July 8‑9, 2025

L&D Career Strategy Workshop

Gain the skills, strategies, and confidence to accelerate your career in L&D and instructional design, no matter where you're starting from.
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Speaker Holly Owens
Holly Owens
Speaker
The career boost
you’ve been waiting for
L&D
only
This is the first workshop created by L&D professionals exclusively for the L&D field, with every detail tailored to your career. No vague generalizations: just targeted steps to move your career forward.
Practice, practice, practice
Two days focused on career development and a complete refresh of your professional digital presence. No motivational speeches or time-wasters, just tried-and-true tactics.
Hands-on.
In person. All‑in.
Leave the workshop ready to take the next step in your career and overcome the barriers holding you back. With personal guidance from a top L&D expert, it’s easier than it may feel today.
The 4 roles to leave behind.
See yours?

Junior eLearning
specialists

Learn how to position your eLearning experience for mid-level roles — and use expert‑proven tools to land them faster.

Educators
transitioning to L&D

Confidently pivot into L&D by translating your teaching background into in‑demand instructional design skills.

L&D pros stuck
in their roles

Identify what’s holding you back, showcase your value, and take on bigger challenges to move beyond your current role.

L&D explorers
from other fields

Even if your background has nothing to do with L&D but you want to enter the field, start here and set a solid foundation for your future career.

What you’ll get
Clarify and strengthen your unique value proposition to stand out in the current market.
Update your résumé to meet 2025’s L&D standards and position yourself as a top candidate.
Create a standout LinkedIn profile and build professional connections that support your goals.
Break out of the "experience trap" and learn to avoid potential strategic mistakes in your career.
Follow a step-by-step action plan to grow from your current role into senior L&D positions.
Get tools to measure your impact and demonstrate the value of your expertise.
Build a portfolio that clearly shows your strengths and speaks directly to employers.
Prepare for L&D interviews with answers that impress recruiters and show your value.
Receive personalized career strategy advice from Holly Owens, for each participant individually.
Join a supportive community with shared career goals to exchange insights and build valuable connections.
Workshop schedule
1
DAY
July 8th, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. EDT
July 8th, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. EDT
Build your personal brand
  • Uncover your unique value proposition that will set you apart
  • Optimize your LinkedIn profile to get noticed by potential employers
  • Grow your professional network to move your career forward
  • Find out the most common mistakes and how to avoid them
2
DAY
July 9th, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. EDT
July 9th, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. EDT
Get your dream L&D job
  • Discover where to find the best L&D jobs (and how to use AI to speed up your search)
  • Build a strong CV and portfolio that show your expertise and skill set
  • Learn behavioral interview strategies to impress hiring managers and land the role
  • Get personal expert feedback from Holly on your homework and portfolio drafts
  • Ask your final questions and get clarity on your next career steps
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Get personal career strategy guidance

In most workshops, experts are stretched too thin and don’t have time to offer truly personal advice. We take a different approach, because we know your career path isn’t like anyone else’s.

On this workshop, speaker Holly Owens will provide individual feedback and guidance for every participant. This is your chance to get clear, personalized advice on your next steps from an experienced L&D professional.

Speaker Holly Owens

Bonus resources from Holly Owens

Personal skills and strengths self‑assessment checklist
LinkedIn profile optimization guide
Networking plan for L&D professionals
How to use AI in your job search guide
A list of places to search for vacancies
Ace Your L&D Interview: The Ultimate Preparation Toolkit
… and more!
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Speaker Holly Owens
Holly Owens
Educator and Instructional Technologist

Holly Owens is an experienced instructional technologist with over 17 years in both education and corporate settings. Having transitioned from teaching to ID, she understands what it takes to make the leap.

Holly holds dual master’s degrees in Instructional Technology and Distance Education, and her expertise has shaped learning experiences at the University of Maryland and Touro University.

Recognized as one of the Top 35 eLearning Experts, Holly shares her expertise through the EdUp Learning and Development podcast and to her LinkedIn community of 40,000+ followers.

Take charge of your L&D career now
For $299,
you'll get
An insider perspective on the industry in 2025
Expert guidance on the best L&D career strategies
Tactical plans for using key tools and platforms
Two days of live, hands-on workshops via Zoom
Downloadable guides, templates, and checklists ready to use
All learning materials available until September 8th, 2025
Access to a private community of L&D professionals
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24 years
in the eLearning industry
600+
expert webinar sessions
34,800+
webinar attendees
360+
iSpring Academy alumni