Organizations that build effective processes into their talent management strategy cultivate an environment that attracts and develops talent, fosters satisfaction and loyalty, and improves productivity and profitability. This session combines years of research and experience, introduces roles of three critical stakeholders, and presents five phases essential to any talent initiative necessary to deliver a return on investment. The speaker will share how to strengthen organizational capabilities, maximize internal practices, and improve talent results using a unique blend of time-tested interventions. If you have been tasked with the job of creating or sustaining an engagement or retention initiative, this session provides an easy-to-follow guide. If you are in the midst of an initiative but want to improve and amplify the outcomes, the lessons of experience presented will provide some specific hands-on recommendations. This fast-paced interactive session will leave you with a practical road map that can be immediately applied.