Events

Learnovate organise a range of events every year focusing on the future of work and learning including exclusive member events. webinars, regional events and our annual Global Learning Summit Learnovation.

We also support edtech events around the world such as ATD in Washington and AIBotics@ATXSG in Singapore.

Read what our event attendees are saying about our events below.

Featured Upcoming Events

  • July 23, 2026
  • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Webinar

Link & Learn webinar – Working with the Wave: How Organisations Can Thrive in an AI-Transformed World of Work

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Join our next Link & Learn webinar featuring a keynote from Kathryn Kearney, founder of Evergreen EdTech Consulting, exploring how organisations can build the skills, cultures, and capabilities needed to thrive in an AI-enabled world. The session will be followed by a panel discussion on leadership, workforce transformation, and how organisations can empower people to succeed alongside AI.

  • September 10, 2026
  • 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Virtual

Responsible AI in Learning (RAIL)

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We are excited to share that the Responsible AI for Learning (RAIL) Community of Practice kicked off its first virtual meeting on 24 February 2026. Learnovate will continue to lead and support the RAIL community throughout 2026, with Jonathan Dempsey serving as Chair. This community offers a space to explore emerging trends, exchange insights, and collaborate on responsible AI practices in learning — and we are already looking forward to the next session on 10 September 2026.

  • September 17, 2026
  • 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Virtual

Thought Leaders Circle Copy

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Learnovate Patron Members, alongside the Learnovate team and Academic Director, help shape and support the Centre’s work by informing and validating the research vision, contributing to Research Working Groups, and sharing insight into global macro trends. As Learnovate Advocates, they champion the Centre and extend its influence and reach.

  • October 8, 2026
  • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Aviva Stadium

Learnovation 2026

Member content

Learnovate’s award-winning Global Learning Summit and Ireland’s premier global learning conference. Bringing together educators, learning professionals, innovators, industry leaders, researchers, and EdTech experts to explore the future of learning.

  • December 2, 2026
  • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Networking Reception

OEB RECEPTION

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Learnovate and Enterprise Ireland are partnering to host an exclusive evening reception during OEB 2026. The event will bring together the Irish EdTech community for networking, followed by a panel discussion exploring what Irish EdTech companies need to know to successfully enter the German market.

Featured Past Events

  • July 9, 2026
  • 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Member Get Together

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Our Member Get Togethers are friendly, informal sessions designed to bring the Learnovate community together. These gatherings give members the opportunity to connect with peers, share perspectives, and hear the latest updates from across the Learnovate network.

  • May 21, 2026
  • 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Virtual

Thought Leaders Circle

Member content

Learnovate Patron Members, alongside the Learnovate team and Academic Director, help shape and support the Centre’s work by informing and validating the research vision, contributing to Research Working Groups, and sharing insight into global macro trends. As Learnovate Advocates, they champion the Centre and extend its influence and reach.

  • April 30, 2026
  • 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
  • Networking Brunch

Networking Brunch at Learning Technologies 2026

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Learnovate is delighted to invite you to join us for another annual Networking Brunch in London during Learning Technologies 2026.

  • April 16, 2026
  • 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
  • Trinity Innovation Hub, D02HR22

Enterprise Ireland & Learnovate Edtech Masterclass Series 2026 – Masterclass 2

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The Enterprise Ireland and Learnovate Centre EdTech Masterclass Series brings together experts from industry, research, and global markets to help organisations navigate growth, strengthen innovation, and scale in a rapidly evolving EdTech landscape.

  • March 26, 2026
  • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Webinar

Link & Learn webinar – Agentic AI in Learning: Does It Support Autonomy in the Classroom and Workplace?

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Join us for an immersive Link & Learn webinar exploring how agentic AI can support learner autonomy in both the classroom and the workplace. The session will focus on ways to strengthen students’ sense of autonomy and ownership of their learning, particularly in longer-term project work, while also drawing parallels to how these approaches translate to corporate learning environments.

