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Kelsey Kates

Global Head of Learning Experiences, Faculty Enablement and Marketing at Google (182k+ employees)

I'm a marketer turned analyst now in the corporate learning and development space. I have a passion for reimagining great learning and education—one that's equally playful as it is effective.

I've designed and delivered multiple award-winning learning programs, led large global teams, and had double-digit ROI on new learning strategies, but what I am most proud of is that I am not the leader or human I was 10 years ago. I have learned and am continuing to learn about how to balance getting results with doing the right thing—always with a focus on the human elements of work while leveraging the best of technology.

Today, I have the privilege of looking after a global team at Google responsible for the activation and delivery of thousands of facilitated learning experiences within the Global Business Organization at Google.

I also moonlight as change maker around making adulting and work more playful and yep still productive. Sometimes, this is speaking at events, doing workshops at companies or publishing research on the power of being playful. If I have intrigued you, feel free to check out KelseyKates.com to explore more.

10:00 - 10:30 am GMT

Friday 21 March 2025

“Fostering a Culture of Learning”

In this interactive talk, Kelsey will explore 4 ideas rooted in neuro and behavioral science to grow a culture of learning and share examples of how Google has brought these to life.