Building Scalable Technical Training Programs - with Eric McArdle and Miguel Ángel Sánchez Moreno

In this episode of EdTalks, host Inna Horvath explores the world of technical training and enablement with two incredible guests both from Cisco:

✨ Eric McArdle – A seasoned L&D leader with over a decade of experience creating accessible learning strategies and managing high-performing training teams.

✨ Miguel Ángel Sánchez Moreno – Technical Enablement Lead, leading global learning initiatives with a focus on innovation, instructional design, and preparing teams for the future.

Connect with us:

Inna Horvath

Eric McArdleMiguel Ángel Sánchez Moreno

What You’ll Learn:

🔹 Strategies for designing scalable training programs for both new hires and seasoned employees

🔹 How to build and nurture SME ecosystems to enhance learning programs

🔹 Customizing technical enablement for roles across teams, from developers to sales engineers

🔹 Preparing teams for future technologies like AI, cybersecurity, and more

Timecodes:

00:00 – Intro

04:00 – Rapid Fire Questions

15:00 – Technical Enablement: SME Expertise vs. Transitioning from a Tech Background

19:00 – Creating and Nurturing an Ecosystem of SMEs

25:00 – Customizing Enablement for Cross-Functional Teams

32:00 – Staying Ahead of the Curve: Preparing Teams for Future Technologies

Whether you’re an L&D professional, a technical trainer, or simply curious about effective enablement strategies, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss!

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