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Learning That Lasts: How to Make Training STICK
January 15, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce
19900 West Catawba Ave
Cornelius, NC 28031
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Training and development programs are only as impactful as the learning that sticks after the session ends. Too often, companies invest in training without clear expectations, instructors deliver content without meaningful engagement, and participants walk away with good intentions but little retention.
In this practical and energizing session, participants will explore what it takes to make training effective from three essential perspectives: the organization, the facilitator, and the learner. Lauren Ansley introduces a multi-pronged approach to training success, including the actionable STICK Framework - a tool designed to help learners absorb, apply, and retain what they’ve learned long after the session ends.
Attendees will walk away with practical strategies they can implement immediately and resources to keep learning alive.
Learning Objectives / Key Takeaways
- Identify common pitfalls and best practices for companies in setting up training for success—including how to communicate purpose, manage expectations, and boost participation.
- Understand how instructors and facilitators can make learning engaging, memorable, and relevant through storytelling, interaction, and reinforcement techniques.
- Apply the STICK Framework to encourage personal ownership of learning and maximize individual retention and application.
- Gain access to downloadable resources and a practical checklist that supports lasting learning beyond the classroom.
Speaker: LAUREN ANSLEY
Lauren Ansley brings a dynamic and engaging approach to her
role as Program Director at UNC Charlotte’s Corporate Training
and Executive Education. She is passionate about connecting
ideas and audiences, helping individuals and organizations
strengthen their communication, leadership, and professional
skills.
Before joining UNC Charlotte, Lauren founded and led a
corporate entertainment company, specializing in audience
engagement, connection, humor, and presentation skills
development. Her professional career spans roles in marketing
and sales, event management, and workforce development
across a range of industries.
Lauren is committed to making training fun, interactive and
memorable. She earned her B.S. in Business Administration
with a concentration in Marketing from Winthrop University and
has called Charlotte home for more than 15 years.
Tickets
$0.00 Member Registration - LakeNormanHR: Full
$0.00 Member Registration - LakeNormanHR: FLEX
$20.00 Member Registration - LakeNormanHR: BASIC
$40.00 Non-Member Registration
$40.00 Guest Ticket
$0.00 Member Registration
$40.00 Guest Ticket (Non-Member)
