This document discusses learning and development in commercial contexts and how higher education can connect with this. It notes that chief learning officers are emerging to develop staff as a strategic priority due to challenges like global competitiveness. Companies are taking learning more seriously and focusing on practical approaches like on-the-job training over formal courses. Higher education can meet business needs by speaking their language, offering integrated services including research and measurement, and curating learning experiences for individuals. Measuring impact beyond knowledge gain to real workplace application and behavior change is also important for justifying learning and development investments.