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  <title>28. Maturing the L&amp;amp;D Function with David James</title>
  <description>Imagine a world where L&amp;amp;amp;D is a driving force behind business transformation, not just a provider of training. In this episode, David James, former Disney L&amp;amp;amp;D leader and current CLO of 360Learning shares why realizing this vision requires L&amp;amp;amp;D to mature beyond reactive and even proactive operational models. He introduces a new L&amp;amp;amp;D maturity model that lays out a clear roadmap for that shift and explains why this evolution is more urgent than ever. This conversation offers both inspiration and a practical starting point for what’s next. &amp;amp;nbsp; Jess and David discuss  The need for L&amp;amp;amp;D to mature beyond providing learning.&amp;amp;nbsp; How most of the L&amp;amp;amp;D profession is operating at a low level of maturity, stuck in reactive and proactive models.&amp;amp;nbsp; Why shifting stakeholder expectations and organizational mindsets is essential for maturing the L&amp;amp;amp;D function. An overview of the 5 levels of a new L&amp;amp;amp;D maturity model: Reactive, Proactive, Impacting, Strategic, and Transformative. Using this maturity model as both a vision and roadmap for the future.&amp;amp;nbsp; The potential a maturedL&amp;amp;amp;D function has to close a $6.5 trillion skills gap.  &amp;amp;nbsp; About David James David James&amp;amp;nbsp;is the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning and a highly respected voice in the Learning &amp;amp;amp; Development industry. With a focus on harnessing technology to drive impactful learning strategies, David is recognised as one of the top 10 global influencers in the L&amp;amp;amp;D space. His expertise lies in helping organisations modernise their approach to workplace learning, ensuring measurable results and business alignment. David is also the host of  The Learning &amp;amp;amp; Development Podcast, which has amassed over 500,000 downloads and ranks in the top 1% of podcasts globally. With nearly 30,000 LinkedIn followers, he continues to shape the conversation around L&amp;amp;amp;D innovation and best practices, drawing on his deep experience, including his time as Director of Learning, Talent &amp;amp;amp; Organisational Development at The Walt Disney Company. &amp;amp;nbsp; Find and connect with David James  Podcast:  The Learning &amp;amp;amp; Development Podcast LinkedIn Website Take the L&amp;amp;amp;D Maturity Model Assessment  &amp;amp;nbsp; Find and connect with Jess Almlie  LinkedIn Website: www.jessalmlie.com L&amp;amp;amp;D Must Change Newsletter Sign-Up  &amp;amp;nbsp; Coming soon! Jess's book, L&amp;amp;amp;D Order Taker No More! Become a Strategic Business Partner&amp;amp;nbsp;will be published by ATD Press later on September 2. To be the first to get behind-the-scenes updates, early sneak peeks, and join the virtual launch party, join Jess's email list! You'll get the L&amp;amp;amp;D Must Change newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly as well as special updates on the book when available. Click here to join!&amp;amp;nbsp; </description>
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