Nastia Padvishenskaya

Nastia is an experienced Learning & Development professional with over 10 years of success in designing and delivering impactful talent development programs in global organizations. As Senior L&D Partner and Head of Learning & Development for EMEA at EPAM Systems, she leads learning initiatives across 24 countries, working closely with leaders and stakeholders to align development strategies with real business needs.

Named an Emerging Training Leader 2025 by Training Magazine, Nastia is recognized for her hands-on approach to building and growing L&D teams from the ground up, scaling programs, and driving measurable results. She has a proven track record in implementing practical learning solutions, from leadership development programs to technical and soft skills training, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Nastia is also dedicated to evaluating the impact of L&D initiatives to demonstrate clear value, using data to measure knowledge transfer, skill application, and ROI. A regular speaker at industry conferences, she is passionate about creating learning cultures that empower employees and improve organizational performance.