Global Learning: Learning Beyond Borders

Tuesday, October 09, 2012 - by Lorrie Lykins, Michael Killingsworth, Laurie Miller
Sponsored By: International Coach Federation

Research webcast on the latest research report, The Global Workplace: Learning Beyond Borders sponsored by the International Coach Federation (ICF). Hear about the latest ASTD/i4cp research during this webcast presented by the report's author, Lorrie Lykins, Managing Editor and Director of Research Services at i4cp. Joining Lorrie to share his personal experience with developing a global learning program will be the Vice President of Learning & Organizational Effectiveness at Upstream Americas Royal Dutch Shell, Michael Killingsworth. As business becomes increasingly global, organizations are facing the challenge of training a workforce dispersed around the world. The research of this report is based on input from 637 respondents, half of whom reported that their organizations are currently offering global learning or planning to do so within three years.

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Authored By

  • Lorrie Lykins
    Lorrie Lykins is i4cp’s managing editor and director of research services. She has worked in the field of human capital research since 2002, beginning with i4cp’s predecessor, the Human Resource Institute, and has published numerous articles, editorials and whitepapers on topics ranging from corporate volunteerism to contingent workers, and talent management. She is a contributing author to The ASTD Leadership Handbook (2010), and her work has been featured in the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. Lorrie is an adjunct professor in the adult education program at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida. Contact information: (727) 345-2226 or lorrie.lykins@i4cp.com.
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    Michael Killingsworth

    Michael’s entire career has been in Education and Learning, primarily in HR. His current role is Vice President of Learning & Organizational Effectiveness for Upstream Americas with Royal Dutch Shell. Previous roles include VP Learning & OE Upstream International, VP HR Learning & Development for Gas & Power, and the Global Head of Design & Development in Shell Learning and Shell International Exploration & Production. Previously based in The Hague, The Netherlands, he is now in Houston, Texas, USA.

    Prior to joining Shell in February 2002, Michael’s experience spreads from Directorship within HR to a variety of Training Managerial positions. He worked with AMR Corporation/parent of American Airlines & American Eagle for 14 years. While at AMR, he served as the Director of the World Language Academy with programs in Thailand, Turkey, Turkmenistan, and the USA. Michael is a past Board Member and current member of I.A.L. (International Alliance for Learning), member of ASTD (American Society of Training and Development) and member/Board Member of I4CP (Institute for Corporate Productivity).

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    Laurie Miller
    Laurie Miller is the director of ASTD research services. In that capacity, she serves as ASTD’s senior research program strategist and designer. She provides oversight and direction for all of ASTD’s internal and external, industry specific, and market research services.