Must-Attend Events for Global Heads of Learning, Talent & Leadership in 2025

Submitted by leahjones on 26 March 2025 - 9:48am

In the fast-paced world of Learning, Talent, and Executive Development, finding the right events to attend can be overwhelming. Your inbox is overflowing with conference invites, your calendar is packed, and the challenge remains, which events are truly worth your time?

Enter iVentiv, a global leader in Executive Knowledge Exchanges. In 2025, iVentiv is bringing invaluable conversations directly to you, hosted by top global organisations such as Citi, Shell, KPMG, AXA, Bosch, Visa and more.

If you’re seeking more than just another conference, iVentiv’s events are designed to deliver real impact. Here’s why an iVentiv event should be on your calendar this year.

Participants in conversation at iVentiv's Learning Futures Copenhagen

Beyond ‘Sit and Listen’ Conferences

Traditional conferences often mean sitting through endless PowerPoints in crowded exhibition halls. iVentiv takes a different approach. Every event is highly interactive, designed for meaningful collaboration through peer discussions. With a select group of no more than 40 senior executives, you'll engage in deep, valuable conversations rather than just absorbing information passively.

Connect with Top Learning and Talent Executives Worldwide

If you're seeking meaningful connections with peers facing similar challenges, iVentiv provides the perfect space. Bringing together top facilitators and participants from around the world, iVentiv fosters genuine knowledge exchange and professional growth.

At each event, you'll engage in in-depth conversations to tackle real learning challenges, build lasting relationships, and become part of a community committed to continuous development.

Hosted by Global Leaders

At iVentiv, most events are hosted by leading global companies. In 2025, iVentiv will be welcomed by companies including MetLife in New York, Microsoft in Cologne, Toyota in Texas, ASML in Eindhoven and many more. These events offer an exclusive opportunity to learn from top executives and gain insights from companies that are shaping the future of talent and leadership development.

Russell Butler and Eric Berger at iVentiv's Learning Futures San Francisco at Visa University

300 Events of Experience

Since 2008, iVentiv has been shaping the future of Learning, Talent, and Executive Development through world-class events. With 17 years of experience and 300 events, iVentiv has brought together some of the most influential names in the industry for insightful, thought-provoking conversations.

While priorities and topics have evolved over time, one thing has never changed – iVentiv has always been driven by meaningful conversations and the connections formed in the room.

What Attendees Are Saying

iVentiv events consistently receive glowing feedback from senior executives who have experienced the unique format:

‘I get invited to hundreds of events in HR. I hardly say yes as they do not add value, and they are not thought-provoking enough. iVentiv’s are by far the best I have attended.’
Global Head of Talent; L&D, TM & TA, Takeda

“Thank you so much to the iVentiv team for yet another fantastic event for Learning professionals! Only you can create these amazing collaborative spaces for us to exchange knowledge, experience and expertise!”
Chief Learning Officer, ASML

‘Great time to slow down, think, share and learn.’
Head of Learning, Forvis Mazars Group

‘So inspiring to show and learn together. The iVentiv approach is nothing like standard conferences. Much more interactive, collaborative, and intentional.’
Global Head of Learning & Development, Novo Nordisk

‘iVentiv provides a forum for talent leaders to have relevant and timely conversations with peers who are facing similar challenges.’
Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer & Talent Development, Intuit

As you can see, the world’s top Learning and Talent leaders chose iVentiv as their go-to event for meaningful peer connections and latest industry insights. iVentiv events attract the most senior executives shaping the future of workforce development, with the average delegate overseeing 66,000 employees. Past participants include leading global companies like McDonald’s, Novartis, Bosch, Siemens, and HSBC.

A participant presenting at iVentiv's Learning Futures Texas

Make 2025 the Year of Impactful Learning

With iVentiv, you’re not just attending another event – you’re engaging in a dynamic experience designed to foster collaboration, spark innovation, and drive real-world impact. Don’t miss your chance to be part of these transformative conversations.

Explore iVentiv’s 2025 events and secure your spot today!

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