  • March 24, 2026
  • 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Trinity Innovation Hub, Trinity East Campus

TD3C Empowering Teachers to Create Digital Content

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We are delighted to invite educators to a special professional development event: Empowering Teachers to Create Digital Content. Delivered as part of the TD3C Erasmus+ project, this event brings together partners from Ireland, Italy, Finland, and Portugal to support teachers in developing the essential skills needed for effective and engaging digital content creation.

  • March 5, 2026
  • 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
  • Trinity Innovation Hub, Trinity East Campus

Enterprise Ireland & Learnovate Edtech Masterclass Series 2026

Member content

Enterprise Ireland and Learnovate are excited to announce the 2026 EdTech Masterclass Series—a two-part programme designed to help organisations navigate rapid technological change and transform AI insights into innovation-ready action. Across two connected sessions, participants will explore how technology, AI, and market shifts are reshaping learning and talent, leaving with practical priorities and a roadmap for growth.

  • February 26, 2026
  • 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
  • Virtual

Thought Leaders Circle

Member content

Learnovate Patron Members, alongside the Learnovate team and Academic Director, help shape and support the Centre’s work by informing and validating the research vision, contributing to Research Working Groups, and sharing insight into global macro trends. As Learnovate Advocates, they champion the Centre and extend its influence and reach.

July 2026

Thu 23 July
  • Member content
  • Webinar
  • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Link & Learn webinar – Working with the Wave: How Organisations Can Thrive in an AI-Transformed World of Work

Join our next Link & Learn webinar featuring a keynote from Kathryn Kearney, founder of Evergreen EdTech Consulting, exploring how organisations can build the skills, cultures, and capabilities needed to thrive in an AI-enabled world. The session will be followed by a panel discussion on leadership, workforce transformation, and how organisations can empower people to succeed alongside AI.

September 2026

Thu 10 September
  • Member content
  • Virtual
  • 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Responsible AI in Learning (RAIL)

We are excited to share that the Responsible AI for Learning (RAIL) Community of Practice kicked off its first virtual meeting on 24 February 2026. Learnovate will continue to lead and support the RAIL community throughout 2026, with Jonathan Dempsey serving as Chair. This community offers a space to explore emerging trends, exchange insights, and collaborate on responsible AI practices in learning — and we are already looking forward to the next session on 10 September 2026.
Thu 17 September
  • Member content
  • Virtual
  • 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Thought Leaders Circle Copy

Learnovate Patron Members, alongside the Learnovate team and Academic Director, help shape and support the Centre’s work by informing and validating the research vision, contributing to Research Working Groups, and sharing insight into global macro trends. As Learnovate Advocates, they champion the Centre and extend its influence and reach.

October 2026

Wed 7 October
  • Member content
  • TBC
  • 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Learnovate Patron Member Dinner

The Learnovate Patron Member dinner is an exclusive annual event for Patron Members and key stakeholders. This event reinforces valuable connections within our community and is hugely popular every year. Invite only.
Thu 8 October
  • Member content
  • Aviva Stadium
  • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Learnovation 2026

Learnovate’s award-winning Global Learning Summit and Ireland’s premier global learning conference. Bringing together educators, learning professionals, innovators, industry leaders, researchers, and EdTech experts to explore the future of learning.

December 2026

Wed 2 December
  • Member content
  • Networking Reception
  • 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

OEB RECEPTION

Learnovate and Enterprise Ireland are partnering to host an exclusive evening reception during OEB 2026. The event will bring together the Irish EdTech community for networking, followed by a panel discussion exploring what Irish EdTech companies need to know to successfully enter the German market.

What our attendees say

Incredible to connect with a community of professionals who share a passion for transforming organisations into learning cultures embracing the potential of AI while celebrating the irreplaceable value of human skills like empathy, creativity, and connection. I found my tribe!

Event attendee

At the event, I got the chance to meet other like-minded people in the tech sector with an absolute breadth of experience. I look forward to attending many more events and staying involved!

Event attendee

It’s not just about the speakers – it’s about the quality of the conversations in between. The exchanges, the shared challenges, the different perspectives around AI and learning. That’s where collaboration happens and where innovation starts to take shape.

Event attendee

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