Kathryn Kearney

Keynote Speaker, Founder of Evergreen EdTech Consulting

Kathryn Kearney is an EdTech consultant, startup advisor, and founder of Evergreen EdTech Consulting. An accomplished leader in adult education, she has held senior roles in some of the world's largest and most fast-paced technology organisations, including Databricks, Google, and Amazon. With an extensive background in corporate learning operations and adult education strategy, Kathryn is a passionate advocate for AI literacy and a champion for diversity, equity, and inclusion in education. She works at the forefront of the future of work — helping organisations build the human capabilities needed to thrive in an AI-enabled world.

Janet Benson

Panel Member, Learning Lead & Senior Researcher, Learnovate

Janet Benson brings over 15 years' experience in learning and development, having held roles with organisations including Coca-Cola, Abbott Diagnostics, and Lionbridge Technologies. At Learnovate, she works with industry partners to apply evidence-based learning design and workforce development strategies that prepare organisations for the future of work.

Ilse White

Panel member, Senior Learning Researcher, Learnovate

Ilse is a Senior Learning Researcher with 20 years’ experience designing impactful technology-enabled learning solutions across onboarding, management, and leadership development. At Learnovate, she focuses on organisational learning, learning design, and research into areas such as AI coaching, workplace wellbeing, and the future of skills development.

Frank O'Reilly

Panel Chair, Corporate Learning, Learnovate

Frank O’Reilly brings over 20 years of experience in corporate learning, development, project management, and business analysis across a diverse range of industries in Ireland and France. At Learnovate, he helps organisations achieve their goals through innovative learning solutions, combining his expertise in knowledge management and learning strategy.

Louise Keegan

Host, Membership Development Manager, Learnovate

Louise brings a diverse background spanning international travel, business development, and marketing, with experience building relationships and driving engagement across global audiences. At Learnovate, she focuses on membership development and community building, connecting learning professionals and organisations to support innovation and growth in an evolving learning landscape.