{"id":2831,"date":"2024-04-04T14:47:39","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T18:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/business\/?page_id=2831"},"modified":"2025-05-13T09:52:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T13:52:05","slug":"talent-organization-development-mini-conference","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.queens.edu\/business\/talent-organization-development-mini-conference\/","title":{"rendered":"Queens Talent & Coaching Conference"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Queens Master of Science in Talent & Organization Development (MSTOD) program, Executive Coaching Certificate, and the Executive Leadership Institute (ELI) offer a conference to the public each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Queens 2025 Talent & Coaching Conference is a dynamic one-day in-person conference exploring the interconnected worlds of Talent Development and Professional Coaching. Three morning sessions will dive into talent development strategies, examining how organizations can effectively identify, nurture, and retain top talent while creating robust development pathways for all employees. The three afternoon sessions will shift focus to the power of coaching in organizations, featuring sessions on both organizational coaching approaches and the practice of professional coaching. This conference brings together thought leaders, practitioners, educators, and organizational leaders to share insights, best practices, and innovative approaches that can help organizations thrive through the strategic development of their people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The sessions are designed to support professional coaches, individuals working in talent development, and individuals working in human resources.<\/p>\n\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n

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All sessions will pursue associated continuing education credits from the following organizations: SHRM (approved for 6 hours), HRCI (approved for 6 credit hours), and ICF (afternoon sessions approved for 3 hours).<\/p>\n\n<\/div> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/article>\n <\/component>\n\n\n

Conference Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Queens University of Charlotte Sports Complex & Conference Center
2229 Tyvola Road, Charlotte<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Morning: Three sessions on talent development<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12:30-1:30 p.m. | Networking Lunch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1:30-5:00 p.m. | Afternoon: Three sessions on organizational and professional coaching<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose to attend the morning, afternoon, or full day.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Participants can register for a half-day, morning, afternoon, or full day. All registrations include lunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Regular rates after May 5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Half-day (morning or afternoon): $175
Full-day: $275
Table (6 full-day seats): $1,250<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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McColl graduate students and Queens faculty\/staff attend free.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cancellation & Refund Policy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cancellations received on or before Wednesday, May 21, 2025<\/strong>, will receive a refund. No refunds will be given after that time, and make-up continuing education credits will not be available. Registrations are transferable to another individual.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Agenda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

8:30-9:00 a.m. | Registration & Coffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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9:00-9:10 a.m. | Welcome Remarks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Morning Sessions – Talent Development Focus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9:10-10:10 a.m. | Session 1: Enhancing Performance and Well-being in a Hyper-Connected Workplace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Lorrina Eastman, HRCatalyst<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In today\u2019s dynamic and interconnected work environments, fostering effective collaboration and social engagement is more essential than ever. However, workplace burnout and collaborative overload also present ongoing challenges. This presentation explores research-backed strategies for building robust networks that elevate both employee performance and well-being. Attendees will uncover practical tools and approaches to strengthen social connections and enhance collaborative efficiencies, ensuring a thriving and productive workplace culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10:30-11:30 a.m. | Session 2: ALIGN to Grow: Designing a Culture of Learning That Drives Talent and Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Deb Lord, OrthoCarolina<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Richard Louie, Ally Financial<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

A recent McKinsey report on workforce development highlights that while 87% of organizations recognize skill building as critical to future success, fewer than 40% have a clear learning strategy in place. This session explores how organizations can move from fragmented development efforts to a cohesive, continuous learning culture using a proposed ‘ALIGN’ Framework. We will examine five key drivers\u2014executive buy-in, leadership competency models, curated L&D content, behavioral anchors in performance management, and talent planning indicators\u2014that build sustainable learning ecosystems. Attendees will gain practical strategies to embed learning in day-to-day operations, drive talent mobility, and boost performance, engagement, and career satisfaction across the workforce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Session 3: Maximizing Returns on Talent Development: Mentoring as a Missing Link<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Dawn E. Chanland, DBA, Queens University of Charlotte<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Gartner research report, Gartner: Top Five Priorities for HR Leaders in 2025, revealed that despite significant investment, leadership development programs are falling short of expectations. Only 36% of HR leaders surveyed believe their programs are effectively preparing leaders to tackle future organizational challenges. This session will explore the importance of mentoring as a vital component of executive coaching and leadership development programs. We will differentiate between mentoring and coaching and discuss strategies that empower coaches and leaders to build developmental relationships during and after these programs. Additionally, the session will outline how talent management professionals can incorporate mentoring into formal programs and foster a mentoring culture to enhance learning, career satisfaction, performance, and visibility among high-potential and high-performing employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12:30-1:30 p.m. | Lunch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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1:30-1:40 p.m. | Afternoon Remarks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Afternoon Sessions: Organizational & Professional Coaching Focus<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1:40-2:40 p.m. | Session 4: Exploring Group Coaching: Transforming Collective Potential While Supporting the Needs of the Individual<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Toni Taylor, PCC, Coaching Pathway, LLC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This comprehensive session offers coaches a deep dive into the art and science of group coaching, exploring the nuanced strategies for creating powerful collective learning experiences while honoring individual growth goals. Drawing from ICF-accredited best practices, participants will learn how to design group coaching structures that balance individual needs with overarching team objectives, create meaningful group dynamics, and facilitate transformative collaborative learning environments. The session will compare a variety of coaching models, highlight techniques and methodologies for navigating group coaching, and provide participants with a framework for group coaching skills and professional impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2:50-3:50 p.m. | Session 5: AI and Coaching: Expanding Possibilities for Leaders and Coaches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Jonathan Kirschner, AIIR Consulting<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Megan Marshall, AIIR Consulting<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

AI is transforming the coaching landscape, offering new ways to develop leaders, enhance executive coaching, and support organizational growth. In this session, participants will explore the essential leadership skills needed to operate effectively in an AI world and how these can be developed through executive coaching. Through a live AI coaching demo and a facilitated discussion, attendees will gain insight into AI\u2019s role in coaching and leadership development. Whether you are an executive coach, an organizational leader, or a student, this session will expand your understanding of AI\u2019s impact on leadership coaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3:50-4:50 p.m. | Session 6: Speaking with the Insiders: Delivering Value with Internal Coach Cadres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Taia Graham, ACC, Lowe\u2019s; Catie Harrison, PCC, Wells Fargo; and Jen Suckow, \u201924, OrthoCarolina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moderated by Paul Joyce, Executive Leadership Institute at Queens University of Charlotte<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A moderated panel discussion with three business leaders from different industries who have accountability for (1) establishing and developing their companies\u2019 internal coaching capabilities and (2) realizing value through the delivery of those capabilities. The one-hour panel will include discussion on topics such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Value proposition and business case to form internal coaching capabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Sourcing and equipping an internal coach cadre<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Benefits and limitations of using internals and externals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Measuring and reporting on value delivery<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    4:50-5:00 p.m. | Closing Remarks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Sponsors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Are you interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact Greg Berka (berkag@queens.edu<\/a>) for sponsorship packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Presenting Sponsor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Actualized Performance Solutions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Gold Sponsor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    AIIR Consulting<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

    Sponsors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Charlotte Area SHRM<\/a> | ICF Charlotte<\/a> | McColl Executive Leadership Institute<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Conference Contacts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Elizabeth Rohan
    Assistant Director, Executive Leadership Institute
    rohane@queens.edu<\/a>
    704-337-2309<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Alexandra Bertuch-Wallace
    Program Coordinator, Executive Leadership Institute
    bertuch-wallaa@queens.edu<\/a>
    704-337-2328<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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