The Assembly

In this interview, Adam speaks with Toby Newman, Senior L&D consultant at CH Robinson.

Toby is an accomplished learning and development professional with 20+ years of expertise in designing and delivering high-impact learning programs. He’s passionate about promoting employee well-being and fostering a culture of continuous learning and is skilled at leveraging technology to help achieve this.

Toby is also a TEDx speaker and also works to mentor other L&D professionals to help them develop their own learning cultures. 

In this riveting episode, Adam and Toby speak about how to create a learning culture that works for your organisation. The importance of not copying anyone else's and giving employees the autonomy to lead their own learning journey. 

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What is The Assembly?

The Assembly: Where L&D Minds Assemble

The future of workplace learning doesn’t live in theory — it lives in lived experience, fresh research, and honest conversations.
That’s what The Assembly delivers.

Hosted by Adam Lacey, Co-Founder of Assemble You and digital learning veteran, and Brigid McCormack, a newcomer to the world of L&D, this is your go-to space for rich, real talk on what’s driving L&D forward.

In each episode, you’ll find:
Richer insights that go beyond surface-level tips to unpack what really works in learning today
Expert perspectives from leaders shaping the L&D landscape
Access to new research on tech, methods, and innovations defining tomorrow’s learning culture
Practical strategies you can use right now to build essential skills like leadership, communication, and adaptability

Whether you’re designing programs, shaping strategy, or driving culture change — if learning is your thing, this is your podcast.

Formally known as L&D Challenges.