BCG U (Boston Consulting Group Upskilling) is not only building learning solutions to help clients drive transformation with generative AI, they are living it. Through their internal “GenAI in Practice” program, BCGU has equipped their own learning designers and learning program managers to integrate AI into workflows, design for ROI, and rethink how learning experiences drive business value. This inside-out approach ensures that what they bring to clients is grounded in real application and measurable results. 

In this webinar, BCG U and NovoEd will share the story of how internal experimentation informs external innovation, and how NovoEd’s talent development learning platform provides the backbone for this work. The session will begin with a presentation of BCGU’s internal course, followed by an interactive panel discussion with leaders from BCG U and NovoEd. Together, they’ll explore how combining applied practice, scalable design, and the right technology leads to meaningful impact for employees, clients, and organizations as a whole.

Farnaz designed and built the first version of the NovoEd platform in 2012 at Stanford’s Social Algorithms Lab. The project was part of her PhD thesis on collaborative learning at scale, and her research focused on incentives and motivators in online learning environments. She is passionate about building the next generation of effective, engaging online learning experiences at scale. Farnaz holds a B.S. in computer science from Sharif University of Technology and an M.S. and Ph.D in management science and engineering; information science and technology from Stanford University.

Richard has more than 25 years of experience in educational technology with institutional background ranging from universities, to startups, to industry leading companies. Before joining NovoEd, he led marketing teams at fast-growing, innovative companies including Blackboard and Echo360. He has a passion for education and has dedicated his career to enabling better learning through technology. Richard has a B.A. and an M.A. in English from the University of Connecticut.

Dr. Laura Dermody is a seasoned digital transformation and capability-building leader focused on driving learning innovation at scale. As Director of Platform & Solutions at Boston Consulting Group, she leads the firm’s global upskilling platform strategy, designing AI-powered learning solutions that enable organizational transformation. With prior leadership roles at Anthology, 2U, and Pearson, she brings deep expertise in digital learning strategy, product innovation, and operational excellence. Dr. Dermody holds a Ph.D. in Human Development from The Ohio State University.

Selin specializes in AI upskilling and designing learning solutions with measurable impact for global organizations. With over seven years of experience in learning design and capability building, she is creating programs that enable employees to adopt emerging technologies and drive real business transformation. Selin is passionate about advancing how people learn and work in the age of AI.