A cosmic conversation about the advantages of communities of practice

2nd July 2024
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Drew Pontikis's profile
Drew Pontikis

Head of Social Learning

Kulas Angeles's profile
Kulas Angeles

Director, Software Quality Engineering

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Talk Description

During this cosmic conversation, Drew and Kulas delve into the concept of Communities of Practice (CoPs) and its significance in fostering collaborative learning and professional development. 

together, they explain how CoPs enable individuals to share knowledge, enhance skills and drive innovation within organisations. 

The discussion highlights practical examples and strategies for successfully implementing CoPs to create a supportive and engaging environment for continuous improvement. 

By the end of this session, you'll be able to:

  • Explore real-world examples and case studies that illustrate the successful application of CoPs
  • Learn about the key benefits of participating in CoPs and acquire strategies for effectively implementing and maintaining these communities within an organisation
  • Understand what Communities of Practice are and their role in enhancing collaborative learning and professional development
Head of Social Learning
He/Him
My name is Drew, and I help communities succeed. I currently work in Manchester for PwC as Head of Social Learning, and lead our Communities of Practice Enablement team
Director, Software Quality Engineering
He/His/Him
Kulas, or Mark Nicholas, is a Director, Software Quality Engineering with Sun Life Financial. A seasoned engineering leader with 17+ years of experience in IT mostly in quality engineering and DevOps.
Head of Social Learning
He/Him
My name is Drew, and I help communities succeed. I currently work in Manchester for PwC as Head of Social Learning, and lead our Communities of Practice Enablement team
Director, Software Quality Engineering
He/His/Him
Kulas, or Mark Nicholas, is a Director, Software Quality Engineering with Sun Life Financial. A seasoned engineering leader with 17+ years of experience in IT mostly in quality engineering and DevOps.
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