LONDON – Jan. 29, 2025 – The Learning and Performance Institute (LPI) and Microsoft are announcing a strategic global partnership to advance innovation and excellence in learning and development. This collaboration marks a significant milestone, bringing together two leaders to influence and enhance professional development worldwide.
Edmund Monk, CEO of the LPI, commented, “This partnership with Microsoft represents a pivotal moment for the LPI. As a global technology leader, Microsoft shares our mission to drive forward the standards and effectiveness of workplace learning on a global scale.”
“Our partnership with the Learning and Performance Institute represents a unique opportunity to transform the landscape of learning and development and prepare a skilled workforce needed today and in the future. By combining our strengths, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions, including advancing proficiency in AI technologies, that enable individuals and organizations to reach their full potential.”, shared Todd Minor, Global Learning Leader in Worldwide Learning at Microsoft.
As part of this partnership, Microsoft will serve as the Headline Sponsor of the 29th Annual Learning Awards, taking place on 13 February 2025 in London. The Learning Awards celebrates excellence in the learning and development sector, highlighting achievements that set benchmarks for success. Microsoft will also sponsor LEARNING LIVE, scheduled for 17 – 18 September 2025, and is collaborating with the LPI on an exciting new event, with details to be announced soon.
This partnership extends beyond the events, encompassing strategic initiatives that will shape the future of professional learning and development globally.
For further updates on this exciting partnership, including details of upcoming projects and events that will continue to shape the future of learning.
For the latest announcements and to learn more about our collaboration, visit our website at www.thelpi.org
About Microsoft
Microsoft enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge by creating platforms and tools powered by AI to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. The technology company is committed to making AI available broadly and doing so responsibly, with a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
About The Learning and Performance Institute
Established in 1995, the LPI (Learning and Performance Institute) is a self-governing professional body for global workplace learning professionals and organisations.
With a comprehensive range of membership, certification, accreditation, events, awards, networks, and consulting, its mission is to promote the skills and professional status of individuals and organisations engaged in learning activities and to provide practical solutions for improving business performance through effective learning.
Its unique focus is on learning efficacy; the demonstrable impact of learning on individual and organisational performance.
