2025 International Conference of Action Learning Brazil Edition
The event that will transform how you lead, build high-performing teams, and foster safe, collaborative corporate environments
November 7–8 | São Paulo – Blue Tree Transatlântico
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We are experiencing a silent collapse in corporations…
Burnout, overload, disconnection, and a surge in sick leaves. Between 2023 and 2024 alone, the number of mental health-related leaves increased by 68%.
Meanwhile, leaders are under pressure to deliver results in increasingly unstable environments — without practical tools to support their teams’ emotional well-being.
Do you feel this happening in your daily work life?
What if you could:
Create safe, collaborative, and high-performing environments
Bring a proven method into your organization or consulting practice
Elevate your authority with a globally recognized and transformative approach
Connect with those who also believe mental health is a business strategy
This conference is for you if you:
Are tired of superficial solutions for complex problems
Want to lead with more purpose, psychological safety, and real results
Aspire to stand out in a competitive market with a high-impact differentiator
This is the essence of Action Learning.
A powerful tool used in over 70 countries, combining real-time learning with real-world problem solving — in small, high-impact groups. The result? More connection. More clarity. More transformation.
The WIAL 2025 Conference is not just an event. It’s an invitation to collective action and the co-creation of a new future of work — one with greater meaning, deeper connection, and positive impact. A perfect opportunity for leaders who want to build resilient, healthy teams; for consultants and coaches looking to deliver greater value to their clients; and for HR and People & Culture professionals seeking practical, human-centered solutions to today’s challenges.
November 7–8
Blue Tree Transatlântico
Av. Cecília Lottenberg, 130 - Chácara Santo Antônio, São Paulo - SP
Subject to change
Where?
In São Paulo — the vibrant heart of Brazil’s corporate world, where leaders, consultants, and HR professionals face the challenge of turning exhaustion into energy, crisis into opportunity, and workplaces into human, high-performing environments.
Why be here?
Because this is where you’ll find practical solutions, strategic connections, and the inspiration to lead with real impact. Join us in São Paulo for the WIAL Global Conference Brazil and turn challenges into results:
More mental health, more engagement, more innovation.
Meet the experts who will be at the conference with simultaneous translation
Michael Marquardt
Dr. Michael Marquardt is one of the world’s leading authorities on Action Learning, leadership, and organizational development. A Professor Emeritus at George Washington University, Marquardt is the author of over 25 books and 100 articles on leadership, learning, and organizational transformation. He served as President of the World Institute for Action Learning (WIAL), where he led the global dissemination of the Action Learning method as a powerful tool for developing leaders and driving innovative solutions. With experience in more than 80 countries, Michael Marquardt is recognized for his work in harnessing the power of questions, collaboration, and continuous learning to transform people and organizations around the world.
Lala Deheinzelin
Futurist and creator of 4D Fluxonomy. A global reference in New Economies.
Lala Deheinzelin is a futurist, expert in New Economies, and an international thought leader in desirable futures, sustainability, and collaborative innovation. She is the founder of the Crie Futuros (Create Futures) movement and the 4D Fluxonomy methodology.
Lala speaks at global conferences on creative economy, sustainable development, and organizational transformation. With over three decades of experience, she served as a Creative Economy consultant for Latin America and Africa with the UNDP/United Nations Development Programme.
Renowned for her ability to translate complex trends into collaborative, actionable practices, Lala inspires organizations to build more prosperous, regenerative futures centered on care for people and the planet.
Dr. Debra Clary
Award-winning speaker, author, and leadership strategist with over 30 years of experience in Fortune 50 companies, including Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, and Humana. Dr. Debra Clary is the founder of The Clary Group, where she helps leaders harness curiosity to drive innovation and sustainable results. A former leader at the Humana Leadership Institute, she is an expert in building high-performing teams. Her upcoming book, The Curiosity Curve (2025), introduces a groundbreaking leadership model designed to fuel transformation through curiosity. Holding a doctorate from George Washington University, Debra has spoken at over 200 events worldwide, including TEDx, and is recognized for her ability to inspire leaders toward purposeful, people-centered impact.
Dr. Bea Carson
Author, speaker, and Action Learning expert with extensive experience teaching the methodology across all organizational levels. Dr. Bea Carson is a consultant in leadership development, problem solving, and strategic planning. She has worked with public and private organizations—both local and international—including highly technical environments. A co-founder and former president of the World Institute for Action Learning (WIAL), she is currently the president of Carson Consultants. She also serves in Rotary International as Assistant Governor and Public Image Chair for the Mid-Atlantic RLI. Dr. Carson is known for her ability to empower leaders through the practical application of Action Learning to foster innovation and measurable results.
