News & Thinking

The advertising agency business is rapidly changing, making learning and development more essential than ever. In this episode of Powered by Learning, Sean McGlade, Senior Vice President of Talent and Learning Solutions at the 4As, shares how the association provides agencies of all sizes with innovative learning experiences that keep their business leaders, media strategists and technical and creative teams ahead of the competition.

UGI Corporation’s Global Enterprise Lead, Learning & Development Wendy Laverty shares how “Breakthrough Thinking” is reshaping leadership, structure, and strategy at UGI. She explains how a series of workshops with team members has encouraged intentional reflection, language, and a culture of curiosity that’s unlocking new solutions and sustainable change.

d’Vinci Interactive has been recognized with a W³ Award in the category of General Websites – Construction for JulieEssentials.com, the training website for JULIE, Inc. 

As technology advances, expectations for inclusive digital experiences must evolve as well. At the recent Technology and the Disability Experience event that I attended, the National Organization on Disability (NOD) convened innovators, technologists, and disability advocates to explore how emerging tools can drive greater accessibility in the workplace and beyond. 

Our guest Mike Kaput of SmarterX takes us inside the new AI Academy, a membership-based learning platform for organizations and individuals. Find out how their AI Academy delivers AI literacy for all—through frameworks, certifications, and personalized learning journeys that help organizations roll out AI training responsibly and at scale.

d’Vinci Interactive is proud to fund a new scholarship that expands access to leadership training and professional development for women survivors of domestic violence.

d’Vinci Interactive has been selected by the National Organization on Disability (NOD) to create a comprehensive online training program and custom Learning Management System (LMS) aimed at advancing disability inclusion, accessibility, and mental health awareness in the workplace.

We’re celebrating 100 episodes of Powered by Learning with a special conversation with past podcast guests Dr. Kristal Walker, Marjorie Van Roon, Ajay Pangarkar, Robyn DeFelice, and Connie Malamed. Together, we reflect on the past five years in L&D—AI’s promise (and limits), the rise of data-informed decisions, accountability for performance and ROI, and the renewed push for personalized, human-centered learning. Listen for an energizing look at where L&D is headed—and how your organization can evolve.

Instructional design isn’t just about what learners know—it’s about what they can do. In this episode, Dr. Karl Kapp discusses his new book, Action First Learning, and why engagement, application, and challenge are essential for lasting impact.

Designing training that is engaging, compassionate and informative is key for instructional designer Hallie Martyniuk, principal at TD3 Consulting. She shares how working in crime victim services has shaped her approach to designing learning about subjects that need to be addressed with sensitivity.