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Now in its 19th year, the Chief Learning Officer and Chief Talent Officer (CLO/CTO) Breakfast Club event series continues to connect leaders over breakfast to strengthen the link between L&D, talent management and business strategy.

In 2022, we introduced a new format to this popular series hosted by Chief Learning Officer and Chief Talent Officer. The format features regular virtual mini-events starring top learning and talent leaders. In response to the incredible reception of 2022, we are pleased to continue this format this year.

Each mini-event lasts about two hours and consists of a 60-minute panel discussion with L&D and talent practitioners, a 20-minute FASTtalk presentation and a 20-minute research segment, garnering real-time data from attendees and prompting discussion of the day's themes, followed by closing remarks from Chief Learning Officer and Chief Talent Officer's editorial staff.

JULY 2025

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

From 2025-2026: Reflections & Predictions in Talent Management

10:00 AM CST

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As the year comes to a close, it's an opportune time to both reflect and anticipate: What lessons stand out from 2025? What are the biggest trends coming in 2026, and how are talent leaders preparing?

Join Chief Talent Officer for its final Breakfast Club of the year, which will bring together some of 2025's earlier Breakfast Club speakers to reflect on what's changed since their initial sessions and the lessons they are taking with them into the new year.


Welcome Address | 5 mins

Panel Discussion + Q&A | 60 mins

FASTtalk + Q&A | 20 mins

Research/Polling Deep Dive | 20 mins

Closing Address | 5 mins

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Chief Learning Officer's Lessons Learned and Trends That Will Shape 2026

10:00 AM CST

As we close 2025, it's the perfect moment to reflect on key takeaways from the year and look ahead to what's on the horizon. What insights have we gained in the past year, and what major trends are emerging for 2026? How are L&D leaders gearing up for the challenges and opportunities ahead?

Join Chief Learning Officer for its final Breakfast Club of the year, which will reunite some of 2025’s earlier speakers to discuss the shifts since their initial sessions. They’ll share valuable lessons learned and how they're applying those insights as they prepare for the year ahead.


Welcome Address | 5 mins

Panel Discussion + Q&A | 60 mins

FASTtalk + Q&A | 20 mins

Research/Polling Deep Dive | 20 mins

Closing Address | 5 mins

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Growing Skills with a Commercial Mindset

As CLOs strive to equip their workforce with the skills needed for an uncertain future, helping individuals establish a commercial mindset — or allowing them to clearly see how their work aligns with business objectives and serves the end goal — can be a driving force in employee motivation and engagement. It's not just about having the skills to do one's job well; it's about each individual contributing collectively to the success and goals of the business.

Join this Chief Learning Officer Breakfast Club to hear from leaders who are executing this effort in their own firms, ensuring that the work of their learners is in furtherance of corporate objectives.


Welcome Address | 5 mins

Panel Discussion + Q&A | 60 mins

FASTtalk + Q&A | 20 mins

Research/Polling Deep Dive | 20 mins

Closing Address | 5 mins

SPEAKERS

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