Synopsis

• How can HR leaders effectively measure & communicate the ROI of maximizing employee engagement in their personal development?
• Facilitating internal movement from the frontline workforce to management or corporate leadership positions
• Hear from New Balance how they’re striving to promote more store associates into management positions to bolster their internal talent pipelines

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

• What strategies can HR leaders use to effectively measure and communicate the ROI of development programs aimed at increasing employee engagement and preparing them for future leadership roles?
• How can organizations facilitate pathways for frontline employees to advance into management or corporate leadership positions, and what are the common challenges in promoting internal mobility?
• What are some effective methods for promoting store associates and other field employees into management roles to strengthen talent pipelines and enhance workforce resilience?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

• What specific development programs or initiatives have proven effective in motivating store associates to pursue leadership roles within a retail organization?
• How can retail organizations create a supportive environment that fosters skill-building and confidence in associates interested in transitioning to management?
• What role do mentorship and coaching play in encouraging associates to take on leadership responsibilities, and how can these be integrated into daily operations?

Synopsis

• Discover strategies for promoting internal talent mobility and equipping employees with the skills necessary to transition into leadership roles as the company scales
• Learn how Living Spaces utilizes surveys and feedback mechanisms to assess the effectiveness of their leadership programs, driving improvements and aligning with organizational growth objectives
• Explore how Living Spaces implements a structured approach to leadership development through four key programs—Leadership Core, Manager Core, Leadership Excellence, and Signature Executive Forum—ensuring a unified leadership culture across the organization

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

• What are the most effective strategies HR leaders can use to promote internal talent mobility, especially within a growing organization, to fill leadership roles from within?
• How can feedback mechanisms, such as surveys and performance assessments, be used to evaluate the impact of leadership development programs and ensure alignment with organizational growth objectives?
• What benefits have organizations seen from implementing structured leadership development programs at different career stages, and how do these programs contribute to building a cohesive leadership culture?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

• What actionable steps can organizations take to implement talent mobility initiatives that effectively support leadership development and career growth?
• How can HR leaders identify high-potential employees and prepare them for internal mobility opportunities that align with both their career goals and organizational needs?
• What metrics or feedback systems are most valuable in tracking the success of talent mobility programs, and how can these insights be used to continuously improve leadership development efforts?