Renata Aranega
Clinical psychologist and specialist in organizational mental health, with extensive experience in managing emotional and relational well-being in corporate teams. Renata Aranega stands out in the field of developing resilient leadership and strengthening emotional health in workplace relationships. She believes in the power of group dynamics and active listening as transformative tools for both personal and collective growth within organizations. With a sharp focus on managing stress, conflict, and emotional trauma, Renata has helped numerous companies integrate sustainable emotional care practices into their cultures. She also leads talks and workshops on the importance of mental health in the corporate context — and how it can be a key driver of both productivity and innovation.
Michele Crevelaro
Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in workplace mental health and organizational well-being. Michele works as a consultant and speaker for companies and institutions, promoting healthier and more resilient environments. An expert in group dynamics, she strengthens communication and emotional support within teams. A strong advocate for psychological care in organizations, she is also an author of articles on mental health and performance. Michele conducts training sessions on emotional intelligence and empathetic leadership. She is the co-founder of Eight – Dialogues that Transform.
Hans van Buijten
Executive coach and co-founder of Connected Action Learning, with extensive experience in the financial sector, having worked for 26 years at institutions such as ING Bank and Fortis Bank. His career includes roles as a trader, broker, and commercial director. Hans is an expert in leadership and team development through Action Learning, certified as a coach by WIAL and an official instructor of the methodology. His work integrates coaching, therapy, and practical learning, focusing on mental clarity, communication, and emotional intelligence. He also employs Rapid Resolution Therapy® (RRT) to help leaders overcome emotional blocks. Hans offers both in-person and online sessions, supporting professionals in developing more authentic and effective leadership.
Mark Relova
Global Executive Director of WIAL, with nearly two decades of international experience in Training, Leadership, and Organizational Development. Mark holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and has been a certified Action Learning coach since 2014. He earned a master’s degree in Communication and graduated with honors from the University of the Philippines. He is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, an international master trainer, and a certified coach in neuroscience-based methodologies. Mark also facilitates leadership programs for DDI and Franklin Covey and is an expert in the Enneagram. Recognized as a distinguished alumnus, he holds executive certifications and training from institutions such as Penn State, NUS, and the Asian Institute of Management.
Isabel Armani
Specialist in the Future of Work, Organizational Design, and Digital Transformation. Founder of Thérèse Organizational Development, she is one of Latin America’s leading experts in reinventing corporate structures for the 21st century. With over 20 years of experience in multinational companies such as GM, Nestlé, and Philips, Isabel works as a strategic consultant, speaker, and educator on topics including skills-based organizations, digital culture, and adaptive leadership. She holds degrees in Education, Business Administration (USP), and Strategic Design (IED), and has participated in programs at institutions such as MIT, Stanford, and Singularity University. Isabel is recognized for fostering collaborative ecosystems and “open talent” practices, partnering with companies and governments on organizational transformation processes.
Meet the experts who will be at the conference
with simultaneous translation
Michael Marquardt
Dr. Michael Marquardt is one of the world’s leading authorities on Action Learning, leadership, and organizational development. A Professor Emeritus at George Washington University, Marquardt is the author of over 25 books and 100 articles on leadership, learning, and organizational transformation. He served as President of the World Institute for Action Learning (WIAL), where he led the global dissemination of the Action Learning method as a powerful tool for developing leaders and driving innovative solutions. With experience in more than 80 countries, Michael Marquardt is recognized for his work in harnessing the power of questions, collaboration, and continuous learning to transform people and organizations around the world.
Lala Deheinzelin
Futurist and creator of 4D Fluxonomy. A global reference in New Economies.
Lala Deheinzelin is a futurist, expert in New Economies, and an international thought leader in desirable futures, sustainability, and collaborative innovation. She is the founder of the Crie Futuros (Create Futures) movement and the 4D Fluxonomy methodology.
Lala speaks at global conferences on creative economy, sustainable development, and organizational transformation. With over three decades of experience, she served as a Creative Economy consultant for Latin America and Africa with the UNDP/United Nations Development Programme.
Renowned for her ability to translate complex trends into collaborative, actionable practices, Lala inspires organizations to build more prosperous, regenerative futures centered on care for people and the planet.
