DECEMBER 2025HR TECH OUTLOOK8Joshua Long, Director of Learning & Development, Bell Partners IncByJoshua Long brings broad experience in leadership training, instructional design and facilitation to help individuals and organizations reach their potential. He blends assessment-driven insights with creative learning strategies to foster growth and resilience. Through data, collaboration and mentoring, he designs initiatives that encourage curiosity, strengthen communication and equip professionals to thrive in changing environments.The Learning PivotLearning and development leadership wasn't in my plan, but it became my journey. My career began in sales and operations, where I thrived on solving problems and working directly with customers. Yet I soon discovered that what energized me most was not simply closing a deal or improving a process, but helping colleagues master the skills to do it themselves. That realization pulled me toward on-the-job training. I started by guiding new hires and coaching peers, which led to opportunities in live facilitation and virtual classrooms. Over time, I moved fully into learning and development, taking on instructional design, LMS management, BALANCING AI AND EMPATHY IN LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENTIn My OpinionJoshua Long
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