Episode 9

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4th Nov 2020

Karl Mehta (Edcast) - Knowledge Clouds and the Future of Learning

This week’s guest is Karl Mehta, CEO of Edcast, one of the hottest companies in learning technology. Karl is an innovative thinker who left his role as a venture capitalist to build Edcast, which has been widely hailed as the top learning platform on the market (as you will hear, Karl and the team believe Edcast is a “knowledge cloud”, not necessarily an LXP).

This interview was a lot of fun and covers a wide range of important learning industry trends. (My personal favorite is the section about how data can predict which of your employees is most likely to leave next 😊)

 We discuss:

  • The pros and cons of moving Edcast’s Future of Work conference online
  • The official Edcast origin story
  • The importance of consumer grade technology in the workplace
  • An deep dive on Edcast as a “Knowledge Cloud”
  • The evolving role of L&D given the prominence of AI recommendation engines
  • The power of data and its role in the future of learning
  • Karl’s seat at the table of the World Economic Forum
  • Advice for any company looking to begin their digital transformation

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To get in touch with me, Simon Behan, reach out on LinkedIn or email me at simon.behan@sureskills.com

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Simon Behan

Learning is the thread that runs through my personal and professional passions. I believe continuous learning and growth is the key to a fulfilling and rewarding life.

As a Learning and Content Specialist at SureSkills, I work with the teams across our entire business (from digital content development to competency-based learning to learning technology support) to make sure our services are meeting our clients where they are. That means staying on top of current trends in the industry, building relationships with leaders who experience these trends on a daily basis, and continuing to learn and grow myself.

As the host of the SureSkills Learn to Grow Podcast, I interview leaders in learning about their experience first-hand helping people and organizations reach their potential. We discuss top trends including learning technology, the role of learning cultures, and the foundations of a successful learning experience.