From Martial Arts to L&D with Ash Wedderburn (GB Railfreight)

In this fascinating interview, Adam speaks with Ash Wedderburn, the Learning & Development Manager at GB Railfreight. Ash leads on all things training, learning and development. Previously at Showsec and before that at G4S, Ash has a background in identifying learning needs and developing, launching and managing complex learning initiatives in a variety of organisational environments.In this episode, Adam and Ash discuss:The benefits of a centralised L&D function for GB Railfreight Commercialising L&D for ROIDelving into understanding the link between what employees want to learn and how this matches with the organisations strategic objectives. How the importance of speaking to those who will be doing the training cannot be underestimated. The fact that L&D practitioners will need to do multiple iterations of their plans before getting to something that will benefit the organisation and the employee. The important questions you need to ask when designing a piece of L&D. Connect with Ash on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashendenwedderburn/

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The L&D Challenges Podcast: Elevate Your Learning Strategy, Empower Your Teams Are you leading Learning and Development in your organisation and facing challenges like evolving skill demands, driving engagement in a hybrid workforce, or measuring the impact of your programs? The L&D Challenges Podcast is here to help. In each episode, we take you "under the hood" to explore what L&D practitioners are doing right now. Hear directly from industry leaders, innovative practitioners, and experts as they share real-world insights and practical solutions to the most pressing issues in the field. Learn what’s working, what’s not, and how to apply these lessons in your own organisation. From scaling training programs to fostering a culture of continuous learning, we deliver actionable strategies that empower your teams, enhance your leadership capabilities, and keep you ahead in today’s fast-paced business environment. Whether you’re an L&D manager, business partner, or director, this podcast is your guide to building agile, impactful learning experiences that drive results.