Future Proof Your Workforce: The Human Skills AI Needs

Date: 2 Dec, 2026

Time: 7:30 AM

Duration: 2 Hours

Location: Swan London, Shakespeare's Globe

Host: Tom Bright Managing Director, The HR World

Sponsor: Udemy

Future Proof Your Workforce: The Human Skills AI Needs

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Without a doubt AI deployment within businesses is outpacing the skills people need to use it effectively. If this continues organisations will not simply run the risk of compromising value from the technology, there’s a chance that fear and confusion will result in AI being mis-handled, both by employees and by the wider organisation, with even more serious consequences.

This isn’t simply a frontline/administrative role issue. New ways of working are permeating the workplace, setting challenges for line managers and business leaders. Moreover, this challenge affects every sector - from technology to the public sector, from the media to FMCG. 

HR and L&D is in the prime position to address this mismatch and ensure their organisations integrate AI effectively into the workplace and workflows. Sponsored by Udemy and referencing findings from their comprehensive Global Skills Report 2026, this breakfast discussion is your chance to find out how to give your employees and the wider business the skills necessary to deliver in the current and future workplace.

This leading panel will:

  • Show why and how human/people skills must be developed alongside AI skills
  • Help you identify how roles are changing in your organisation and how to ensure you have the talent you need
  • Explore how to analyse AI requirements and design a learning resource which supports and moves AI use forward in your organisation 

Secure your place today, and ensure your organisation is ready for tomorrow.

Meet the Speakers:

Gráinne Wafer, Senior Director - Global Enablement, Coursera & Udemy

Gráinne Wafer leads Field Enablement at Coursera & Udemy and is an innovative learning leader with high tech industry expertise.  Her global experience in fast-paced, matrix organizations includes JP Morgan Chase Manhattan Bank, Hewlett Packard, Qualtrics, Emarsys, Litmos, Flip and SAP SuccessFactors.

Gráinne is a board member and brings a strategic approach to how she addresses challenges, solutions and engages with senior stakeholders.

She is an ICF certified coach with a passion for developing others, in particular, female early talent.  She has 15+ years experience leading and executing in adult learning theories and principles, specifically in sales and customer success. 

Before joining Udemy, Grainne spent time supporting global B2B SaaS strategy in growth stages for several European start-ups.  She has a Masters in Strategy, Innovation and Organisational Design.

Gráinne is an award Winning Learning Leader (ATD & Brandon Hall Gold Awards) and creates learning journeys, based on real customer scenarios with measurable business impact outcomes.


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Date: 2 Dec, 2026

Time: 7:30 AM

Duration: 2 Hours

Cost: FREE

Spaces: LIMITED

Location: Swan London, Shakespeare's Globe

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Tom Bright Managing Director, The HR World

Tom Bright is the Managing Director of The HR World, bringing over 20 years of experience in the HR industry. For the past decade, he has focused on Learning and Development, developing a strong passion for workforce development and helping organisations unlock the potential of their people. Through his work at The HR World, Tom is committed to bringing HR professionals together, encouraging meaningful conversations and sharing insights that help businesses build stronger, more skilled and future-ready workforces.


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