HR.com Assembles Expert Panel to Guide Future of Employee Career Development

HR.com, the largest network of human resources executives, has announced the formation of its Future of Career Development & Mobility Advisory Board for 2024. This panel of distinguished industry experts will collaborate with HR.com's HR Research Institute (HRRI) to provide comprehensive insights and practical strategies for enhancing career development initiatives across organizations.

The advisory board's collective expertise will guide upcoming research and a virtual event exploring several critical aspects of career development. These include assessing organizational engagement in employee career development, identifying challenges and outcomes of career development programs, and examining strategies, tools, and best practices in the field.

Additionally, the panel will focus on the role of career development in succession management programs, resource allocation to prevent workforce skills gaps, and the extent and impact of internal mobility in today's organizations.

The research findings from this initiative will be published in a comprehensive report, offering detailed insights and recommendations. A condensed two-page infographic will also be made available for quick reference. The culmination of this effort will be a virtual event scheduled for December 4, 2024, featuring informative sessions from various subject matter experts in the field of career development and mobility.

The newly appointed advisory board includes a diverse group of thought leaders from various organizations. Among them are Megan Bickle, Head of Talent Development, Org Effectiveness and Employee Listening at Amplitude; Jennifer Borun, Sr Director at Cornerstone OnDemand; and Doreen Coles, Sr. Director of Career Growth & Development at ADP. Other notable members include Frank Ginac, CTO of TalentGuard and CAIO of TalentGuard Labs; Linda Ginac, CEO and Chairwoman of TalentGuard; and Bev Kaye, Founder and CEO of BevKaye&Co.

Debbie McGrath, CEO and Chief Instigator of HR.com, emphasized the importance of career development in organizational success. She stated, "By bringing together this panel of seasoned experts, we aim to provide HR professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to foster talent growth and leverage mobility."

This initiative builds upon HR.com's previous research in the field, including the "HR.com's Future of Career Development and Mobility 2023-24" report. The HR Research Institute regularly releases annual "State of the Industry" reports on various HR topics, providing valuable insights for HR professionals and organizations.

The formation of this advisory board and the upcoming research and virtual event underscore the growing importance of career development and mobility in today's rapidly evolving workplace. As organizations face challenges in retaining top talent and addressing skills gaps, the insights provided by this initiative could prove invaluable in shaping effective career development strategies.

HR professionals and organizations interested in staying informed about the latest trends and best practices in career development can access free research reports and infographics at hr.com/researchinstitute. This resource offers a wealth of information to help HR professionals make strategic decisions based on informed and insightful research findings.

As the workplace continues to evolve, the insights and recommendations from HR.com's Future of Career Development & Mobility Advisory Board are poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of employee career development and organizational success.