Anca is an experienced Learning and OD professional, currently in charge of Career Development Programs as part of the Microsoft Employee Skilling Team. In her work, Anca supports leaders and teams to reimagine the way we connect, work and learn. Anca creates value by co-creating human-centered experiences and learning environments that enable knowledge flows and people growth.

Anca has previously led the Future of Work Global Practice for Citi Learning. Over her career, Anca has held various roles at Citi, such as Learning & Performance Advisor, Social Learning & Collaboration Expert, Community Builder, and 70-20-10 Change Maker.

Brian leads Microsoft’s global internal efforts to re-imagine career development through the power of skills and a pervasive learning culture. Career and skills development will be critical in helping Microsoft deliver on its mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

Previously, Brian was the Global Head of Learning & Enterprise Capabilities at AstraZeneca in a key moment in the company’s history as it sought to provide a global vaccine for COVID 19.

Brian Started his career at the global Bank, Citi, where he held a number of regional and global HR Director roles. From 2014 to 2019 he was the Head of Learning and Leadership Development for Citi in Europe, Middle East and Africa.