Claude Werder
SVP and Principal HCM Analyst
Brandon Hall Group
Claude Werder runs Brandon Hall Group's Talent Management Practice, focusing on solving corporate's challenges in developing and retaining talent. He takes a strategic, unified approach, with a keen eye on leveraging technology to drive efficiencies that enable leaders to better engage employees and drive performance.
Unlocking Potential at All Levels: The Transformative Value of Coaching Across the Enterprise
Coaching has evolved from an executive-focused practice to an enterprise-wide capability driving performance, engagement, and growth. This session will include case studies from Excellence Award-winning organizations and small-group discussions to share success stories among attendees. We will explore how to maximize the impact of coaching programs at their organization.
Moderator: Claude Werder, SVP and Principal Analyst, Brandon Hall Group•Jill Juran, Talent Solutions Manager & Professional Coach, Cox
•Bette Kidane, MS, Senior Director of Learning & Development, Intermountain Health
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Workforce Reboot: Next Practices in Upskilling and Reskilling
As technologies and business models rapidly evolve, upskilling and reskilling workers are imperative for organizational agility and resilience. This forward-looking session will explore effective strategies for continuously adapting employee capabilities to meet emerging demands. You will gain insights into how to anticipate future skill requirements, close workforce gaps proactively and enhance your continuous learning culture. This session will include case studies from Excellence Award-winning organizations and small-group discussions to share success stories among attendees.
Moderator: Claude Werder, SVP and Principal Analyst, Brandon Hall Group•Jarrett Heitzman, Virtual Reality Program Owner, GE Vernova
•David Chestnut, Learning and Development Leader, Accenture
•Bob Gerard, Learning Ingenuity Lead, Accenture
HRCI: The use of this official seal confirms that this Activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®) criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.
Cultivating Change: The Power of Sponsorship, Mentorship, and Allyship
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives thrive when supported by powerful and enduring forces—sponsorship, mentorship, and allyship. Join us for a compelling session that explores how these three pillars can drive transformative change within organizations and communities.
Moderator: Claude Werder, Senior VP and Principal Analyst, Brandon Hall Group
•Verdell Osborne, Senior Manager, Learning and Development, Blue Cross Blue Shield
Getting Your HR Tech Stack to Actually Stack Up
The effective use of HR technology is becoming critical for attracting talent, enabling employees, and creating efficient operations. In this session, attendees will learn strategies for optimizing their HR tech stack to improve UX and unlock value. The session will feature a discussion between Brandon Hall Group Excellence Award winners as well as hands-on learning through small-group exercises. Attendees will gain perspectives on building a best-in-class HR tech portfolio tailored to their strategic goals.
Moderator: Claude Werder, SVP and Principal Analyst, Brandon Hall Group•Melanie Wilson Disney, Human Resources Director, Weigel's
•Kelly Woltornist, Head of Global Learning, Takeda
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HRCI: The use of this official seal confirms that this Activity has met HR Certification Institute’s® (HRCI®) criteria for recertification credit pre-approval.