What happens when five promising learning startups take the virtual stage — each with just a few minutes to pitch their innovative approach?

Welcome to Startup Spotlight Live, a high-energy showcase inspired by Training magazine’s Startup Spotlight at the TechLearn 2026 Conference, where emerging companies introduced bold new approaches to developing people at work. And as you might imagine, these entrepreneurs are innovating using AI to power their L&D innovations.

Moderated by seasoned L&D tech entrepreneur, Vince Han, who will be joined by industry vets who will act as "sharks" (think: Shark Tank), you’ll get a rapid look at breakthrough solutions spanning AI-powered practice, leadership development, behavior-change platforms, frontline training, workflow-based coaching, and microlearning ecosystems.
Each startup will present its vision, demonstrate its approach, and answer live questions.

Expect fresh thinking. Practical ideas. And perhaps a few solutions you’ll wish you had discovered sooner.

You’ll walk away with:

• Early visibility into technologies redefining training and development
• New ideas for driving engagement, behavior change, and skill growth
• A sharper sense of where AI is creating real impact

Join us for a lively, expertly moderated experience that blends the energy of a startup showcase with the insight today’s learning leaders need.

Because the future of learning rarely announces itself — it starts here.

Vince Han is the founder and CEO of Mobile Coach and a frequent speaker at conferences such as Training Conference, DevLearn, Learning Solutions, Masie’s Learning Conference, ATD ICE, ATD Techknowledge and others. He holds an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.

Vince is an industry thought-leader for learning and learning technology with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and chatbot technology. Vince has founded several successful technology companies and resides in Utah.