L&D Global Sentiment 2026: The pulse of learning worldwide

26 February 2026

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Donald Taylor

Chair, Learning and Performance Institute

Donald H Taylor is a veteran of the learning, skills and human capital industries. He has experience at every level from design and delivery to chairman of the board and has been chairman of the Learning and Performance Institute since 2010.

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Kirstie Greany

Head of Learning Strategy, Learning Pool

Kirstie is a learning strategist, storyteller, speaker, and connector with 20+ years helping global organisations reimagine workplace learning. She hosts the Learning at Large podcast, runs roundtables for senior L&D leaders, and shares insights and reports that equip the community to tackle complex challenges. Backed by deep design and consultancy experience, Kirstie turns insights into people-centred strategies that drive engagement, capability, and measurable impact.