Dr. Debra Clary
Award-winning speaker, author, and leadership strategist with over 30 years of experience in Fortune 50 companies, including Frito-Lay, Coca-Cola, and Humana. Dr. Debra Clary is the founder of The Clary Group, where she helps leaders harness curiosity to drive innovation and sustainable results. A former leader at the Humana Leadership Institute, she is an expert in building high-performing teams. Her upcoming book, The Curiosity Curve (2025), introduces a groundbreaking leadership model designed to fuel transformation through curiosity. Holding a doctorate from George Washington University, Debra has spoken at over 200 events worldwide, including TEDx, and is recognized for her ability to inspire leaders toward purposeful, people-centered impact.
Dr. Bea Carson
Author, speaker, and Action Learning expert with extensive experience teaching the methodology across all organizational levels. Dr. Bea Carson is a consultant in leadership development, problem solving, and strategic planning. She has worked with public and private organizations—both local and international—including highly technical environments. A co-founder and former president of the World Institute for Action Learning (WIAL), she is currently the president of Carson Consultants. She also serves in Rotary International as Assistant Governor and Public Image Chair for the Mid-Atlantic RLI. Dr. Carson is known for her ability to empower leaders through the practical application of Action Learning to foster innovation and measurable results.
Renata Aranega
Clinical psychologist and specialist in organizational mental health, with extensive experience in managing emotional and relational well-being in corporate teams. Renata Aranega stands out in the field of developing resilient leadership and strengthening emotional health in workplace relationships. She believes in the power of group dynamics and active listening as transformative tools for both personal and collective growth within organizations. With a sharp focus on managing stress, conflict, and emotional trauma, Renata has helped numerous companies integrate sustainable emotional care practices into their cultures. She also leads talks and workshops on the importance of mental health in the corporate context — and how it can be a key driver of both productivity and innovation.
Michele Crevelaro
Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in workplace mental health and organizational well-being. Michele works as a consultant and speaker for companies and institutions, promoting healthier and more resilient environments. An expert in group dynamics, she strengthens communication and emotional support within teams. A strong advocate for psychological care in organizations, she is also an author of articles on mental health and performance. Michele conducts training sessions on emotional intelligence and empathetic leadership. She is the co-founder of Eight – Dialogues that Transform.
Hans van Buijten
Executive coach and co-founder of Connected Action Learning, with extensive experience in the financial sector, having worked for 26 years at institutions such as ING Bank and Fortis Bank. His career includes roles as a trader, broker, and commercial director. Hans is an expert in leadership and team development through Action Learning, certified as a coach by WIAL and an official instructor of the methodology. His work integrates coaching, therapy, and practical learning, focusing on mental clarity, communication, and emotional intelligence. He also employs Rapid Resolution Therapy® (RRT) to help leaders overcome emotional blocks. Hans offers both in-person and online sessions, supporting professionals in developing more authentic and effective leadership.
Mark Relova
Global Executive Director of WIAL, with nearly two decades of international experience in Training, Leadership, and Organizational Development. Mark holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Development and has been a certified Action Learning coach since 2014. He earned a master’s degree in Communication and graduated with honors from the University of the Philippines. He is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, an international master trainer, and a certified coach in neuroscience-based methodologies. Mark also facilitates leadership programs for DDI and Franklin Covey and is an expert in the Enneagram. Recognized as a distinguished alumnus, he holds executive certifications and training from institutions such as Penn State, NUS, and the Asian Institute of Management.
Isabel Armani
Specialist in the Future of Work, Organizational Design, and Digital Transformation. Founder of Thérèse Organizational Development, she is one of Latin America’s leading experts in reinventing corporate structures for the 21st century. With over 20 years of experience in multinational companies such as GM, Nestlé, and Philips, Isabel works as a strategic consultant, speaker, and educator on topics including skills-based organizations, digital culture, and adaptive leadership. She holds degrees in Education, Business Administration (USP), and Strategic Design (IED), and has participated in programs at institutions such as MIT, Stanford, and Singularity University. Isabel is recognized for fostering collaborative ecosystems and “open talent” practices, partnering with companies and governments on organizational transformation processes.
