SDI Partner Forum
Connect with fellow SDI partners, exchange ideas, and discover practical strategies to grow your business and create even greater value for your clients.
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS
Join us in Milton Keynes for a day of learning, sharing, and connecting—to sharpen your facilitation skills while enjoying great company.
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Thursday, 8 October 2026
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. BST
Unity Place
200 Grafton Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 1UP, United Kingdom
Includes
- A full day of learning, networking, and collaboration with your peers
- Small group discussions and activities
- Lunch, snacks, and refreshments
- Crucial Learning swag and attendee gifts
Agenda
Your Hosts
Cassie Hard, Partner Success Manager
Cassie Hard is a results-driven partner success manager committed to helping clients achieve their goals through strategic problem-solving and strong relationship-building. With a passion for collaboration and a proactive approach, she empowers partners to drive meaningful impact and long-term success.
Lisa Graham, Enterprise Client Partner UK and EMEA
Lisa Graham is a seasoned sales leader with over 30 years of experience in sales management. Her expertise in sales and training cycles has enabled her to build strong relationships with clients in over 36 countries, developing talent strategies to help them achieve their goals.
Steve Wood, Master Trainer
Steve Wood is a keynote speaker, facilitator, and practitioner with more than 30 years of experience leading and training teams. A skilled communicator and former senior L&D and HR manager, Steve has extensive experience in developing and facilitating training to improve leadership, team dynamics, conflict management, and personal development.
Shawn Wilhelm, Senior Channel Marketing Manager
For nearly a decade, Shawn has worked in the employee assessment industry as a content and demand generation marketer. During this time, he has worked with thought leaders, sales and product teams to develop content and delivery strategies to help organizations understand the benefits of employee assessments across the talent lifecycle.
FAQs
What is the dress code?
We recommend business casual attire.
Where can I park and are there public transit options?
Getting to Unity Place is easy with excellent transportation links by train, bus, and car.
Public parking is available on the City Side facing V6 Grafton Gate, provided by Milton Keynes Council. Charges do apply, so please check the signage for full details.
If traveling by train, Unity Place is conveniently located opposite Milton Keynes Central Station, just a five-minute walk. There is frequent service from London, Birmingham, and Manchester.
To see all the transportation options, please visit the Unity Place website to learn more.
Who do I contact for any last-minute questions?
Please contact Shawn Wilhelm with any questions. You can email him at shawn.wilhelm@cruciallearning.com.
Will I get to order whatever I want for lunch?
No, we will be offering a two-course buffet from a pre-selected menu. If you have specific food allergies or restrictions, please note it in your registration, or if you’ve already registered you can email it to shawn.wilhelm@cruciallearning.com. Prior to the event, we will let the venue know about any dietary needs and they will provide alternatives to accommodate your dietary needs.
Will alcoholic beverages be available?
No, this is an alcohol-free event.
What do I need to bring with me?
Please bring a laptop or tablet with you, as we’ll use the SDI Platform throughout the event. Each attendee will receive a notebook and pen for taking notes.
Can I get continuing education (CE) credits for attending?
No, we aren’t offering continuing education credits for this event.