Consultations

The Summit provides dedicated consultative space for focused conversations. Meet with VPS to test ideas, evaluate tools, and get tailored recommendations from experienced practitioners.

Post-Summit

Leave with a plan you can put into action.

01

Share the completed roadmap

Share the completed roadmap and toolkit with stakeholders.

02

Apply the toolkit

Apply the Strategic Planning Toolkit to pilot one prioritized initiative in Q4/2026.

03

Keep the conversation going

Schedule a follow-up consultation with VPS to convert your roadmap into an implementation plan.


INDUSTRY GUIDES

Find your industry. Download your guide.

Each guide is developed for the specific workforce challenges your peers are navigating right now.
Not generic. Not recycled. Written for your world.

Energy

Workforce transition, retiring knowledge, and grid cybersecurity. Developed for utilities and energy organizations.

Financial Services

Compliance, AI readiness, and proving L&D ROI. Developed for banks, credit unions, and insurance organizations.

Healthcare

Onboarding, retention, and clinical competency. Developed for health systems, hospitals, and care organizations.

Manufacturing

Knowledge transfer, safety culture, and frontline leadership. Developed for plant floors and operations teams.

Technology

Skills decay, manager development, and learning in the flow of work. Developed for tech teams moving fast.

Training Industry Strategy Summit

See you in Milwaukee!

Visit VPS at Booth 10 and connect with us to turn your learning strategy into action.