How Hands-On Learning Turns Knowledge into Capability

Course completions don't tell you who can apply their skills on the job. Join Hayley Mellett and Geo Verghese to discover how hands-on labs and sandboxes close the gap between watching a course and applying the skills, with practical ways to embed them in your own Pluralsight setup.

October 14, 2026

11 a.m. AEST

APAC

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Turn learning into measurable capability

Course completions may look good on a dashboard, but they don't show whether teams can apply what they've learned. Data from 556 Pluralsight clients shows a 72% improvement in proficiency within 49 days among learners engaging with lab-integrated paths and assessments.¹

Discover how to put hands-on learning to work in your organisation.

What we'll cover:

Why passive content builds awareness but not true capability, and what over 50% of tech professionals now prioritise instead²
How lab-integrated paths and assessments can accelerate proficiency
What technology capability looks like in a realistic, risk-free environment, not just a completed course
A practical walkthrough for embedding labs and sandboxes into your existing Pluralsight solution to transform your investment into business impact

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¹ How the top 3% of tech teams maximize upskilling ROI
² 2025 Tech Skills Report

Meet the speakers

Hayley Mellett

Director of Customer Success, APAC, Pluralsight

Hayley Mellett is the Director of Customer Success for APAC at Pluralsight, where she helps enterprise customers deliver meaningful business outcomes through skill development. For more than 20 years, Hayley has worked with organisations across Europe and APAC to support workforce transformation, capability development, and long-term customer growth. At Pluralsight, Hayley works closely with enterprise customers navigating AI adoption, digital transformation, and workforce readiness initiatives. Known for her people-first approach, she helps organisations build the confidence, capability, and culture needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Geo Verghese

Head of Solutions, APAC, Pluralsight

Geo Verghese is the Principal Solutions Consultant at Pluralsight, where he empowers organisations and individuals to unlock their full potential through technical skill development. With an extensive background in the technology and learning sectors, Geo developed apps for Siemens Mobile before moving toward SaaS platform consulting. Geo specialises in demonstrating how the Pluralsight platform bridges skills gaps and helps teams innovate while optimising costs. As a frequent speaker and webinar host, Geo is dedicated to guiding learners through the ever-evolving tech landscape, ensuring they have the tools to stay competitive in today’s market.