2014 Trends in Executive Development
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NOTE: Lunch is provided.
Program Overview
Global 1,000 organizations shared their leadership development practices, processes and strategies in the 2014 Trends in Executive Development: A Benchmark Report prepared by Executive Development Associates and Pearson TalentLens. Leadership expert and lead author of the Trends Report, Bonnie Hagemann, will present compelling data showing how leading-edge organizations develop talent, which attendees can compare to their own organization’s efforts. These findings include:
• Top development priorities across organizations
• Hop topics for executive education programs
• Major competency gaps of next generation leaders
• What processes organizations are using to identify high potentials
• Which activities are most likely to accelerate development
• How leadership development dollars are being allocated during tight economic times
Audience Level
Executives/decision-makers, Facilitators/trainers, University instructors/professors, Training Managers/Supervisors, Training Executives, Senior Trainers
Participants will:
• Gain knowledge of the best executive and leadership development strategies, programs and processes of leading edge companies
• Compare their own organization’s strategies, programs and processes with leading edge companies
• Apply new and innovative best practices to their own organizations upon return
• Interact with peers to gain additional insight, have opportunity to collaborate and expand their
professional network.
This interactive presentation engages participants by asking them to weigh in on their own concerns and questions at the beginning of the presentation. The issues that surface will be addressed during the presentation and again at the Q&A session at the end.
The presenters will present the findings of the 2014 Trends in Executive Development: A Benchmark Report via co-presenter lecture and slideshow.
Interaction includes:
• Individual reflection and sharing of concerns
• Table shares if appropriate based on size
• Large group discussion
• Q&A
Participants will receive access to a web portal where they can download:
• A complete copy of the Trends in Executive Development Report
• A copy of the PowerPoint slides with supplemental visuals
• Handouts or details of information that are referenced during the presentation due to the issues
brought up by this specific audience.
This extremely relevant, critical and timely presentation provides participants with an opportunity to discuss their concerns in the area of executive and leadership development, learn from the talent in the room and learn from 86 leading organization from around the world.
ASTD T&D Areas of Expertise: Change Management, Coaching, Integrated Talent Management, Performance Improvement
ASTD Competencies: Business Skills, Industry Knowledge
Program Fees:
Members Cost: $25
Student Member Cost: $15
Non-Members Cost: $40
Definition of member: If you are a member of ASTD National, but you are not a member of the ASTD Valley of the Sun chapter, you are a non-member ($40). If you are member of the ASTD Valley of the Sun chapter, you are a member ($25).
Location: Integrity Solutions
4150 Drinkwater Blvd
Suite 150
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(Google Map)
Parking Info: See this image
About the Presenter:
For over a decade, Heather Ishikawa has held both internal and external consulting positions where she partnered with clients to architect global, corporate-wide leadership development initiatives. She currently is the National Sales Director for Pearson TalentLens North America.
Heather is also the co-author of the bestselling book, "Now You're Thinking" for FT Press
(www.ftpress.com). Heather and her colleagues are excited about the groundbreaking
ideas presented to improve “Critical Thinking Skills” and to take theoretical concepts and
turn them into practical application. Their engaging book presents real life stories and practical guidance to help readers learn to apply proactive, effective thinking skills that will enable them to spend time on people and goals that are important.
Previously, Heather served as a Senior Regional Consultant for CPP, Inc, a respected world-wide publisher and provider of innovative assessments (e.g., Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) and the Strong Interest Inventory®, FIRO-B®). Her skill in building and nurturing business relationships led to more than 100% growth rate across 20 of CPP’s major accounts. Heather also spent over 7 years as a Leadership and Organizational Development Consultant and Staffing Director for PeopleSoft and Applied Materials gaining experience in behavioral performance, talent assessment, recruitment and staffing, leadership effectiveness, training and facilitation, and delivery of consulting services. Ishikawa has delivered workshops to hundreds of leaders on the topics of critical thinking, leadership, teambuilding, communication and change management.
Background and Education
Heather’s educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Stanislaus in Organizational Communications and a Master’s degree in Organizational Management. She has extensive professional experience in organizational development and staffing, including applying expertise in selection, training, succession planning and competency development. She has contributed to numerous articles and whitepapers including HR Executive magazine, CFO.com and Drive Thru HR.
Cancellation Policy: The registration fee is non-refundable unless ASTD VOS decides to cancel the event due to an unforeseen reason.
Questions regarding this event? Please contact Programs Director at programsdirector@vos.astd.org.