Two days of immersion in human connections, leadership, and organizational health
Friday, 11/07:
Blue Tree Transatlântico
- 08:30 Registration
- 09:00 Conference Opening
- 09:30 – 11:00 Lecture
- 11:00 Panel with the authors of the book From Problem to Solution. Moderator: Angela Passadori
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:00 Open Action Learning Session
- 14:00 – 18:00 Lectures
- 16:00 Lecture
- 18:00 Happy Hour – Connection and Networking
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Saturday, 11/08:
Blue Tree Transatlântico
- 09:00 – 11:00 Lectures
- 11:00 Panel: Lala and Isabel
- 11:30 – 12:30 Lecture
- 12:30 Lunch
- 13:00 Open Action Learning Session
- 14:00 Panel: “Healing Collaboration: Group Dynamics and Their Impact on Mental and Social Health” — Michele Crevelaro and Renata Aranega. Moderator: Letícia Sadocco
- 15:30 Panel
- 17:00 Word from the WIAL President and WIAL Awards. Moderator: Isa
- 18:00 Emotional Closing
Subject to change
How do you want to experience this journey?
We are facing a silent collapse in organizations — burnout, conflict, extended leaves. But we are also facing a choice.
BLACK TICKET
First Release: 1.428 BRL
Or in 6 installments of 238 BRL
- Access to both days of the event
- Digital Certificate
Payments outside Brazil must be made using a credit card and a passport as identification document.
GOLD TICKET
First Release: 1.782 BRL
Or in 6 installments of 297 BRL
- Access to both days of the event
- Digital Certificate
- 04 Coffee Breaks
- Exclusive Check-in
Payments outside Brazil must be made using a credit card and a passport as identification document.
The WIAL 2025 Conference is for those who refuse to normalize burnout in organizations. It’s for those who believe it’s possible to work and live with more purpose, clarity, and connection. Secure your spot and be part of this new way of leading.
It’s impossible to leave unchanged!
See the impact of Action Learning on the lives of other professionals.
Patrocinadores
Marcas que acreditam no poder transformador da educação. Elas estarão conosco presencialmente, com stands exclusivos na Main Conference.
Stay at the official event hotel
Are you coming from outside São Paulo and want to stay at the official event hotel?
We offer discounted accommodation packages for event participants. Contact our team to learn about prices and conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2025 International Action Learning Conference – Brazil Edition?
It is an international event that brings together leaders, experts, and professionals interested in transforming organizations through Action Learning, with a special focus on mental and social health in the corporate environment.
When and where will the conference take place?
The conference will be held in São Paulo on November 7 and 8, 2025, at the Blue Tree Transatlântico Hotel.
Who should attend this event?
Organizational leaders, HR professionals, consultants, human development specialists, organizational psychologists, coaches, corporate educators, and anyone interested in innovation in the workplace.
What is Action Learning?
Action Learning is a methodology created by Reg Revans and championed by WIAL (World Institute for Action Learning). It combines learning and action through the use of powerful questions in small groups, focusing on real-world challenges and human development.
Why is this year’s theme focused on mental and social health in companies?
Because we are facing a growing mental health crisis within organizations that directly impacts productivity, relationships, and results. Action Learning provides practical solutions to these challenges.
Will there be simultaneous translation at the conference?
Yes. There will be simultaneous translation between Portuguese and English during the main sessions with international guests.
Do I need to know the Action Learning method to participate?
No. The conference is open to both beginners and experienced professionals in the method. There will be both introductory and advanced content.
How do I register?
Just click the Registration button on this page, fill in your details, and choose the best payment method for you.
What is the investment to participate?
Prices vary according to the registration batch. Please check the Registration section on this page for the most up-to-date details.
Will there be a certificate of participation?
Yes. All participants will receive a certificate of attendance issued by WIAL Brazil.
Can I participate online?
The 2025 edition will be 100% in-person, focusing on building deep human connections, which are an essential part of the event’s purpose.
Are there discounts for groups?
Yes. We offer special conditions for groups of 5 or more people. Please contact our team for more information. Click here
Is the conference recognized by WIAL International?
Yes. This is an official event of the World Institute for Action Learning, with international recognition.
How can I sponsor or support the event?
If you represent an organization and wish to become a sponsor or support the conference, please contact our team for further information and partnership opportunities.
Can I bring my team to participate?
Certainly. This is an excellent opportunity for collective development. Teams that attend together tend to apply the knowledge gained more consistently within their organizations.
What types of activities will be conducted during the conference?
The conference will feature a range of highly engaging activities, including immersive experiential sessions, expert-led panel discussions, facilitated dialogue circles, and hands-on practical workshops centered on the Action Learning methodology.
Participants will also have opportunities for high-quality networking and collaborative co-creation, fostering meaningful connections and the exchange of innovative ideas to address real organizational challenges.