2026 HR and L&D Trend-A Look at the Year Ahead
Be the first to hear what HR and L&D leaders polled in Blanchard’s 2026 HR / L&D Trends Survey are saying about the coming year—from the biggest organisational challenges and hiring/retention realities to leadership development priorities, training mixes, and measurement practices.
This session will preview insights from Blanchard’s just-completed research and will share what’s already emerging—together with recommended next steps.
Why attend
See what’s changing for 2026. We’ll explore:
- Readouts on top business challenges. What organisation-wide issues HR and L&D leaders are focused on most.
- Budget & modality outlook. How peers expect training investments to shift and the mix of in-person, virtual, and self-paced learning.
- Leadership development priorities. What competencies are rising to the top and where organisations are focusing.
- Access models & subscriptions. What buyers want from all-inclusive access and how teams plan to buy vs. build in 2026.
- Measurement that matters. How organisations are assessing impact and where they want better evidence.
What you’ll get
- Early access to the full survey results (complete report access for all participants).
- A concise executive briefing you can share with your leadership team.
- Practical talking points for 2026 planning.
Who should attend
CHROs, CLOs, HR/L&D leaders, talent development practitioners, and business leaders shaping 2026 people strategies.
